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Care guide

Keep your wrap looking new.

A few simple habits add years to your wrap and keep your brand looking sharp. Here's how to care for a vehicle wrap the right way.

Do this

The care that adds years.

Hand wash gently

Use a soft cloth or sponge, mild automotive soap, and rinse thoroughly. Wash in the shade when the surface is cool.

Dry to prevent spotting

Pat dry with a soft microfiber towel or use a silicone squeegee to avoid water spots, especially on matte finishes.

Spot-clean quickly

Remove fuel, bird droppings, bug splatter, and sap as soon as possible — they can stain or degrade vinyl if left on.

Park smart

Whenever possible, park in shade or a garage. UV exposure is the single biggest factor in how fast a wrap fades.

Avoid this

What wears a wrap out fast.

Avoid automatic brush washes

The spinning brushes can lift wrap edges and scratch the finish. Touchless or hand washing is far safer.

Skip harsh chemicals

Solvents, degreasers, and abrasive polishes can damage the vinyl. Stick to mild automotive soap.

Don't pressure-wash up close

If you must pressure wash, keep the nozzle back, use a wide spray, and never aim directly at edges or seams.

No wax on matte finishes

Waxes and polishes meant for paint can ruin matte and specialty wraps. Ask us what's safe for your finish.

Questions

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How soon can I wash a new wrap?

Wait at least a week after installation before the first wash so the adhesive fully sets. After that, gentle hand washing anytime is fine.

Can I take my wrapped vehicle through a car wash?

Avoid automatic brush washes — they can lift edges and scratch the finish. Touchless washes or hand washing are the safe choices.

How do I handle a small peeling edge?

Don't pick at it — that makes it worse. Give us a call; small edge lifts are usually a quick fix when caught early.

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