What to do when Cleaning/caring for your newly installed wrap
- Park your wrapped vehicle in a shaded area if it’s hot outside. Allowing the vinyl to cool helps prevent material movement when applying pressure during surface cleaning.
- Wash applied vinyl graphics with a blend of clean water and a mild care wash or detergent such as Dawn, Joy, or Ivory, denatured alcohol, 3M Citrus Base Cleaner, Meguiar’s Gold Class™ Bug and Stain Remover or two parts isopropyl alcohol to one part water.
- Test any cleaning solution on a small section of the vinyl graphic before using on the entire surface.
- Rinse the vehicle with clean water after washing with a soapy water blend.
- Allow the vehicle to air dry or use a microfiber cloth for drying.
- Always read the warning labels on car care products for proper safety instructions.
What NOT to Do When cleaning/caring for your newly installed wrap
What are the cleaning and care practices to avoid for maintaining a new vinyl wrap?
- Avoid mechanical brush washing, as it can damage the vinyl.
- Avoid using automated car washes as this will void the warranty.
- Avoid prolonged contact with fuels; clean spills promptly to prevent vinyl failure.
- Do not use automated car washes, truck washes with caustic cleaners, or fine/narrow-tip pressure washers.
- Refrain from applying wax or polish to vinyl graphics.
Can I use a Pressure Washer when cleaning my wrapped vehicle?
- Repeated pressure washing can cause vinyl graphics to lift or degrade over time.
- When pressure washing, use specific settings and angles to minimize damage.
- Avoid using turbo pressure nozzles when pressure washing applied vehicle graphics.
How to Properly Hand-Wash Vinyl Vehicle Graphics
- Optionally, apply a silicone or Teflon-based polish for added protection.
- Rinse the graphic with water.
- Mix water and mild car wash detergent in a clean bucket.
- Clean the graphic with a non-abrasive sponge, starting from the top and working down.
- Rinse with clean water and air dry or use a microfiber cloth.
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