The Pros & Cons of a Vinyl Wrap

The paint is the most important part of customizing your car. A poor paint job can bring down a well-built car. But it is not cheap to get a professional paint job. Vinyl wraps are an alternative that is more affordable. Vinyl wraps are a great alternative to painting.

Vinyl Wrapping: What’s it all about?

Vinyl wrapping is a process that protects your car’s paint while also allowing you to personalize it. Vinyl is a thin coating that is applied to the paint on your car. It is like a large decal. Even if you didn’t know it, chances are that you have encountered vinyl wrap on a vehicle. Many new cars have clear protective film on the front bumper and leading edge. The film provides protection against rocks and other debris the vehicle’s front is exposed to on a daily basis. The film keeps the paint below from getting the brunt and keeps your car looking newer for longer.

Vinyl wrap extends the same concept but covers the entire vehicle. You don’t just wrap the front of your car. Instead, wrap the whole vehicle. Clear protective films do not have to be used. A wide range of colors have been developed by companies to offer you virtually unlimited choices when it comes to your car’s exterior.

Why choose vehicle wrapping?

There are many benefits to choosing vinyl wrap for your vehicle. Let’s review some of the advantages.

Low Cost

Vinyl wraps can be very affordable. A full vehicle wrap will only cost half as much as a good paint job.

Minimal downtime

Painting a car is no easy task. Everything from the preparation, priming, and drying between coats can add up. You can expect to spend several days, if not weeks, to repaint your vehicle. It all depends on the quality and complexity. A vehicle vinyl wrap can be applied in a shorter time. You will need to ensure that your car is clean and have a final design. In a matter of days, the wrap can be applied to the vehicle.

There are many options

Vinyl wraps allow for a wider variety of color choices and finishes than paint. Vinyl can be applied to any color car you want. Many companies offer color shifting wraps that change color depending on the angle. Every color can have different finishes like gloss, semi-gloss matte, satin, and even pearlescent. Vinyl can even mimic the appearance of other materials such carbon fiber, stainless and chrome steel, leather, or even leather.

It’s removable

Vinyl can be easily removed from your car and replaced with a different color if you wish to go back to its original paint or choose a completely different color. This allows your car to be customized more frequently.

Protect your paint

Wrapping your car in vinyl protects your original paint. When you’re ready to sell your vehicle, you can remove the vinyl and reveal the original paint underneath.

Digital Design

Vinyl wraps may be customized using digital printed designs. This allows you make your car unique. Some of the most striking designs that are possible to be printed on vinyl can be found by performing a quick Google or Instagram search. You will find everything from cars made to look like war planes to modern super cars, all wrapped with the patina that comes from being in the California sun for countless decades. Digital designs are also an affordable option to advertise with your car.

Are There Any Cons?

Vinyl wraps your car are not harmful. Vinyl’s downsides are minimal. The same could be said for other customization areas.

You Get What you Pay for

Vinyl is not made equal. You get what’s on your side. Avery and 3M offer superior quality vinyl that won’t cause damage to your paint but will look great and last for a long time. While some brands may look and feel the exact same, others can fade or color over time. Worst of it all, a poor quality vinyl can cause paint damage. High-quality vinyl is best.

Did We Mention that You Get What You Pay for?

Professionals are required to professionally wrap vinyl. An inexperienced installer could end up causing serious damage to your vehicle. Once the vinyl is applied, it should be cut. Professionals will cut the vinyl without damaging the original paint. A novice can cause scratches and cuts to the finish of your car. Also, look around the edges to see how good the wrap is. An amateur will leave uneven edges along panels and curves. Even though it looks great from afar, poor installation can damage a well-built car. You should ensure your installer is qualified and certified to install vinyl.

As good and as paint

Vinyl wrap can’t be beat for the quality and depth it offers. Wraps made of premium vinyl are more attractive than any other type of paint and can be installed at a fraction cost.