In daily life, cars are often exposed to various external factors, such as ultraviolet rays, bird droppings, resin, dust, etc. These factors will not only affect the appearance of the car, but may also cause damage to the paint, thereby affecting the value of the car. To protect their cars, many car owners choose to cover their vehicles with a layer of car clothing to provide an extra layer of protection.
However, over time, PPF may be affected by various factors and gradually degrade, reducing its protective effect.
1. Material quality: The material quality of PPF directly affects its service life. Usually PPF is made of TPH or PVC, and its service life is about 2 to 3 years; if PPF is made of TPU, its service life is about 3 to 5 years; if PPF is also coated with a special coating, its service life is Around 7 to 8 years or even longer. Generally speaking, high-quality PPF materials have better durability and protective properties, and can more effectively resist external factors, thereby extending their service life.
2. External environment: Different regions and climate conditions will have varying degrees of impact on PPF. For example, areas with high temperatures and strong sunlight all year round may accelerate the aging and degradation of PPF, while humid or rainy areas may cause PPF to become damp or mold grow.
3. Daily use: The daily use habits of car owners will also affect the service life of PPF. Frequent car washing, long-term parking and exposure to sunlight, frequent scratching and other behaviors may accelerate the wear and aging of PPF.
4. Maintenance: Correct maintenance is the key to extending the service life of PPF. Regular cleaning, lubrication and repair can slow down the aging of PPF and ensure its long-term effectiveness.
1. Regular cleaning: Dust, dirt and other contaminants on the surface of PPF may reduce its protective effect. Therefore, car owners are advised to clean their PPF regularly to keep it clean and smooth. Use mild car detergent and a soft brush, and avoid using cleaners that are too strong to avoid damaging the PPF surface.
2. Avoid mechanical damage: Avoid scratching or hitting hard objects on the surface of PPF, which may cause scratches or damage to the surface of PPF, thus reducing its protective effect. When parking, choose a safe parking location and try to avoid contact with other vehicles or objects.
3. Regular maintenance: Regular maintenance and repair of PPF is the key to maintaining its effectiveness. If signs of wear or damage are found on the PPF surface, repairs should be made in time to prevent further expansion of the problem.
4. Avoid extreme environments: Prolonged exposure to extreme climate conditions, such as high temperatures, strong sunlight, or severe cold, may accelerate the degradation of PPF. Therefore, when possible, try to park your vehicle in a shaded area or garage to reduce the adverse impact on PPF.
5. Regular replacement: Although correct use and maintenance can extend the service life of PPF, PPF will still degrade after a certain period of time. Therefore, it is recommended that car owners replace their car clothing regularly to ensure that their vehicles are always optimally protected.
OTHERS
The prerequisite for extending the service life of PPF is to purchase high-quality PPF. Some PPFs that claim to be "high-quality and low-price" will cause various problems after a short time.
1. Crack
Inferior PPF is damaged after a period of use due to poor material selection. After sun exposure and ultraviolet rays, cracks will appear on the surface of PPF, which not only affects the appearance, but also cannot protect the car paint.
2. Yellowing
The purpose of pasting PPF is to increase the brightness of the paint surface. Low-quality PPF has poor antioxidant capacity and will oxidize and turn yellow quickly after being exposed to wind and sun.
3. Rain spots
This kind of spots usually appear on low-quality PPF and often cannot be easily wiped off. You have to go to a car beauty shop to deal with it, which greatly affects the appearance of the car.
4. Short lifespan and not scratch-resistant
In fact, low-quality PPF is similar to plastic wrap. It can easily break at the slightest touch. An accident may cause PPF to "retire".
For low-cost and inferior films, the adhesive layer technology may decline accordingly. When the film is torn off, the adhesive layer will detach, tearing off the car paint along with it, damaging the paint surface. Moreover, the residues and glue after hydrolysis are difficult to remove. At this time, asphalt cleaners, various chemicals, and even flour will be used, which will inevitably cause damage to the car paint.
Under normal circumstances, PPF removal needs to be carried out in a professional car film store, and the normal market cost is generally around a few hundred yuan. Of course, if there is glue left and the glue is serious, or even the whole car is covered with glue, then additional glue removal costs will need to be added. Simple glue removal, which does not leave much offset printing residue, generally requires an additional charge of about a few hundred yuan; particularly serious and difficult-to-remove offset printing will take 2 or 3 days, and the cost will be as high as thousands of yuan.
Replacing inferior PPF is a time-consuming, laborious and troublesome task for car owners. It may take 3-5 days from peeling off the film, removing the glue, and reinstalling it. It will not only bring inconvenience to our daily use of the car, but also It may even lead to property losses, damage to the paint surface and even possible disputes with merchants due to quality issues with the paint film.
By purchasing the right PPF, through correct use and maintenance, the service life of automotive PPF is expected to be significantly extended, thereby providing car owners with longer-term protection and value preservation.
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Post time: Mar-28-2024