Certified Installation Facility serving South Florida and the Treasure Coast
Paint Protection Film (Clear Bra) - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q : Is
paint protection film (Clear Bra) really invisible? A : The film is over 99.5% clear and very difficult to see
once it is properly applied to your vehicle. Most people will not even
notice that it
Q : How
long a time period to install a full (hood, fenders, mirrors and front bumper)
kit? A : With precut
kits, installations are typically completed in 3 - 8 hours. We recommend
the vehicle be dropped off the night before in our “Certified” Air Conditioned
Clean Room and we will usually have your vehicle done by end of business the
following day. We allow the vehicle's
paint to cool down since the high engine temperatures dry the installation
solution prematurely. We prep all
vehicles prior to film installation.
Dependent on the vehicle color and pattern selections we may require the
vehicle for an additional day. Any
custom work would depend on coverage to determine the amount of time.
Q : Do you have a film for matt paint or matt racing strips finishes? A : Yes - we call this stealth paint protection film. pic
Q :
What product do you use after the your install Paint Protection Film on a client’s
vehicle? A : First let me begin with all paint
protection films are porous and as such require sealant after the film is
installed on a client vehicle. This is an additional step many installers
ignore. We use XPEL purpose made acrylic sealant and finishing
solution. The XPEL sealant is offered to each client for the best
protection and prolongs
the life of the film. The XPEL finishing solution is made for the
certified installer (not used for daily use) and is used only for initial
sealing after the installation. These products fully cure under UV light.
Q : How
do I care for the Paint Protection Film? A : Proper care and maintenance of the
film will prolong the life of the material. Frequent washing and waxing is
recommended. Always remove bugs and sap as soon as possible as you would
your painted surfaces.. We recommend the use
automotive grade soaps with lubricity additives to wash the film along with the
balance of your vehicle. Do not use any harsh solvents
(toluene/xylene/naptha/kerosine) or any waxes/sealants with dyes and avoid
products with petroleum distillates. We highly recommend
waxes/sealants which are low dusting so the edges do not collect buildup. Polymeric and/or acrylic sealants – offer the
best protection and durability. For large coverage vehicles (motor
homes) we recommend 303 Aerospace Protectant be applied before any trips
to provide UV screening protection, repel dust, soiling and staining and each
time you wash the vehicle. Apply sealant protection at least every three
months. We sell all these products in our store.
Two
new products are: 1. "Purpose Made" XPEL Paint Protection Film
Sealant 2."Purpose Made" urethane film cleaner
manufactured by XPEL - this product deep cleans the paint protection film prior
to application of a protective sealant for superior protection. To insure
you understand the care required we provide each of our clients a Maintenance
& Care Flyer with specific recommendations and products recommended
for use on your specific film.
Always
check your automotive/truck wash facilities for the use of harsh chemicals
which may have the ability to damage the urethane films. Automated wash
facilities rely on chemicals which lay on your vehicle for a period of time to
help loosen debris from the surface prior to being high pressure rinsed off.
Staining and damages caused by film etching are not covered under the
warranty. Automated facilities do not take the place of
regular hand/machine applied wax/sealants which offer better long term
protection for the film as well as the balance of your vehicle.
WE
CARRY ALL YOUR PAINT PROTECTION FILM CARE AND MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS
Q :
Does the paint protection film carry a warranty? A : Yes, all our films come with a manufacturer and shop
installation warranty. You can view all the warranties under the Warranty
Section
Q : I here
more and more about " Wear
Q : Do you offer coverage on door edges and inside door cup
areas? A : Yes, this is part of our
Q : I scuff my heals on the door sills when I get in my
vehicle. Do you offer coverage on door
sills? A : Yes, this added protection is well worth the
investment. This is part of our
Q : Do you offer coverage on the rear bumper trunk ledge
area? A : Yes, many clients request this protection to
insure their paint does not get scratched during install/removal of golf clubs,
baggage etc. This is also part of our
Q : Do you offer coverage on the trunk bed rails? A : Yes, many clients request this protection to
insure their paint does not get scratched during install/removal baggage, golf
club bags etc. This is also part of our
Q : Can
the Paint Protection Film be removed? A : Yes, The paint
protection film is designed as a semi-permanent application and can easily be
removed if desired. For removal of the film, simply heat the surface to
approximately 170°F and begin by working a corner of the film with your
fingernail. After you have enough film to hold onto, pull the film slowly away
from the surface. If any adhesive remains, simply use automotive grade adhesive
remover (We these products in our store). For the DYI’er, we can
provide the instruction and products to assist in film removal. We also
offer professional removal.
