Paint Protection Film

Paint Protection Film, or PPF, is a multi-layered laminate primarily made of a flexible and durable thermoplastic urethane polymer. Originally developed for aerospace and military use, where it was applied to helicopter rotor blades to protect them from erosion in harsh environments, PPF is now commonly used in the automotive industry.
Automotive PPF comes in various thicknesses, ranging from 150 microns (0.15 millimeters) to 200 microns (0.2 millimeters). To put this into perspective, a thin plant leaf is approximately 150 microns thick, while the average human hair is about 80 microns, and thick hair is around 100 microns.
When applied to cars, PPF is typically placed over painted surfaces to provide protection against scratches, scuffs, sandblasting, and stone chips, without compromising the appearance of the paint.
However, it’s essential to note that PPF has its limitations. While it offers reliable protection, it may not safeguard against certain incidents like accidents, dents, or deliberate vandalism involving sharp objects like knives. With sufficient force, these events could potentially penetrate the film.
Overall, Paint Protection Film is a valuable solution for maintaining the pristine appearance of your car’s paint and protecting it from various hazards, though some situations may require care beyond what even PPF can offer.

PPF offers unmatched protection from stone chips, abrasions or scuffing like from gates or walls, swirls, and most scratches. It also provides protection against UV rays.
It cannot withstand sharp objects like knives or keys, which could potentially cut or tear the film. While PPF won’t prevent dents, it will help keep the paint intact, making it possible to perform Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) if needed.

PPF can be applied to paint, glass (a specialised glass film not the same as paint), and other smooth surfaces using either gloss or matte finishes.

Applying matte over gloss changes the look, and vice versa.

There is also colour change and designer PPF, like carbon and even metallic and pearl, allowing for customisation however we do not offer it at this time.

The pricing of PPF (Paint Protection Films) depends on several factors:

Types/brands of Films:
There are different brands of PPF available, which vary in optical clarity, texture and thickness and then may have additional features like self-healing or ceramic coatings.

Size, Material and Labor:
PPF is supplied to us by the meter. Each car has a unique size and body shape, requiring a different amount of material and labor.

Special Width PPF:
Some vehicles, such as those with large bonnets or sides of a large SUV, may require a special width PPF to avoid joining pieces together.

Complexity, Body Shape and Design:
The shape and design of the car significantly impact the measurement, material consumption, and application of PPF. Curvature, complexity, and sufficient material for proper application must be considered.

Application method Custom/Bulk application:
A more time-consuming and costly option involves custom fitting the PPF to each panel of the car. This includes trimming, tucking, and removing various elements like trim, door handles, badges, and vents for a seamless fit.

Pre-Cut Kits:
The least intensive approach is to apply pre-cut kits to most parts of the car, excluding the bonnet and roof. These pre-cut kits are shaped to fit the panel and require no cutting or trimming.

Due to these factors, the pricing for each car is different. For an accurate quotation, please feel free to contact us

Yes it does! A PPF brand may have different offers typically by thickness. A thinner film will generally be cheaper than thicker one. The technology of the Top Coat and Adhesive layers is probably the greatest difference you’ll find between films. In real world terms it affects how long the product will last, how easy it will be to remove without pulling paint and leaving glue residue, water and dirt repellency, self heal factor and more.

If you are using a quality clear gloss film then no. There are clear matte films that will convert a gloss paint car to matte, and of course applying gloss film over a matte car will make it glossy. There is of course available colour change PPF that allows you to change your cars colour.

Yes. Generally speaking we apply matte ppf on a matte car over the whole vehicle. Applying just to sections for example the front only, may result in a difference of texture but not colour.

Of course if you apply gloss film over a matte car will make it glossy.

We don’t recommend relying on PPF to cover, hide, or improve the visibility of scratches, chips, and any other paint imperfections.

Any underlying paint imperfections, such as chips and scratches, including orange peel texture (resulting from the paint spraying process), dust in the paint, fish eyes, sanding marks, all can become more visible when covered with PPF.

Things like a hair, dust particle, stone chip can show up and through PPF.

Before applying PPF, the surfaces must be as contaminant-free and defect-free as possible. We offer extensive paint corrective polishing and chip touch-up services.

Yes. There are specialised ceramic coatings for both gloss and matte films that will help extend the longevity of your film.

It can be applied at application or periodically.

Yes you can but you may have issues like bonding on and around edges, door cups, hollows in the body design.

Some PPF suppliers do not warranty their PPF if applied of a coating.

Paint protection film (PPF) warranty consists of two parts:

Manufacturer’s Warranty:

This typically lasts for a set number of years, like 3, 5, 7, or 10 years. It covers problems such as yellowing, staining and cracking of the film.

The manufacturer may also specify how long certain features, like self-healing or water repellency, are expected to last within the overall warranty lifespan.

Workmanship Warranty:

This covers the application of the PPF and lasts for 6 months with us.

If the film lifts or peels because of how it was applied, this warranty covers these aspects. However, it doesn’t include or cover damage or issues caused by high-pressure cleaning or improper care especially if the car is maintained by a car wash.

To ensure the longevity of your investment, we, and many of our premium suppliers, require a 24-hour ‘initial curing period’ following application. This allows our technicians to monitor the film for any minor bubbles or lifting and resolve them. Once the vehicle is exposed to road conditions, these issues cannot be fixed and cause lifting.

To ensure the longevity of your PPF, it’s essential to care for it properly.

After every PPF application, we guide our clients on the best ways to maintain both the film and your car. We also offer in-house maintenance services to keep your PPF and whole car in top shape.

Some key advice to follow:

• Use a quality car shampoo and water.
• Don’t use high pressure to rinse your car! (voids warranty)
• You may snow foam
• Use a quality wash mitt and drying towel

PPF is generally meant to be replaced if it has sustained severe damage.

It’s ok to leave it on if the damage is minor.

You can’t fix a stone chip that has punched through, a deep scratch or similar.

Things we may be able to fix:

• If the PPF is not repelling water any more we can recoat it.
• Minor swirls and staining
• Water spots

If your car has been freshly painted, we recommend waiting at least 30 days before applying Paint Protection Film. New paint needs time to “outgas” or fully cure. Applying film too early can trap gases under the surface, leading to bubbling or a cloudy finish.

Please be aware that applying PPF to any resprayed or repaired panel carries inherent risks regardless of how long ago it was painted. Because aftermarket paint often lacks the same bonding strength as a factory-baked finish, the paint can potentially lift during the installation process or if the film is ever removed in the future.