How To Remove The Wrap From the Car

how to safely remove car wrap
  • September 26, 2024

Wrapping Removal from Vehicle

Car wrapping is one of the best way to enhance the aesthetic appeal of the car. But you may know that it is a temporary way of changing the appearance which may last for 3 to 5 years. After that you will have to change it in order to install a new vinyl film or to go for the old paint. 

Whether you want to update the look of your car or go back to the original appearance, you will have to follow a removal process which should undergo carefully. Because incorrect removal method will cause damage to the original paint.

how to safely remove car wrap

How to Safely Remove Car Wrap

Before diving into the removal process of applied film, you should make sure that you are doing it in the correct method. And we firmly believe that this blog will help you to walk through those safety steps to dive into the process.

Materials Available for Removing the Vinyl

Heat Gun – For Softening the film.
Plastic Scraper – For lifting the wrap.
Microfiber Cloth – For cleaning up any residue left.
Detergent and Water – For washing the car before and after of removing process.
Razor Blade – It is an additional tool which may be helpful in the very stubborn areas.

Process

Cleaning – This is the first thing that we have to do before starting to remove the vinyl from the vehicle. By using the Detergent and water we will have to clean the entire surface of the car and let it dry.

Heating – By using the heat gun we have to heat the wrap, especially corner. Because we will have to slowly start peeling the wrap from the corner. It will soften the wrap which will make us easy to peel off. Be careful not to overheat that would damage the original paint.

Peeling – By using the plastic scraper start peeling the film off. Ensure that you have a good grip on the vinyl to start peeling and also keep moving the heat gun over the area being peeled. 

Continuing the Process – Be patient and continue the process of heating and peeling the film. Because if you rush then there is a high chance for the wrap to left behind on the vehicle and the original paint may get damaged.

Remove Adhesive Residue – After peeling the wrap from your vehicle, there might be some adhesive residue left on the car. Make sure to remove these residues thoroughly. You can use a microfiber cloth to clear any remaining adhesive.

Final Cleaning – Wash your vehicle after making sure no residue are left on the surface of the car. You can again use the detergent and water for the final cleaning process. 

If you need any advice on how to remove car wrap, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. Our expert team is here to assist you in safely removing the vinyl film from your vehicle.

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