How To Remove Paint Protection Film From A Car?
Paint protection film has become a popular protective shield among car lovers to protect your car’s surface from various external factors. But with the passing time, this protective layer can be damaged. The lifespan of paint protection film depends upon how well you maintain this shield.
Removing the PPF looks like a daunting task, but you can remove it with the correct methods and proper tools. This article provides you with complete guidance when you need to change the PPF or how to remove it without affecting your underneath paint’s layer.
Why you need to change PPF:
You’ve applied PPF to provide protection to your car’s exterior body, but it is not a permanent solution. You’ve got to change or remove it sooner or later because of several reasons. Here are some common reasons.
1. Cracked PPF:
Paint protection film does not have everlasting durability. It becomes stiff or hard with time, finally cracking. Dirty particles can easily accumulate over the cracked PPF layer and can cause damage to car paint.
2. Holes in PPF:
If your car gets an accident that has harmed your PPF layer, as it may get holes in its layer, it reduces its protective nature.
3. Bubbles appear in PPF:
If harmful chemicals meet your car’s paint protection film again and again. It causes the bubbles under the PPF and does not provide the proper protection to your car’s surface.
4. Repaint your car:
When you want to change the paint color to give your car a new and fresh look, you’ve got to remove the PPF to repaint your car.
5. Remove PPF to increase its resale value:
Sometimes you must remove the PPF to increase its resale value, as your PPF may lose its pristine look with time but the underlying paint is in its fresh look. You remove PPF to make your car look fresh and new to attract buyers.
Common challenges while removing PPF:
You’ve got to face some potential challenges during paint protection film removal.
Material required to remove PPF:
Detailed process of PPF removal:
1. Clean your car’s surface:
First, remove all the dirt and debris from your car’s surface to make it ready for the PPF removal process.
2. Use heat gun:
Use the heat gun to apply heat over the PPF. It helps to loosen its adhesive holding on the underlying paint so you can easily peel off this protection layer.
Use the heat gun at its slow setting. It can slow down your heating process, but it will be safer. Apply the heat in a small section to ensure that you’ve covered all the surface. Use the vast nozzle to distribute the heat evenly across the surface. Don’t get the heat gun too close to the car’s surface. It can damage the paint.
3. Use a plastic scraper to loosen PPF edges:
Under one of the PPF edges, place a soft plastic scrapper and lift it up. You can easily start peeling the PPF from this lifting corner. Don’t use a hard plastic scrapper, as it can scratch your car’s paint.
4. Start peeling off PPF:
Now you can start peeling off the PPF from the scraped edge. Keep your hold close to the car’s surface and try to peel it with slow and gentle movements to avoid the film from tearing. If PPF tears, then maybe you need to apply the heat and use the plastic scrapper to lift up the PPF from one corner to start peeling again.
5. Use adhesive solution:
After peeling off the PPF, there are some film residues left that need to be treated with adhesive solution.
Apply the small amount of the adhesive solution over the residues and leave it for a while. Gently scrub with the soft cloth to properly remove these residues. Then wipe this solution and film residue from the car’s surface.
6. Wash your car:
After the complete removal of PPF, you should wash your car to properly clean your car’s exterior to confirm that it is a residue-free surface now.
7. When you need professional help:
DIY methods of PPF removal helps you save money but sometimes PPF removal challenges cause damage to your underlying painted surface. It is suggested to consult with professionals to deal with these problems.
You can trust Exotic Car Care experts, having specialized tools and solutions, that make sure the safe removal of PPF without affecting your car paint. It also provides additional services such as car polish and car wrapping to give your car’s paint a glossy and fresh look.
Conclusion:
You need to remove the PPF when its protecting properties seem to wear away. You can easily remove your PPF by following these steps. But it is time-consuming and requires extra attention to prevent your underlying car’s paint from scratches and other potential damages. You can consider the Car Detailing Abu Dhabi professional to ensure the safe and desired results you want.
