{"id":6341,"date":"2021-12-20T17:35:55","date_gmt":"2021-12-20T17:35:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gotwrap.com\/?page_id=6341"},"modified":"2023-01-17T17:08:14","modified_gmt":"2023-01-17T17:08:14","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/gotwrap.com\/index.php\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Wraps are priced by the square foot. An average full wrap on a vehicle can range from $1,800 to $3,500. A mid-sized sedan will likely cost between $2,000 to $2,500, while an SUV or VAN can cost about $2,500 to $3,000. That’s much less than the cost of having a billboard that you must rent every month.<\/p>

You can also use our Instant Price Estimator<\/a><\/span> to instantly estimate the cost of wrapping your vehicle with vinyl to either change its color or to advertise your business.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Installation times vary according to the complexity of the project. A basic wrap job takes about 1-2 days.<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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\"\"<\/a>Use a wet, non-abrasive detergent such as 3M\u2122 Car Wash Soap 39000 or Meguiar’s NXT Generation\u00ae Car Wash or Deep Crystal\u00ae Car Wash and a soft, clean cloth or sponge. Rinse thoroughly with clean water. To reduce water spotting, immediately dry with a clean microfiber cloth. We do not recommend putting your vehicle through a carwash.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Absolutely not!<\/strong> A wrap actually temporarily protects your vehicle’s paint.<\/p>

When a wrap is applied to a vehicle, the vehicle’s surface is thoroughly cleaned to remove any debris. Then the vinyl wrap is carefully applied to the vehicle, putting a protective vinyl barrier between your vehicle’s paint and the rest of the world.<\/p>

Wraps won’t protect your vehicle from accidents, dings, or other damage and isn’t meant to be used as vehicle protection. A wrap also should not be applied to paint that is not the factory original paint because of the chance of the wrap lifting aftermarket paint from the vehicle’s surface. However, when you remove your wrap from factory original painted surfaces you may find that there are significantly fewer scratches and rock chips than if you didn’t wrap your vehicle.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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A well cared for vinyl wrap can last for many many years (we\u2019ve seen some last as long as 7 years or longer, but these were mostly cars that are kept garaged). In Southern California with the intense sun, we usually see a lifespan of 4-5 years on vertical surfaces and 2-3 years on horizontal.<\/p>

Wraps are just like paint, if you take care of them, they\u2019ll last longer. If you don\u2019t take care of them, just like paint, you\u2019ll find their lifespan decreases.<\/p>

Vinyl manufacturers like 3M and Avery warranty their vinyl from manufacturing defects and failures for a certain amount of years depending on the type of vinyl. Ask your sales rep at Xgraphix how long your wrap is warrantied.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Vinyl is very easy to remove without causing any damage to your OEM paint. It\u2019s even possible to remove the vinyl yourself with the correct solutions and tools, although we always thoroughly recommend you bring your wrap back to us, or a certified installer to have the wrap removed. That way you gain peace of mind knowing it\u2019s being done right.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Wash your wrap once a week or more often if your vehicle is exposed to a lot of dirt or pollutants. You should hand wash it using 3M\u00ae Car Wash Soap 39000, or Meguiar\u2019s NXT Generation\u00ae Car Wash or Deep Crystal\u00ae Car Wash. At Wrap Works Orange County, we also recommend 3M Quick Detailer Spray Wax or Meguiar\u2019s Ultimate Quik Wax. You can use another gentle automotive detergent if necessary \u2013 any good brand will work. Always use a nice automotive sponge or clean, soft cloth to wash your wrap. Rinse vehicle with clear water after washing. Minimize water spotting by using a silicone squeegee or chamois to remove water. Dry with a clean microfiber cloth .<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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You can bring your wrapped vehicle to an automated brushless car wash, though hand washing is safer and more thorough. Brush car washes may be too rough on the film, degrading it and causing peeling and lifted edges. If a car wash uses water spray and no brushes, it should be safe for most wraps.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Use a wet, non-abrasive detergent such as 3M\u2122 Car Wash Soap 39000 or Meguiar’s NXT Generation\u00ae Car Wash or Deep Crystal\u00ae Car Wash and a soft, clean cloth or sponge. Rinse thoroughly with clean water. To reduce water spotting, immediately dry with a clean microfiber cloth. We do not recommend putting your vehicle through a car wash.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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If you want to pressure wash your vehicle wrap, keep it below 2,000 psi. Use a spray nozzle with a 40 degree wide angle spray pattern and keep water temperature below 140 degrees Fahrenheit. Keep the spray nozzle at least 12 inches away from the car edges.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Clean bird droppings and difficult stains immediately. Letting them sit for too long will make them harder to remove and may permanently damage the wrap. Soak the affected area for a few minutes with warm, soapy water to loosen the contaminants. Rinse completely and dry with a microfiber cloth. For stubborn contaminants, use denatured alcohol, 3M\u00ae Citrus Base Cleaner, Meguiar\u2019s Gold Class\u2122 Bug and Stain Remover or two parts isopropyl alcohol to one part water. Always test these solutions on a small area that\u2019s not easily noticeable to ensure the cleaner will not harm the wrap. Do not use solvents or oil based cleaning products.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Wipe off fuel spills immediately, then hand wash the affected area. Letting the spill stay the wrap too long will degrade the vinyl. A quick wipe with a wet paper towel at a gas station will clean the fuel affected area decently enough until you can get home to do a more through job.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Excessive amounts of time under the sun or other outdoor elements (rain, smog, debris and road pollutants from passing cars) can degrade the wrap on the roof, trunk lid and hood. These horizontal areas are a magnet for pollutants, which are intensified by UV ray exposure. Try your best to park your car in a garage or under a canopy or shelter. If you must park it outside for prolonged periods, look for shady parking areas.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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If wrap is cracking, turning into a different color or browning, then it’s time to replace the wrap.*<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>

But you can also try to clean it first using Simple Green or isopropyl rubbing alcohol to spot clean isolated stains. Rinse area with cool water after cleaning. Don\u2019t use tire dressing to spot clean as it may splash on the wrap and cause stains. Avoid wiping the wrap when it\u2019s hot; this can distort the material and cause wrinkling.<\/p>

*Don’t wait too long because removal will become difficult and therefore costly.\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Never, EVER use any of the following cleaning products on your wrap:<\/p>