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Coverage consultation
We advise on the most cost-effective coverage areas based on your vehicle's exposed surfaces and typical road use.
The last line of defence for your paintwork.
Thermoplastic urethane that heals itself and lasts a decade.
Paint protection film is a clear thermoplastic urethane film applied to your vehicle's paintwork. It absorbs stone chips, minor abrasions and scratches — and in the case of Xpel Ultimate Plus and STEK, heals itself when exposed to heat. Unlike a ceramic coating, PPF provides physical impact protection. The two products are complementary: PPF absorbs physical damage; ceramic coating provides chemical and UV protection.
What's Included
Everything in a PPF service.
- ✓Paint thickness measurement (pre-installation)
- ✓Chemical decontamination and panel prep
- ✓Precision computer-cut film (Xpel Design Access or STEK)
- ✓Installation to exposed high-impact areas
- ✓Edge wrapping on all installed panels
- ✓Post-installation inspection
- ✓10-year manufacturer warranty registration to VIN
- ✓Written installation report
The Process
How we complete a PPF service.
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Panel preparation
Chemical decontamination and IPA wipe-down. The paint surface must be perfectly clean before film adhesion.
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Computer-cut film
Panels are precision-cut from the Xpel or STEK database using Design Access software. No hand-cutting on the vehicle.
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Installation
Film applied panel by panel with solution method. Edges are wrapped to eliminate lifting points. No visible seams on exposed surfaces.
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Inspection and warranty
Post-installation inspection for bubbling, lifting or misalignment. Manufacturer warranty registered to your VIN at handover.
Who This Suits
Is a PPF right for your vehicle?
Track-day vehicles
Stone chip damage accumulates rapidly on track cars. Full-front or full-vehicle PPF is the only reliable protection against chip damage at speed.
New delivery protection
Apply PPF immediately at delivery and your factory paintwork stays in factory condition indefinitely. Combined with ceramic coating, it is the highest standard of new vehicle protection available.
Long-term concours preparation
If you intend to show your vehicle, PPF on vulnerable panels eliminates the stone chip damage that accumulates during road use between events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions about our PPF service.
Is PPF visible on the car?
A professionally installed high-grade film (Xpel Ultimate Plus, STEK) is effectively invisible on a well-prepared surface. Low-grade films or poor installation may show edges or haziness.
How long does PPF last?
Xpel Ultimate Plus and STEK carry 10-year manufacturer warranties against yellowing, cracking, peeling, staining and delamination. Real-world lifespan on a well-maintained vehicle often exceeds the warranty period.
Can PPF be removed?
Yes. Professional-grade PPF can be removed cleanly from paint that was in good condition at installation. It should be removed by a professional to avoid any risk of adhesive residue.
Does PPF need maintenance?
Minimal. pH-neutral washing and occasional application of a PPF-compatible sealant. The film itself is hydrophobic. We provide written maintenance instructions at handover.
What areas do you cover?
Coverage options range from a partial front end (bonnet, bumper, mirrors, A-pillars) to a full vehicle wrap. We advise based on your vehicle's exposure profile and budget.
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