Apart from mileage, maintaining your vehicle’s external condition is one of the most important things you can do to retain its value. One of the easiest and best ways to do this is with a car wrap.
There are many benefits of wraps, including the ability to completely change the look of your car. But there are many different types of car wraps to choose from, so it can be difficult to know where to start.
Whether you are interested in car wraps for advertising, aesthetics, or protection will play some part in choosing a vehicle wrap. Keep reading to find out which one is right for you.
What Are Car Wraps?
Car wraps have been around since the 1950s. They are large sheets of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) polymer–a very strong thermoplastic–or “vinyl” for short. The vinyl sheet has an adhesive backing that attaches to the surface of your vehicle.
You can select the best material that gives a satin, matte, or glossy finish. You also can print designs–including logos, graphics, photos, and patterns–on the vinyl. You can choose between plain and exotic car wraps.
There are many benefits of wraps. They are an affordable way to advertise your business or change the look of your vehicle. They also are better than paint at protecting your car’s surface, and a much more affordable option.
Types of Car Wraps
When you are choosing among vinyl wraps, you are selecting based on the amount of surface area you want to cover. This can as simple as basic to the entire surface of your vehicle.
Die-Cut Wraps
Die-cut wraps comprise lettering that you can apply directly to your vehicle’s surface or use in conjunction with other wraps. For instance, you could print the name of your business onto vehicle panels.
This makes die-cut wraps a very affordable option. Also, they are easier to update. For example, if your business changes addresses, you can change the lettering without redoing the entire vehicle wrap.
Partial Wraps
Partial wraps are placed on entire panels of your vehicle. Usually, they will cover between ⅓ and ⅔ of your car. These types of car wraps can be handy for adding logos, designs, or information to a van door or a tailgate, without wrapping the entire vehicle.
Full Vinyl Wraps
As the name suggests, full vinyl wraps cover the entire vehicle surface. While these will be the most expensive option, they have many benefits.
One is that they afford a broad canvas on which to work. You are unlimited in the design and colors applied to the wrap.
Covering the entire vehicle can be a huge plus if you have a wide range of colors or a mix of older and new vehicles. This is an easy way to achieve uniformity across your fleet without the hassle or expense of repainting.
Find Car Wraps Near You
Now that you have an idea of the different types of car wraps available, you can decide which one works for your vehicle. Be sure to choose a reputable installer to ensure your car looks great and is protected for years to come.
We hope you found this information on car wraps useful. If so, be sure to check out some of our other automotive posts, as well as those on business, law, health, and fitness, and many other topics.
