Loading and unloading the car can scratch its sills, and football cleats or kids’ toys can chip the door edges. Rings and fingernails can also leave marks in the paint, and even the tiny chips can rust.
Protecting your car’s finish with car paint protection Adelaide helps you keep it looking new and boosts trade-in value when the time comes to get a new one.
Scratches
Scratches are a common problem that can make your new car look worn, reducing its value and making it seem less than perfect. The good news is that you can prevent scratches from happening if you take care of your bodywork right away. Professional paint correction and protection Adelaide products protect your vehicle from UV rays, chemical stains, swirl marks, bird droppings and tree sap. They also add shine and clarity, giving your car a fresh, out-of-showroom appearance.
There are two basic types of paint protection products – ceramic coatings and paint protection film (PPF). Ceramic products are liquid applied to your car and dried into a glass-like layer. They offer high protection against environmental contaminants, and some are even self-healing. They can be used on specific areas of your car, such as the front bumper and bonnet, or all over it.
PPF is a transparent urethane film that covers your car’s paintwork, offering more robust chip/scratch and water resistance than a ceramic coating. It can be applied to specific areas of your car or the entire vehicle and can be professionally installed by a qualified technician. It offers a high-gloss finish that is virtually invisible. It is scratch-resistant, with most products offering a pencil hardness rating of 9H or higher. It’s also hydrophobic, repelling water and dirt and making your car easier to wash.
Chips
Car paint is delicate; it only takes a single stone to chip the finish, exposing it to rust and reducing your car’s resale value. Fortunately, you can avoid chips by installing a protective film that protects your vehicle from rock damage. Unlike the once-popular “car bra” that hides your car’s front bumper, this virtually invisible urethane film is bonded directly to your car’s paint. It is backed with self-healing technology that keeps your vehicle looking new for longer, maximising resale value.
When choosing a paint protection product, it’s essential to consider your budget and your car’s usage. For example, if your vehicle is frequently driven in poor conditions, you may want to invest in PPF that covers your entire vehicle. On the other hand, if you use your car mostly around town and only occasionally drive it on highways, a basic paint protection kit will suffice. Even kits are available for protecting your door handles and sills, where scratches are every day, from football cleats to the kid’s toenails.
Rust
Rust is a natural process that occurs when iron is exposed to oxygen. Rusting can be a massive issue for steel structures and other large items. The good news is that it can be prevented. There are various ways to prevent rust, including galvanising and painting. Galvanising is a process that involves dipping iron and steel in hot zinc to protect them. It is ideal for more oversized steel items in the elements daily over long periods. The other option is to apply a coat of paint. It will protect the steel, but it isn’t a long-term solution.
Car paint protection Adelaide is a great way to keep your new vehicle looking its best and boosts trade-in value when ready for a change. Our products are virtually invisible and protect your finish from dings, scratches, chips, bird droppings and other environmental contaminants that can damage the paint.
We are an exclusive Ceramic Pro Approved Applicator for Adelaide and have multiple locations throughout Australia. It means you can trust that we are qualified and trained to deliver the highest-quality results for your car’s paint protection.