Q :
Will Paint Protection Film damage my factory paint? A : No, absolutely not. Our Paint Protection
Films are designed to protect your paint, not damage it. OEM’s (original equipment manufacturers)
approve the use of these products and many new vehicles have film installed at
the factory to protect lower doors panels, lower truck beds, behind mud flaps
etc.
Q: How long will the Paint Protection Film last, when will I have to
replace it? A:
All too many times I get asked, “how long is the warranty and will the
paint protection film look the same 5 to 7 years later from the day it was put
on?” Now to answer that question I like to ask this simple question in return.
If you were to go and buy a brand new car directly off the show room floor,
will it look like the day you drove it off the show room floor 5 to 7 years
later? He or she usually laughs and says “well I guess that depends on
how well I take care of it”, which is exactly how I respond to their initial
question regarding the product life.
Applications
of high quality purpose made automotive sealants after installation and at
frequent intervals will help retain the luster and performance of the product.
An
example: if you took three black painted fenders and set fender A outside for a
period of one year, waxing it daily, fender B outside never touching it, and
fender C inside an enclosed dark room that all three will look different after
on year? Fender C will look like the day you placed it in the room, fender B
will look slightly different from fender A because of the damaging elements of
outdoor exposure, and fender B will more than likely show some harsher damage
from the same elements of outdoor exposure. What everyone needs to understand
is that these protective films are porous and so is the paint on your vehicle!
Both will expand in the hot sun and can absorb dirt and moisture which
makes it important to keep both surfaces clean when possible. When it comes to
paint protection films, you need to understand that the use of waxes and
polishes containing dyes will cause the film to discolor, primarily turning
yellow, gold, or a light brown color.
Q
: What is "Urban" Paint Protection? A : Client awareness has
increased on the benefits of paint protection films. Many are interested in
protection for the doors, rear bumper and quarter panels. This protection is called referred to as "girlfriend"
protection.
Q : Do you offer coverage on the rear bumper? A : Yes, Many
consider this “urban” protection. On
many higher end vehicles we offer a rear bumper protection. However, more and more clients have requested
rear bumper protection so we are seeing more patterns available. We can also
offer custom installations.
Q : Can
I see a edge where the film stops? A : A slight edge is barely visible at
certain angles. We also recommend bikini cuts for the hood/fenders which further
enhances the invisibility of the edge. There is a balance between optimum
protection and visibility of an edge. We also offer full hood coverage
with bikini cut fenders which often resolve the edge issue for many clients
which keeping the cost down.
Q : I just can't live with the edge on the hood and fenders;
What are my options? A : We offer full
coverage hoods and fenders on many vehicles. We are one of a few
installation facilities in
Q : Does the film yellow or discolor? A : Recent testing indicates the many films do not turn yellow from aging or UV exposure alone. Many early generation films yellowed prematurely (when reviewing online forums insure your reviewing upto date information) to some degree over time and is highly dependent on film maintenance and environment. The newer technology films contain improved UV inhibitors to counteract harmful ultraviolet rays and have a protective coating for additional surface protection. None of the latest paint protection films have any real advantage with regard to yellowing. Why? Because yellowing is nothing more than dirty film. The film itself is perfectly clear. What you are seeing are the oils from the road, diesel smoke, and other environmental contaminants (absorption of the yellow color of poll with a thick yellow dust casting a hue on the film). The only exception to this is where certain petroleum distillates (wrong wax/sealant/bug/tar removers etc.) have been used on the film cause a yellowing reaction with the polyurethane (kerosine, xylene, toluene and some others). All paint protection films are porous (some more than others) and absorb the dyes thus introducing color effects. Certain petroleum distillates within the wax/sealants open the pores of the films and allow product to be trapped within the film - add time, temperature and sunlight and you have the start of film discoloration. It is recommended by all film manufacturers not to use dyed waxes (i.e. Meguiar’s #26, colored carnauba waxes etc.) which contribute to film discoloration which is more pronounced on white and lighter colored vehicles.
Do not use non-coated films for daily drivers in Florida.
We have a few recommendations. 1. Maintain the Paint Protection Film with regular washings and always remove stains as soon as possible. 2. Use the new "purpose made" urethane film cleaner manufactured by XPEL - this product deep cleans the coated and non-coated paint protection films from most of the elements. 3. Use "purpose made" sealants for superior protection such as XPEL Paint Protection Film Sealant to reduce stain absorption.. We provide a Maintenance & Care Flyer to each client during the turnover process to provide the client information on the care of their film and offer special maintenance of paint protection films.
