Hello all!
I have learned that we can increase the life of our vehicle wraps/letting by using certain products and avoiding others. Just like the other surfaces we take care of, we also need to care for this investment for our businesses. Since the outdoors can be rough, it is important to properly maintain the vinyl so it will not become brittle and crack. My better half (Alex Rivera) used to do these a long time ago and he says that McGuire's has terrific techniques and products and as a professional who is also ICAR trained and certified, he recommends this. So I thought I could share with all of you. Here are some great tips and videos from this manufacturer.
http://www.meguiars.com/en/videos
One source says: First off, you'll always want to avoid washing your vehicle wrap with abrasive or caustic materials. Vehicle wrap vinyl is laminated for protection from the elements and from UV rays, but washing with harsh detergents can damage the vinyl and cause extensive wear that will reduce its life. The WrapPros recommend washing your vehicle using a soft sponge and regular soap and water. Standard vehicle polishes and waxes, as well as buffing, are not recommended. Never pressure wash your vehicle wrap. We can't stress this enough. Doing so can actually tear away at the vinyl and can cause edges and seams to lift. If you've got a vehicle wrap with either standard opaque vinyl or perforated vinyl over the windows, avoid brushing and the use of an ice scraper. A rear defroster can also be detrimental to wrap vinyl. We use heat to remove vinyl so the use of a rear defroster can cause vinyl to lift and peel.
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Kind Regards,
Georgia Rivera
Stone Buff, a Division of Surface Buff, LLC
1201 Aversboro Road, Suite H-102 | Garner | NC | 27529
www.stonebuff.com
919.341.2873 Raleigh Office
910.730.1002 Aberdeen Office
919.609.5665 Mobile
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