CUSTOM VEHICLE WRAPS VS PAINT

NOT ALL WRAPS ARE CREATED EQUAL.

So, whether you’re on the market for a wrap, already have one or just want to add “wrap connoisseur” to your resume, we’re honored to have the opportunity to teach you more about our industry:

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

you might be wondering why you should go with our vehicle wraps over paint. we're glad you asked! below are a several reasons why vehicle wraps are a better choice than paint:

A CAR OF A DIFFERENT COLOR...

If you're thinking of changing the look of your car, you probably know all about custom paint jobs, but have you considered a vehicle wrap?

Vehicle wraps are a growing industry, and while many people are aware of their commercial uses, not everyone knows that vehicle wraps are also a great way to personalize your vehicle.

Before you assume that a paint job is your only option, consider the facts about vehicle wraps. In this white paper we discuss the two methods side by side in four categories to help you make your decision: permanence, installation time, cost, and appearance.

• 1. Permanence: Vehicle Wraps

  A quality well-installed and properly cared for wrap

  will last for about 5 years.

   

  Vehicle wraps are completely removable, and while they are on

  the car, they act as a protection for the car's original paint job.

  The fact that a vehicle wrap is removable means:

   

  ●By protecting the paint you're maintaining the resell value.

   

  ●You can preserve the original finish on your classic car while showing off your individual sense of style.

   

  ●You won't be negating the terms of your lease agreement by painting

  the car.

   

  ●At the end of the wrap's life you can switch to a new color with another

  vehicle wrap, or enjoy your old paint job with fresh eyes.

• 2. Appearance: Vehicle Wraps

  If you're looking for a custom texture like carbon fiber or an

  intricate pattern snakeskin, a vehicle wrap is definitely the way

  to go. Wrap materials come in many textures and can be easily

  printed with designs and patterns without driving up cost.

  A wrap is also a good idea if you're only looking to accent parts

  of your car like the mirrors or spoiler. Popular looks include:

  camouflage, carbon fiber, patriotic flag patterns, and matte

  black wraps.

• 3. Cost: Vehicle Wraps

  Quality vehicle wraps aren't cheap. Most likely, depending on

  the car and materials being used, it will cost between $2,000

  and $5,000 for a good color change vehicle wrap.

  You can get a vehicle wrap for less than that, but make sure

  you think about why they're charging you less before you

  commit to a cheap wrap. Do you really want bubbles or

  wrinkles marring the new sleek chrome finish on your

  gorgeous luxury car?

  A good installation from a reputable vehicle wrap provider

  will provide a much better finished product.

• 4. Installation: Vehicle Wrapping

  Once your design proof is approved, your color change

  vehicle wrap will go into production. After we've printed

  everything or ordered your material, the wrap can be

  installed in as little as 1-2 days, depending on how

  complicated and curvy your vehicle is.

  Keep in mind, even if the installation can be done over the

  course of an afternoon, we like to try and keep the wrap

  overnight so we can keep an eye out for any imperfections

  that might need correction.

  The over all time that your vehicle is with us can be as

  little as 24 hours.

   

• 5. Odds and Ends: Seams

  With a color change vehicle wrap there's no need to

  worry about pesky visible seams. Materials come in

  widths up to 60” - which is large enough for most door

  or side panels.

  In addtion vehicle wrap installers can work with

  dealer technicians to remove mirrors or lights, so the

  material can be more carefully tucked in.

  In the end, you have a virtually seamless vehicle wrap

  that looks as smooth as the best paint jobs.

   

• 6. In Review:

  Wrap Benefits:

  ● Removable

  ● Quick: 1-2 day installation

  ● Protects original paint job

  ● Choice – broader selection of

  textures and patterns available

  ● Better for high end or leased

  vehicles

   

• 7. No matter what you choose we want you to be happy! here are some tips for hiring a wrap installer:

  ●Are vehicle wraps their primary business?

  ●Are they certified? Look for certifications like Fellers or 3M

  ●What kind of materials do they use? 3M, Avery, and Oracal are all

  well known for their quality

  ●What kind of warranty do they offer?

  ●What do their customers say? Ask for a list of customers to call, or

  just try cold calling one of the numbers on a featured commercial

  wrap to ask about their experience.

   

• 8. About VIP WRAPS.PRO

  Custom Wraps and Graphics is conveniently located within the

  greater HAYWARD, SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA, making it the go to source for visibility solutions in the HAYWARD, SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA.

