The sounds of spring include not only the whistle and trilling of birds but also the sound of vehicles going far. Very few people think of the fact that during a longer trip by car, the impact of gravel, rockfall and even weather is to be considered as the enemy of the car. Fortunately, we can choose a simple solution also to this problem.
What does the paint protection film protect from?
The name is a little bit misleading. If we take a look at, for example, the description of 3M™ Scotchgard™ Paint Protection Film, paint is not mentioned at all. This is a stone guard film product that provides the highest level of scratch- and stain resistance, transparency and durability for the owner who wishes to spare their car.
The category name of stone guard film takes us closer to the advantages of such products. Unfortunately, these have the very right to exist in Hungary because a considerable portion of around 32,000 km of road still does not have modern concrete surface. Dirt roads and graveled and neglected places are breeding grounds for rockfall.
The advantage of paint protection films
So, let us stick with the category name of paint protection films! These films mean an excellent solution for the more vulnerable surfaces of the car for these reasons: one side of this extremely thin, clear protective layer perfectly conforming to the shape of the car is equipped with a pressure-sensitive adhesive that allows to be easily placed on the vehicle. In addition to this, their material provides an incredibly good protection – the Pro Series of the 3M™ Scotchgard™ SGH6PRO Paint Protection Film, for example, has a self-healing formula that causes smaller scratches to disappear easily by themselves. The transparent coated technology shows a maximum resistance to weather, abrasion and even to stains. This way, the “wound” of the car is healing quickly.
With its thickness of 200 microns and its polyurethane film that can be stamped, the 3M™ 8592 Paint Protection Film provides an adequate protection even against shrinkage and expansion. In addition, the film does not have a transparent layer, so it can be an ideal choice for surfaces that cannot be seen, while in the range of transparent films, the 8 mm 3M™ Scotchgard™ SGH6PRO Paint Protection Film is also available.
Usually products called PRO are called like this for a reason: these car protection tools perfectly conforming to the outline of the car and made from tough polyurethane provide PRO, that is professional protection, for example, for front bumpers, side mirrors, hood, door handle cups and the edges of doors. It is also good news that they protect the vehicle also from damages caused by UV-rays. By looking at it, our vehicle is the same as we are used to, but it can roll out even to unmarked roads in a prepared state, that is equipped with abrasion-, puncture-, and tear resistance, supplemented by heat- and moisture resistance as well.
This way, we can sleep well at night instead of worrying about the exterior of the car. With the current product range and the right decision, which means the use of paint protection films, we can cause more relaxed years for ourselves. (For these products, manufacturers offer a commercial guarantee of several years.)
Let us drive, and drive smart, also thinking of the vehicle’s exterior!