Stark white vehicles are the most challenging for yellowing/discoloration
effects. We recommend the use of coated films on white vehicles
period. White vehicles with paint protection film inherently have what is
called a prism effect taking place. This is best explained using
an extreme example by taking 1" thick Plexiglas (similar to your 8 mil
paint protection film) and laying the Plexiglas on your hood. As you look
through the Plexiglas you notice an off white tint. The refracted light
passes through the Plexiglas (made up of 3 primary colors) with yellow (a
primary color) tints your white paint every so lightly and background
light around the vehicle causes a slight change in color. On those cars, your best bet is to seal the pores of
the film with a purpose made" sealants to slow the absorption of the contaminants and
then clean it with a purpose made cleaner each time you wash your car
Q : I have heard some films stain? A : Films with no topcoat protection are much more susceptible to stains since base urethane is not covered by a protective top layer. (non-top coated films are great for vehicles which are not daily drivers and we would not recommend them in the Florida enviroment.) Staining occur when the films pores are open and not sealed. That being said all film typles need to be cleaned and sealed.
We recommend regular washings and always remove stains as soon as possible. Use the new "purpose made" urethane film cleaner manufactured by XPEL - this product deep cleans the coated and non-coated paint protection films from most of the elements. 3. Use "purpose made" sealants for superior protection such as XPEL Paint Protection Film Sealant to reduce stain absorption. We provide a Maintenance & Care Flyer to each client during the turnover process to provide the client information on the care and special maintenance of paint protection films. Many times the staining will bleach out over time in the sun. Some customers have had success on 3M and earlier Avery top coated films with Wesley's Bleach White. Refer to the section on yellowing and discoloration above.
Q : Who
makes patterns and which ones should I use for my
vehicle? A : Always review the pattern designs and
pattern options with the installer to determine your protection coverage.
There are many design pattern companies; XPEL, Proform, FirstCut, DD,
Precisioncut, and IP. The top two pattern companies, hands down, are XPEL and
Proform. The differences between pattern design houses are: client
service, quality, fitment, and coverage protection, number of pieces to
complete the coverage and ability to offer pattern options.
Inferior patterns do not fit quite right and usually come in
multiple pieces and relief cuts which simpler and less time consuming to
install ( less installed cost) however the draw backs are numerous films edges, butted film at relief
cuts which poor protection and sub par fitment. We only use XPEL, Proform, DD and IP patterns.
Q : I
have an aftermarket bumper, hood, can you cover this? A : Typically yes, we offer custom installations. We
can develop a pattern specific for your coverage needs. We would need to
see the project to determine the viability and to provide an estimate. Refer to
our page: "Other Film Uses"
Q :
Will there be a two-tone effect when the film is ever
removed? A : No, the latest
paint protection films are UV stabilized and new paints
today offer greater UV protection so the underlying paint will not fade.
The unprotected paint as well as the paint protection films should
be regularly washed and waxed/sealed and there would be no indication that film
was ever installed. That being said, we may recommend a full machine
polish to remove any micro marring, swirling etc. on the unprotected paint to
match the superior gloss of the paint finish under the removed film. We offer these
services to our clients during the removal process. We also sell products should the client which
to perform the removal and polishing function.
Q : Can
I have the Paint Protection Film installed on my repainted bumper and/or hood,
etc. ? A: Yes, we recommend cure time al least a minimum of 30 days to ensure
that any residual gassing out is complete alleviating the risk of bubbles
forming under the film. Check with your body shop and ask them how long
they would recommend you wait to have the film installed on your repainted
parts. Some body shops recommend up to 90 days for full paint cure.
Times will vary based upon the curing rates of the various hardeners and
other solvents used in the painting process. Please note some
film manufacturers do not recommend their film be used on repaints. 3M,
Nano Fusion, and XPEL films do not have these restrictions as long as the proper
painting guidelines are followed for repainting automotive components.
We always recommend using a professional bodyshop.
Remove the parts to be repainted from the vehicle and have them
fully keyed and primed. Also inform your painter up-front Paint
Protection Film will be installed over the repainted parts.
Q : Do
I need to prep the vehicle before installation? A : No special prep is required. We ask that your vehicle be
completely washed and remove excessive dirt, debris or bugs. An
additional charge may apply if excessive cleaning is required.
