TOP 5 TIPS TO MAKE YOUR VINYL GRAPHICS LAST
Use the right kind of Vinyl Use only high-performance cast vinyl from reputable brands like 3M, Avery, and Oracle for the longest durability. The installation process is easy and the material you choose will determine the quality of the wrap. The actual installation of the wrap is a challenging and crucial task and hence proper help of the professionals is recommended.
Prepare The Vehicle Surface If you have any wax or polish on the car, your vinyl will be sticking to the wax before you begin. A special solution is used first to wipe the car from any wax residue. Then you can clean the vehicle's surface by rubbing with alcohol in order to remove any other residue. It’s better if you fill a spray bottle with ½ alcohol and ½ water.
Keep the surface clean Sun has the worst effect on vinyl. Wash your car regularly to expand your vehicle’s life and remove any underbody rust. Wraps and graphics have a rougher life in a hotter climate. Pollution which falls out on your car gets mixed with the morning moisture and causes rust like effect on the wrap lamination. Try to spend at least 5 to 10 minutes dusting your car every morning.
Wax your vehicle Waxing prevents top coat of paint on your car from getting sun damaged and also provides an extra layer of protection. It acts as a shield against any dust particles and stops your car from scratches. For stripes and cut graphics, you should stick with a liquid wax that won’t give you that ugly white build up on the edges.
Avoid Pressure washers Pressure washing is not recommended as it can cause vinyl wrap to lift up around the edges. Also, the texture for your graphics will be lost as it loses luster, gets faded and cracked. Instead, apply hand wash to your vinyl graphics with a blend of mild detergent and clean water.
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