What is Paint Protection Film - is it a good option for me

Paint Protection Film, or PPF (sometimes referred to as Clear Bra), is a thermoplastic urethane film which is most often applied to the forward or leading painted surfaces of a vehicle. Originally, this type of protective film was designed for military use on helicopter rotors to protect them from sand particles, and over the years it has expanded to general aviation, racing, and finally consumer vehicles and even electronic devices such as mobile phones. Paint Protection Film has been in use on privately owned vehicles for several years now, and with good reason.

From a maintenance standpoint, PPF is an excellent investment for any vehicle. The clear coated urethane film helps preserve the paint finish while protecting surfaces vulnerable to stone chips, bug damage, abrasion, and weathering. Not only will your vehicle’s paint be preserved from these types of damages, but the film will also allow your paint to age naturally, and will not yellow from prolonged sun exposure. Additionally, you can clean and maintain your vehicle the same as before. The nearly invisible film can be washed and waxed just like the rest of the painted surfaces to retain that high gloss shine you expect.

These protective films are typically applied to the impact zones on vehicles parts, or otherwise vulnerable areas such as hoods, fenders, side mirrors, bumpers, grills, rocker panels, headlights covers, floodlights, car door protection, luggage areas, rear bumper decks, roof, and A-pillars. Most vendors guarantee their product not to haze, yellow or peel and offer a warranty of anywhere from two to five years when properly installed. The film contains ultra-violet stabilizers to prevent discoloration or degradation of the product itself while still allowing the sun’s rays to pass through to the paint so if you do decide to remove the film your vehicle will not be two-toned, or “sunburned”. Unlike leather car bras or plastic shields, these clear protective films are practically invisible and do not substantially affect the overall appearance of your vehicle.

Our goal at Automotive Protection Services (APS) in Fairfax, Virginia, as always, is to provide you with superior products and first class installation service. If you are interested in taking advantage of the protection offered by automotive protective film, we would be happy to meet your needs. Call us or stop by our local store to learn more about our protective films and installation options. 

Paint Protection Film

The first cut is the deepest. On your car, that is...

Our Master Films Applicator doing a tricky install 

Dents from rocks. scratches from debris, and bug acid from, well, bugs, all contribute to diminishing your car’s overall value and appearance. The sun’s UV rays, along with road rash, including rocks, pebbles, road debris, winter salt, and sand, can greatly damage your vehicle’s integrity and can ultimately lead to lower resale value.

In order to protect your vehicle and it’s exterior from the devastation of road rash and to augment your vehicle’s value, a protective paint film is a necessity. 

Paint Protection Film also referred to as your car’s “Clear Bra”, delivers a shield of protection from damaging agents, preserves your car’s paint job, and increases the longevity and resale value. Useful to everyday drivers of cars, trucks, and SUVs, as well as owners of exotic cars, race cars, track cars, and collector cars, Paint Protection Film is a thick clear urethane film that can be applied to the entire vehicle. Popular applications of Paint Protective Film are paint, front bumper, front fenders, rear fenders, hood, headlights, mirrors, door cups, and door handles.

CHECK OUT THE TOP FIVE BENEFITS OF HAVING PAINT PROTECTION FOR YOUR VEHICLE.

1. Polished Look— Paint Protection Film for your car emphasizes a sleek and polished appearance with its high-gloss durability and shiny end-result look. 

2. Protects Integrity— Paint Protection Film protects your vehicle from damage, road rash debris, bugs, climatic change, and various chemicals.

3. Preserves Paint— Paint Protection Film aids in preserving your vehicle’s coloring and prevents discoloration from the sun’s harmful UV rays. 

4. Cost-Effective— Paint Protection Film lessens damages caused to your vehicle’s exterior, allowing itself to be a contributor in cost-management for your vehicle. 

5. Increases Resale Value— Paint Protection Film ensures the vehicle’s paint stays fresh and looking brand new, no matter what weather, climate, or situations it encounters.

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN PAINT PROTECTION FILM?

If it sounds like paint protection is something your car needs, check out our website and see which PPF package is the right fit for you, like our Deluxe kit for example. If you would like to learn more about our vehicle paint protection film,  please contact us, we would be happy to answer any questions you may have or provide you with more information.