Q : I
have a few paint chips can you apply the film to these areas? A : Yes - we recommend at least 48 hours for these areas to
cure. Repaired chip areas have no firm paint adhesion and there is always
some risk the paint plug may not adhere in the repaired area while the film is
being installed. That being
said, we have been successful with a few special techniques to
prevent paint lift on chip repaired areas. We make no guarantee however
we make ever effort to install the film over these locations without removal of
the paint plug. For the best results, let us inspect the paint before the
chips are repaired so we will take few pictures and map the chipped
areas. Should the film be installed over the paint plug successfully
at the time the film is removed the paint plug may not stay adhered. There is
no installation warranty coverage should the film lift a paint plug.
Q : Can
I install a Paint Protection kit myself? A : Yes and no.
Many clients are able to install flat pieces however 98% of the kits, a
one time installer would likely ruin the film. For a professional installation
we recommend your kit be installed by a Certified Professional Installer. A
Certified Professional Installer would also provide a manufacturer
Q : Can
you apply Paint Protection Film to plastic? A : Yes. We also cover cell phone screens, laptops, vehicle and
marine navigation screens and ITouch, IPhones and the new Apple Ipad etc.
Q : Can
you apply Paint Protection Film to chrome? A : Yes. We have a special paint protection film which will work
over chrome.
Q : Can
you apply Paint Protection Film stainless steel? A : Yes. The film looks great on
all brushed or polished aluminum and stainless steel parts. Stop by the shop
and we can apply a sample piece on your material.
Q : I
have heard some vehicles are offered in a painted matte finish - is there are
paint protection film for painted matte finishes? A : Yes. We call this “Stealth Film". This film is perfect for clear bra protection
over painted matte finishes and matte vinyl raining stripes. The stealth film protects without gloss and
is great for race cars, hot rods, customs and exotic factory paints. We
can even apply to a gloss paint for a retro Matt look. pic
Q :
What about wax build up along the seam and how can I avoid
it? A : There are many professional
sealants which do NOT leave residue, so this issue can be eliminated. We can assist in the proper selection of
waxes/sealants. However, some
waxes/sealants will leave a white line on the seam. We recommend a light wipe movement in the
direction of the edge with an automotive grade micro fiber. We recommend not waxing "into" the
seams but 90 degrees across them. Never apply a concentrated rubbing
action at the seam edges as this may groove the paint/gel coat and be unnoticed
until the film is removed. We provide
each of our clients a Maintenance
& Care Flyer with specific recommendations and products to use on
the films.
Q: What do the VW and Land Rover Certified OEM Installer Logos on our website mean? A : Volkswagen and Land Rover have OEM (original equipment manufacturer) paint protection packages offered via the dealerships and are installed either by employees at the dealership or contracted out to a paint protection film installation facility. Automotive Candystore completed hands on and exam training to qualify as a VW and Land Rover Certified OEM Installer.
Q :
Should I purchase clear bra from my car dealership? A : While buying products directly from the
dealership at the time of vehicle purchase has its benefits, i.e., the costs
can be included in the financing, some believe it is the only way to get the
products, some believe it is just easier, and finally, some believe the cost
will be about the same so they might as well just get it all at the same time
and from the same place. Most of these
reasons are incorrect. Here are some of
the downsides:
1. Often, installers at the dealerships
are not properly trained. We have seen
examples where the installer did not use computer-cut kits, but rather used
“bulk film” and attempted to cut to fit the contours of the car with razor
blades! Why? This is a least cost option. This can
lead to cutting through the clear-coat and often the color coat as well.
2. Most importantly, dealerships
may use inferior films and kit designs.
These kits offer minimal coverage which often miss the critical
protection areas. We provide each of our clients’ one-on-one interaction
with the certified installer, we go through all the options available for our
clients' vehicle, and most importantly, we discuss our clients' specific needs.
3. Dealerships may not provide you with a
warranty card.
4. Knowing that this will be included in your vehicles' purchase,
the dealerships may charge an absorbent cost for the clear bra.
5. Dealerships want to get the job done quickly and as
inexpensively as possible in order to get the car out the door. This
benefits the dealership and not the client. For more information
read the question below: “Why is there a difference in cost between
installers? “
Q : Why
is there a difference in cost between installers? A : There are five factors which affect
the overall cost of a paint protection film installation:
experience, film, pattern design, coverage and location. Consider all these issues
when deciding on an installation shop.
At Clearshield Protection, we do not price match.