  We pride ourselves on our experience, design skill, and friendly

  professionalism. If you're interested in including a QR code in your next sign, banner, trade show display, or vehicle wrap give us a call!  We'll provide

  consultation and guidance on how to make the most out of your codes, as well as incorporate it seamlessly into your design.

• 9. In Conclusion

  Wrap Benefits:

  ●      Removable

  ●      Quick: 1-2 day installation

  ●      Protects original paint job

  ●      Choice – broader selection of textures and patterns available

  ●      Better for high end or leased vehicles

   

   

  Paint Benefits:

  ●      Permanent

  ●      Pricing options range from very low to very high

  ●       Highly specific custom colors

  ● Cheaper paint jobs are a better choice for less expensive cars that don't require lasting work

• 1. Permanence: Paint Jobs

  A quality paint job will be a permanent feature of

  your vehicle, which is great if you're committed to that

  specific shade or design for the rest of the car's life.

  A cheap paint job that hasn't been properly sanded or

  primed may result in discoloration or flaking after a

  few years and probably won't last as long as you would

  have liked.

   

• 2. Appearance: Paint Jobs

  While many wrap materials are available, and our

  printer can create a huge array of custom colors, some

  shades are more expensive to reproduce than others.

  Are you committed to that specific shade of

  opalescent purple? Painting might be a more cost

  effective way to achieve it.

   

• 3. Cost: Paint Jobs

  Similar to vehicle wraps, paint jobs vary in cost and quality

  too. They can range from as little as $300 to as much as

  $15,000 for very high end custom work.

  A well done paint job requires a lot of work, with priming, and

  alternating layers of paint and sanding. Cheaper paint jobs

  tend to cut out important steps, which won't be pretty a few

  years down the road.

  Quality custom paint jobs, especially those on high end

  vehicles can cost as much or more than vehicle wraps.

   

• 4. Installation Time: Paint Job

  Again, painting time and quality varies from shop to shop.

  Because painting requires sanding between coats, it can take a

  while for paint to dry, and then be reapplied.

  Most modernized car shops now have baking equipment to

  help expedite the process, but for a custom, high end paint job

  you can expect your car to be in the shop for up to two

  weeks.

   

   

• 5. Odds and Ends: Seams

  With a color change vehicle wrap there's no need to

  worry about pesky visible seams. Materials come in

  widths up to 60” - which is large enough for most door

  or side panels.

  In addtion vehicle wrap installers can work with

  dealer technicians to remove mirrors or lights, so the

  material can be more carefully tucked in.

  In the end, you have a virtually seamless vehicle wrap

  that looks as smooth as the best paint jobs.

   

• 6. In Review:

  Wrap Benefits:

  ● Removable

  ● Quick: 1-2 day installation

  ● Protects original paint job

  ● Choice – broader selection of

  textures and patterns available

  ● Better for high end or leased

  vehicles

   

• 7. No matter what you choose we want you to be happy! here are some tips for hiring a body shop.

  ●Visit the body shop beforehand – see if the area where they paint is

  clean and free of dust

  ●Check out their painting equipment – is it a modern spray booth or a

  can of spray paint?

  ●What kind of warranty is offered? Consider why one shop offers a 6

  month warranty against peeling and another might offer a full warranty

  of several years.

  ●Research your choice carefully – quality can vary greatly even in

  national chains.

   

• 8. About VIP WRAPS.PRO

  Custom Wraps and Graphics is conveniently located within the

  greater HAYWARD, SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA, making it the go to source for visibility solutions in the HAYWARD, SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA.

  We pride ourselves on our experience, design skill, and friendly

  professionalism. If you're interested in including a QR code in your next sign, banner, trade show display, or vehicle wrap give us a call!  We'll provide

  consultation and guidance on how to make the most out of your codes, as well as incorporate it seamlessly into your design.

• 9. In Conclusion

  Wrap Benefits:

  ●      Removable

  ●      Quick: 1-2 day installation

  ●      Protects original paint job

  ●      Choice – broader selection of textures and patterns available

  ●      Better for high end or leased vehicles

   

   

  Paint Benefits:

  ●      Permanent

  ●      Pricing options range from very low to very high

  ●       Highly specific custom colors

  ● Cheaper paint jobs are a better choice for less expensive cars that don't require lasting work