Vinyl Wrap Your Car

Why you should vinyl wrap your car

Today, vehicle styling is carried out in a variety of ways. The most popular, however, is to wrap a car with vinyl film. The material is available from many manufacturers Vehicle styling is done in a variety of ways today. However, the most popular is to wrap a car with a vinyl wrap. This material is available from many manufacturers. There is so much to choose from that choosing the right vinyl is not that easy. If you want, you can imitate almost anybody coating and easily change the main color of the entire vehicle. You can stick vinyl sheeting on a car not only in a specialized salon but also in your own garage. The main thing is to follow all the rules. This method is more convenient and cheaper than painting. If necessary, the body can be completely covered with a film or an original drawing can be applied.

What is Vinyl wrap?

With the vinyl wrap of a car, you can imitate not only a glossy but also a matte and carbonaceous coating. The main advantage of this material is that it can be easily removed if necessary without damaging the surface of the vehicle.

The main advantages of the material Vinyl wrap on a car, the price of which depends on the characteristics and properties of the material, has many advantages:

• Performs a protective function. 
• The vinyl wrap protects the vehicle paintwork from scratches, chips, and other minor damage.
• Updates the appearance of the car.
• Vinyl is resistant to natural and other external factors. The film does not corrode. 

What should you watch out for when using self-adhesive?

With a vinyl car wrap, you can improve the appearance of the vehicle and protect its surfaces from minor mechanical damage. However, in order to glue the car with this material, many are in no hurry to turn to specialized salons. Most car owners try to apply vinyl themselves. In this way, you can avoid additional costs. But before you start work, you need to consider a few nuances.

First of all, you should know that a lot depends on the quality of the film. Don’t hunt for a cheap product. It is better to buy vinyl from already known brands. This is the only way to guarantee that the coating will last long enough.

Where to start

How do you stick the film on a car? First of all, it is worth preparing the vehicle. It should be washed well and then dried. There must be no small scratches or other damage on the surface of the car. It is also worth getting rid of the centers of corrosion. Otherwise, the vinyl film will peel off very quickly in these areas. As a result, the cover will become unusable within a few months.

In order for the vinyl film to adhere well to the car, all surfaces must be degreased. You can use regular alcohol or white alcohol to do this. After all the preparations, you can start trying on and adjusting the material. In this case, you should not remove the substrate. The film must be tried on in the area that will be passed over first. 

How do I stick the vinyl wrap on my car?

Spread the cut pieces of material on a flat surface and remove the underlay. In this case, care must be taken that dust and dirt do not get onto the surface with glue. It is also necessary to get rid of wrinkles. At this stage, it is best to seek help from someone. It is not that easy to stick vinyl to the surface of a car by itself.

If you have not done such procedures before, then it is better to use the wet method. To do this, spray the surface with soapy water. In this case, it is better to use a spray bottle. The film can then be transferred to the surface where it is fixed. You can use this method to adjust the position of the material if necessary. If you are sure that you will be successful the first time, you can resort to the dry paste method. In this case, the surface does not have to be wetted.

After the material is transferred to the car, it should be smoothed. This should be done with a squeegee. You need to start from the center of the canvas and move to its edges. In this case, the vinyl should be heated and dried gradually. You can use a building hairdryer for this. It should be noted that the air temperature should not exceed 70 ° C. Otherwise, the material will lose its properties and become smaller. During work, it is necessary to expel moisture and air from under the film. In this case, the heating should be uniform.

What to do next?

Vinyl film on a car, the prices of which are different for each manufacturer and vary in the range of $ 7-10 to $ 70 per meter, is perfectly stretchable. This ability of the material allows you to tape over even the most difficult areas with bends and corners. In such places, special attention should be paid to warming up.

After all of the moisture and air under the vinyl have been removed, dry the entire surface with a hairdryer. The vehicle should then be left to stand for 30 minutes. After that, all surfaces must be treated with a felt squeegee. This will remove smaller air bubbles. In this case, the material must be well smoothed. Excess canvas must be removed at this point. You can use a construction knife for this. However, the experts recommend treating the joints and edges with a sealant. The vinyl should dry within 12 hours. That’s all. The vehicle is now ready for use. However, it is not recommended to drive at high speed for 10 days. Otherwise, the coating will not last long.

Customize your car:

People have been personalizing and customizing their cars for, well, as long as there have been cars—and one of the newest and coolest ways is with vinyl wrapping. If you’re already thinking about how your vehicle will be transformed when you shrink-wrap it in an entirely new color, then the next step is understanding what that might cost—and whether the price is worth it.

That’s where we can help. Vinyl wraps have some distinct advantages over repainting your vehicle, and also a couple of disadvantages worth considering. Here’s what you need to know about wrapping your car—including how much it costs.

FAQs:

• Caring for Vinyl Films
  • You would want to care for your vinyl wrap on the vehicle the same way as for your car paint. Hand washing is always the best and safest choice! Only touchless car washes are recommended. Car washes that have the rotating brushes may lift and remove the vinyl! For best cleaning and maintaining of the finish as well as protecting against fading we recommend using our wrap care products.

• Hand Washing Vehicle Wraps
  • Flush the wrap with water to remove loose dirt particles.
  • Use a mild liquid detergent and water mix to wash the wrap with a soft brush, sponge or rag.
    1. wash going from top to bottom
    2. only scrub if absolutely necessary
    3. after applying the cleaning solution, keep a steady stream of water flowing on the
       wrap to wash away dirt particles
  • Rinse the entire vinyl wrap thoroughly with clean water.
  • Dry with rags or for Gloss vinyl wraps it may not be necessary.

• How long does the vinyl wrap films last?
  •  This is a tricky question, because there are a lot of factors especially once it is installed. The vinyl films themselves will last anywhere from 3 to 7 years depending on the environment. Generally the stronger the sun and the more your car is outside under the sun the less the vinyl will keep it’s color brightness and may start to fail or crack sooner. If you live in Southern United States like California, Florida, Texas, etc. your vinyl film will last about 20-30% less due to the strength of the sun. This is true for all vinyl films no matter of the manufacturer. This is also true for paint. Colors that have a high content of red pigment will last the least as red pigments fade the quickest from all colors. These colors are Red, Purple, Yellow, Pink, Copper.

• Is a vinyl car wrap permanent?
  • No, the vinyl films we sell have a non-permanent adhesive that makes the vinyl wrap removable. A wrap typically last for 3-7 years depending on the style of material used, conditions in which the car is driven, how much it is driven and where it’s stored; the amount & strength of sun it gets. The vinyl wrap film can be removed without damaging the paint, returning the car to its original color and condition. You may get some glue residue after removal, but that can easily be removed with a glue remover (rubbing alcohol) or simply rubbing it off with your finger. Normally a vinyl wrap should be removed after 7 years as it can may damage the clear-coat and even the paint if left on for longer.

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