Top 6 car wrapping mistakes you should be aware of

Top 6 Car Wrapping Mistakes You Should Be Aware Of

It is very hard to remove the entire wrap

#1

of your car if you notice that a bubble has

Proper Dealing With Bubbles

appeared in the middle of wrapping. This reduces the durability of vinyl wrap and so you should make sure to buy quality materials. High-quality vinyl films come with air release features which enable you to easily wrap your car without any bubbles.

#2

Uneven Tension When Wrapping The Bonnet

Do not start from top to bottom or left to right when wrapping the bonnet of your car.

Professionals start from the center and divide it into four equal sections which split the tension. Wrapping films are pressure activated adhesive which means you can place the film on the top of the panel and put pressure to apply.

#3

Moving Towards Problem Areas

Installers often face problems at the hard curve areas where the film tends to gather towards the corner. Try to squeegee strokes sideways on both ends of the problem area as this will open up the corners, allowing less film to gather.

#4

Keep An Eye On Climate Control

The optimal room temperature for wrapping film is between 10 and 32 degree Celsius. If it is too hot then the film's adhesive will start to float and if it is too cold then you may have some air bubbles inside. So, you will have to keep an eye on climate control for proper wrapping.

#5

Avoid Non-Theoretical Use Of Heat Gun

What is the right temperature of the heat gun to wrap your car? It is one of the most common questions among amateur wrappers.

However, it is not an important area to focus and the basic rule is that the thicker the film the more heat should be applied. Wrapping the panels depends on the tension and the key is watching the film closely.

#6

Measure The Size Before Applying

Do not cut the film with the same size of the panels as it will be too risky while installing.

The best practice is to cut the vinyl with the extra size of the panels so that you are not short of film if required. You can always cut the extra parts with a sharp knife after applying the film.

Car wrapping is a combination of art, practice, and patience. For professional consultation contact:

Maddog’s Auto Styling 4102 Shoal Loop SE, Mandan, North Dakota, 58554, USA (701) 595-6758 maddogsautostyling.net maddogsautostyling@gmail.com