Paint protection film (PPF), also called a clear bra, is a clear, self-healing urethane layer applied over your paint. It's rock chip protection: it takes the chips, sand and door dings a coating can't — and the front end of a car on I-275 or US-19 sees plenty of all three.
Paint inspected and corrected where needed. The film is clear, so anything left underneath stays visible for years.
Film cut to the panel and laid wet, then squeegeed out so it sits flat with no trapped water or dust.
Edges wrapped or tucked wherever the panel allows, so the seams disappear and don't lift.
The film settles over the first days. We walk you through washing it, what to avoid, and how light scratches heal in the sun.
PPF is a physical film that absorbs impacts: rock chips, sand and light scratches. A ceramic coating is a thin chemical layer that makes paint glossy and easy to wash, but it won't stop a chip. Many owners do both: film on the impact areas, coating over everything.
The areas that take the hits: front bumper, hood, fenders and mirrors, often called a front-end package. Rocker panels and door edges are common add-ons, and full-body film is available.
Quality film is warrantied for years against yellowing, cracking and peeling. We go through the warranty of the film line at the consultation.
Yes. Quality film comes off cleanly from factory paint when it is time to replace it. Repainted panels need a check first.
It depends on coverage and the vehicle; a front end costs a fraction of full body. Every quote follows a free, in-person inspection.
On a new or freshly corrected car that sees highway miles, usually yes. Construction zones and sand throw a steady stream of chips at the front end, and repainting a bumper or hood costs more than film. For a car that stays around town, a ceramic coating may be enough.