| It doesn't matter if you just bought a new car with a | | | | This step can be difficult because it must be precise. If |
| gorgeous paint job or just had your old car freshly | | | | you're not sure if you can cut the film to the right |
| painted, you need to protect it from the elements. One | | | | measurements, then it's recommend that you buy the |
| of the best ways to do that is by installing car paint | | | | custom designed kits. In these, the film is already |
| protective film. This is a thin clear film that is actually | | | | pre-cut to fit certain models. |
| placed on the front of the car to prevent the paint | | | | 4. Now that everything is ready, you need to prepare |
| from being chipped, scratched and damaged by flying | | | | the vehicle. It must be completely spotless because |
| gravel and bugs as you drive from one destination to | | | | any dirt and dust left on the car will be trapped under |
| another. | | | | the film. |
| You can have the car paint protective film installed by | | | | 5. Use the application solution to wet the area |
| a professional or you can do it yourself if you have | | | | thoroughly. Remove the backing from the film and |
| patience and can follow the basic directions. You can | | | | gently place it in position without applying any pressure. |
| buy the protective film in rolls or kits. If you've ever | | | | Once it's in place, take the squeegee and smooth out |
| handled window tenting film, then you have a good | | | | the water and air bubbles. Begin in the center and |
| idea of how this film works. It's the same principal | | | | work your way outward for the best results. |
| because this thin thermoplastic urethane film adheres | | | | 6. Once the film is in place and all the bubbles have |
| to the surface by means of an acrylic adhesive that's | | | | been squeezed out, use the knife to trim off any |
| pressure sensitive. | | | | excess film. |
| The steps for installing car paint protective film are | | | | After completing these steps you're ready to enjoy |
| listed below: | | | | driving your car around without worrying about it being |
| 1. Have a clean dust free environment. You cannot | | | | damaged by the elements. It can be a tedious job |
| install this film in an area that is not spotless. | | | | installing car paint protective film but if you take your |
| 2. Gather together all of your supplies. This includes the | | | | time and have patience, you'll soon be enjoying all the |
| roll of film or kit, knife, squeegee and application solution. | | | | benefits from your hard work. |
| 3. Now measure and cut out the film to fit your car. | | | | |