Automotive · Paint protection film
Paint Protection Film
A nearly invisible, self-healing shield against rock chips, scratches and everyday road damage. Factory-trained, certified installers and precision coverage that protects your vehicle's beauty and value.
See it, don't take our word for it
Scratches that
heal themselves.
PPF's top coat uses elastomeric polymers that repair light scratches and swirls with heat from the sun, a warm panel or warm water. Watch it happen on real film.
Real footage: a wire brush, then a heat gun. Watch the scratches disappear.
Coverage options
Choose your coverage.
From the high-impact essentials to every painted panel. Pick a package to see exactly which panels are protected.
- Partial hood
- Partial fenders
- Full front bumper
- Mirrors
- Headlights
- Door edges & cups
- Trunk ledge
- Full hood
- Full fenders
- Full front bumper
- Mirrors & A-pillars
- Headlights
- Door edges & cups
- Trunk ledge
- Full hood
- Full fenders
- Full front bumper
- Mirrors, A-pillars & roof edge
- Headlights
- Door edges & cups
- Rocker panels
- Full hood, roof & trunk
- Full fenders & quarters
- Front & rear bumpers
- Full doors & rockers
- Mirrors & pillars
- Headlights
Orange = protected panels
Types of paint protection film
Gloss or matte.
Custom-fit clear bra and PPF kits designed for perfect coverage and lasting durability.

Stealth
A sleek satin or matte finish with a luxurious, non-reflective, velvety look, and the same protection as traditional glossy PPF.

High Gloss
Adheres tightly as a sacrificial layer, absorbing small debris, road grime and minor abrasions while resisting UV fade.
Benefits of PPF
A tough barrier you'll never see.
Ultimate surface protection
Safeguard vehicle paintA durable, reliable shield against bugs, rocks, debris and gravel.
Undetectable
Optically clearClear urethane, virtually invisible. No texture, no peeling, no cracking, no discoloration.
Self-healing
Superior technologyElastomeric polymers heal scratches, swirls and fine marks when heat activated.
Resale value
Protect the investmentKeeping your paint in great condition significantly increases resale and trade-in value.
Watch a real install
Corvette Stingray PPF install
Watch our certified installers wrap a Corvette Stingray in optically clear film. This is what factory-trained work looks like.
Corvette Stingray full PPF install at our Waterford shop
How it works
From quote to showroom shine.
Choose your film
Gloss, matte or color. We help you pick the right film for how you drive.
Choose your coverage
Partial front to full wrap, matched to your budget and your roads.
Quote & schedule
A straight answer and a fair price, then a scheduled install by certified pros.
Post-care follow up
A 30-day checkup with free micro trims and adjustments after inspection.
PPF FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is Paint Protection Film (PPF)?
PPF, also known as clear bra, is a thin urethane film that provides incredible, invisible paint protection. With self-healing capabilities it erases small scratches and rock chips. It can be applied as a partial or full wrap, protecting high-traffic areas like bumpers, rocker panels and side panels. Film quality and installer skill both play a huge role in the finished result, which is why certified installation with reputable film matters.
What are the benefits of PPF?
It's the most durable, long-lasting form of paint protection. Self-healing technology repairs scratches and chips on its own, maintenance is easier, and with gloss or matte options you can even change your vehicle's look without touching the factory paint. Quality films installed by certified professionals carry great manufacturer warranties, and protected paint holds resale value.
What does PPF cost?
It depends on the coverage you choose (partial vs full wrap), the finish, the condition of your vehicle and the film quality. Cheap film installed cheaply looks it. High-quality film installed by certified pros lasts for years and looks flawless, and every package can be tailored to your budget.
Can I take my vehicle through an automatic car wash?
Avoid automatic and power washes; they can lift film edges. Wait 3 days after installation before washing, then hand wash with rinseless-style soap and water and a soft dry cloth. Touchless systems are manufacturer approved. If an edge ever lifts under these instructions, we'll trim any film needing attention.
Can I wax PPF?
We recommend a ceramic coating maintenance spray instead of wax. Better yet, a ceramic coating over your PPF increases the life and appearance of the film. We discount the pairing when both are done together.
Does PPF need maintenance?
Periodic care keeps it performing at its best. Hand wash with soap and water when needed. Micro trims and adjustments are normal and free of charge, and we recommend a 30-day checkup after installation.
How is PPF installed?
It's a wet installation, similar to window film, using a soap and water mixture to align the film before setting it into place on your original paint. Moisture dry-out can take 30 to 60 days.
How does self-healing work?
Each film has a scientifically formulated top coat that protects the urethane and repairs the majority of scratches using heat: the sun, a warm panel, engine heat or warm water.
PPF vs ceramic coating, which one?
They do different jobs. PPF is an 8-mil thick physical barrier with self-healing, the best choice against rock chips and scratches. Ceramic coatings deliver intense gloss and hydrophobics that make washing effortless. Paired together they're the ultimate protection, and we discount the combination when done at the same time.
Our recent work
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