We work one-on-one with our clients to tailor fit their coverage
requirements to their specific needs. As well as being a certified
installation facility, our prices are based on the use of top-quality films,
superior film kit designs, job complexity, fair labor costs, and our attention
to detail. Other companies often rely on
limited experience, non-certified installers, inferior films, poorly-designed
kits and low pricing to obtain customers.
1. Experience - The installation of paint protection films is a trade, through experience and training you gain the knowledge and understanding on how to install kits properly. Use a Certified Professional Installer - these are professionals which install kits for a living - this is not a sideline. These installers have been trained and approved by film/design houses, they have a full understanding of the pattern design criteria and how it is intended to fit and look on each respective vehicle. Each pattern design house has nuances and a Certified Professional Installer has a full understanding of design criteria which will make for a better installation and fitment. Would you want installer who does installations on a part-time basis or one who did not want to become certified or does not cater to your specific protection requirements? Do you want your paint protection film cut directly on the vehicle when the alignment points do not line up with vehicles lines or does not use a pre-cut pattern? I certainly do not. Experience, skill and knowledge by a Certified professional Installer, plus the cleanliness of the installation area, shop ethics, and a warranty over and above the film manufacturer’s warranty, is what every client should expect and get. Do not assume a shop in business for 10 or 15 years has 10 or 15 years of expertise.
We are Certified Professional Installers for the following
films: 3M, Ventureshield, Defendzall,
Nano Fusion and XPEL films. Remember the key to a great fitment vs. poor
fitment is the “Installation” - you pay for this expertise along with
high-end pattern design and film type. There is no excuse for poor workmanship,
installers not trained and certified will install paint protection film without your
high standards in mind, many do not even know what a professional installation
looks like. No client should accept a poor installation! Competitors
Workmanship
2. Film Types
Non-Coated Films
“Non-Coated” is manufactured with
one layer of urethane and does not have a top coat or hard coat finish with
paper liner. This type of film does not hold up as well
against insect acids, discoloration, and abrasion and require increased maintenance. Not recommended for daily drivers.
Coated Films
“Standard Top Coat Finish” is manufactured with
two different layers of urethane with paper liner. This
type of film offers a balance between maintenance and cost. These films require additional maintenance
over “Premium Top Coat and Clear Coat Finish” films.
"Premium Top Coat Finish" is manufactured with
layered urethane infused (nano) coating with clear plastic liner. This film
offers least orange peel and superior clarity. This film is offered for
the most discriminate client. Offers
ease of maintenance and cleaning and high gloss and invisibility.
“Clear Coat Finish” is manufactured with a
layer of urethane and a hard coat finish (similar to the clear coat on your
vehicle’s paint) with paper liner. Offers ease of
maintenance and cleaning, plus improved scratch resistance. This film is durable, high gloss for an overall daily
driver.
How you drive, your local
climate, paint color, paint surface texture and budget will affect film choice. Some films may perform better in one climate
than another. The vehicles' paint texture may lend itself to a
specific film choice. We will work to determine the best film for your needs.
Note: In
3. Pattern Design – compare apples to apples on your pattern coverage’s. In many cases, the patterns do not fit properly or are piece-meal (numerous parts for ease installation at the expense of looks). These patterns can involve trimming and cutting with razor blades. This leads to poor coverage (protection). Many of these patterns are great for the entry level installer at the sacrifice of the client’s coverage and fitment. Many new installers entering the market come from the tinting industry or trying to supplement their income using free patterns rather than investing in top of the line pattern design company(s).
4.
Coverage – Understand how much coverage (protection) is being offered? Is the bumper coverage fender to fender or
pure frontal coverage? Is the hood really
protected in the right places? We offer
optional coverage patterns for the hood, fenders, bumpers, a-pillars, rockers,
splash areas, roof, etc? We offer hood kits out of 6”, 12”, 18”, 24”,
30”, 48 or even 60”- wide film. We
offer an option to (wrap) hide edge lines on hoods, fenders and bumpers. Great
option since it eliminates edges and looks the best. We design a
protection package for your vehicle. .
5. Location - Location of the installation is very important. Do you want your installation in a bodyshop bay or a dusty and sandy garage with poor lighting? These locations lead to excess debris under the film and the lightly in usually limited. We install your kit in our certified air conditioned installation facility with lighting equal to a hockey rink. This allows us to install paint protection films virtually debris free.
