Vinyl Wrap (Car Wrapping)
A vinyl wrap is an adhesive film applied over the paint to change the colour or add graphics without repainting.
What is Vinyl Wrap (Car Wrapping)?
It can be removed later, leaving the original paint underneath. Cast films conform to curves better than cheaper calendered films. A colour change may have to be recorded with the authorities in some countries.
How it works
Heat softens the film so it stretches over panels, and pressure-sensitive adhesive holds it on.
Why it matters for your car
Wrapping over damaged or resprayed paint can pull paint off on removal. Wraps usually last a few years depending on climate and care.
Other terms
- Automotive Ethernet
- Bearing Puller (Gear Puller)
- Child Seat Support Leg
- Circuit Breaker
- Coolant Temperature Warning Light
- Depreciation (Value Loss)
- Door Hinge
- DPF Regeneration
- Electric Power Steering (EPS)
- Handbrake Cable
- Ignition Lead (Spark Plug Wire)
- Lightweight Flywheel
- OEM Parts (Original Equipment)
- Option Codes (Equipment Codes)
- Parking Heater (Auxiliary Heater)
- Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
- Roll Cage
- Seasonal Tyre Change
- Steering Wheel Controls
- Tonneau Cover