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Vinyl Car Wrapping - Doing It The Right Way




Installing vinyl wrapping on a vehicle really takes knowledge and skill. In most cases, this work is done by several expert individuals. The process involves coming up with appropriate graphic design, preparing the vehicle for the wrapping, and using the best tools to get the job done the right way.

If you are someone passionate about cars and designing, this can be a good business opportunity to explore. As long as you are willing to undergo training, you can learn how to do this properly.

Those who have worked in this industry for years will attest that it is crucial to have images of the vehicle before doing any design. This is important in order to ensure that certain design elements fall in the right places. Most of the time, the vehicle's natural lines are used. Door panels, on the other hand, are best for covering overlaps.

Part of the preparation for the vehicle is to clean it with soap and water. The car should be allowed to dry for at least 24 hours. Degreasing the vehicle is another aspect that should not be neglected. Isopropyl alcohol can be used or you may also utilizea fast drying panel wipe.

Solvent printed media, on the other hand, should be allowed at least 48 hours to outgas. It is recommended that the rolls are left standing on a vertical position. When degassing is done correctly, the adhesive will have higher quality and the graphic designs will not be a hassle to fit.

During the lamination process, it is advisable that cold rollers are used. Extreme roller tension is strongly discouraged. Hard squeegee is a good tool especially when applying velvet strip. Changing the velvet often can be helpful in preventing scratches.


When doing the actual vinyl wrapping, experts find it a lot better to begin with the panel's flat parts and then work from side to side. It would be easier to stay consistent the vinyl's level that way. Complicated areas should be handled on the latter part of the installation process.