Q : I here the term orange peel, what does this mean? A: Orange peel is a certain kind of finish on a painted surfaces. The texture resembles the bumpy surface of the skin of an orange (fruit) hence the name. Most automotive finishes have some level of orange peel. We offer grades of film with different levels of orange peel to best match your application
Orange peel varies from film to film. In general, the amount of orange peel is directly proportionate with the texture of the liner the material is laminated to. We take into consideration the amount of orange peel naturally present in the paint on the car when recommending a film to our client. A vehicle with perfectly smooth show quality paint, you will want a film that has no orange peel of its own. Otherwise, your perfect paint job will no longer look perfect. If it has some orange peel, then you probably won't notice the orange peel in the film much because it will blend in with the background.
How you drive, your local climate, paint color and budget will also affect the film choice. We will work to determine the best film for your needs.
Q :
What about purchasing a kit on EBay or another on-line internet site? A: $20.00 vinyl kits sold on EBay and other internet sites are
not Paint Protection Film - it's vinyl material. These products are not designed to
stop rocks or road debris. They provide no more protection than putting a layer
of masking tape on the front of your car. They will not hold up long
term, no warranty and in many cases will damage (bonds to paint) and fades the paint similar to a
black vinyl bra.
Lights
Q : Can
you cover my headlights, blinkers and fog lights with the Paint Protection film? A : Yes, clear headlight protection will not diminish the lights
output and will not alter your vehicles appearance – in fact it will make your
vehicle look better since you will not have weathering and abrasion on the
lighting surfaces. If you are a frequent freeway driver, the protection
is a necessity. We have lens
patterns (headlight, blinkers, fogs etc.) for most vehicles. We also provide
"headlight" specific films to protection against breakage and sand
abrasion.
Q : Can
Paint Protection Films protect headlight lens from weathering? A : Yes, in a recent test by a film manufacturer installed paint
protection film on a set of new SUV headlights and was removed after 20 months
in
In cases where the headlight surfaces are already
fogged, hazed or crazed from weathering, the installation of 3M Paint
Protection film restores the surface to extreme clarity, improving headlight
brilliance and focus. It was amazing to see this phenomenon. Many clients have
the film installed on their headlights to avoid having to buy and install new
expensive headlights. Please stop by our store and inspect our sample
headlight with the film applied to a portion of a weathered lens. We also
offer 17mil, 30 mil and 40 mil headlight films.
Q : Can
Paint Protection Films protect aftermarket lens? A : Yes. Depending on the light output (bulb wattage
which directly corresponds to heat output) and the type of light housing
we would recommend headlight specific material options. Our
personal vehicle has 100 watt and 130 watt fog and driving lights with the
30 mil clear headlight protection film and looks like-new condition after 3
years. Please understand we will not
warranty headlight material against overheating with high output bulbs or aftermarket
bulbs.
Marine
Q : Can
we use Paint Protection Film for marine applications? A : Yes, The film will bond to the painted and gel
coated surfaces and are great for bow protections,
rub/abrasion areas. The
film does not adhere to marine board or materials with a textured surface.
We do not recommend any films on walk area zones
since the films are slippery or areas which are submerged in water all the
time. We also offer our thicker 30 mil
film for special marine uses.
Underwater
(submerged) applications, there will be microbial growth over time
which can penetrate the adhesive layer. Should microbial growth not be an
issue the film will offer abrasion protection for underwater
(submerged) applications. We recommend paint protection film for hull
protection limited to boats on trailers and personal watercraft.
Above the waterline
applications: the film will provide protect both outside and inside
the vessel. Fresh and saltwater
environments can wreak havoc on any surface; therefore we offer no material or
installation warranty for marine applications. The important aspect to
understand is the paint protection film will offer better protection than
not having any film.
Q : Is
there special maintenance and care for Paint Protection Films used
in marine applications? A : For all
marine applications we recommend a fresh water rinse. There are no set
recommendations on frequency of sealing the film for above waterline
applications. We do recommend 3M or XPEL
sealant be applied for protection and durability when you wash and protect your
gel coats, teaks and paints and canvas tops etc.
Misc.
Q : Can
Paint Protection Film be applied over graphics? A : Yes, the film will not interfere with vinyl or painted
graphics and is designed to match the gloss levels of today
We now offer "Matte" Stealth Paint
Protection Film for Matt surfaces - this is great protection for the
matt racing stripes.
Q : Can
I just use a black vinyl bra to protect my paint? A
: Yes. Auto bras are good way to protect your
vehicle – short term. What many fail to rea
