Is Vinyl the same as Paint Protection Film? Vinyl wrap is used to alter the aesthetic appearance of a vehicle. Most of the time, Vinyl Wrap is used to change the color of a car or add extra graphics without having to repaint the entire car. Vinyl wraps offer a lot of customization, but are much thinner than see-through bras. PPF is a much thicker, and heavier version of Vinyl Wrap. Vinyl Wrap is a lighter substance and that is much more forgiving to install. PPF, on the other hand, is typically crystal clear, is much thicker, and self-heals when scratches occur. Paint Protection Film was designed to protect the original paint. PPF does not change the appearance of the vehicle, but it can make the appearance of the vehicle more glossy. Will my PPF last forever? Paint Protection Film is designed to be a sacrificial layer between the film and bare clear coat. Before investing into PPF, you need to understand the lifespan of the product. Longevity of PPF is realistically around 5 to 7 years depending on driving conditions, wear and tear, and the method of care. The Self-Healing properties will diminish over time. It's just natural, due to wear and tear. All PPF companies are competing for the longest warranty available to the public. The truth is, how many of these cars will actually still be owned in 10 years? Very few. Have a closer look at the Paint Protection Film`s warranties. They are riddled with loopholes. Nothing is permanent. The paint under the PPF is not permanent, everything on this Earth has a life expectancy and will break down with time. In what circumstances could PPF get damaged and can it be fixed? Paint Protection Film isn`t infallible and should be considered to be a sacrificial cover for your paint. But it is very tough, and we have seen repeated examples of bad looking scuffs and impacts that have left the film looking very sorry for itself, yet once removed, the paint underneath is entirely undamaged. Installing a new piece of PPF avoids the expense and time of a body shop visit, and the implication that having non-original paintwork might mean to you.
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