Owner's Care Manual
Your official reference for maximizing your PPF protection film's longevity. Follow these protocols rigorously.
Curing Period (48h — 14 days)
Immediately after installation, the pressure-sensitive acrylic adhesive is undergoing complete polymerization. This phase determines long-term adhesion quality. In cold or humid conditions (Quebec fall/winter), extend the curing period to 14 days.
Permanent Washing Protocols
Washing is the #1 cause of premature PPF degradation. Correct practices extend film life. Poor practices can irreversibly damage it.
✅ Recommended Practices
- ✅Two-bucket method — One pH-neutral shampoo bucket, one rinse bucket with grit guard.
- ✅High-density microfiber mitts — Never abrasive sponges. Soft, uniform contact.
- ✅Blotting dry — Ultra-soft microfiber towels in blotting technique, or filtered air blower.
- ✅Immediate cleaning of bird droppings, sap, and bugs — Within 24-48h with warm water and PPF-safe spray.
- ✅Semi-annual inspection — Edge verification, PPF-specific sealant (booster) application.
Chemical Threats & Prohibitions
Biological and chemical enemies of your PPF can etch the polyurethane's molecular structure if not neutralized quickly. Using prohibited products will void the manufacturer's warranty.
🚫 PROHIBITED Products & Practices
- 🚫Automatic brush car washes — Centrifugal force and grit in rotating brushes degrade the self-healing top coat.
- 🚫Pressure washers closer than 30cm to edges — Primary cause of premature edge lifting.
- 🚫Air drying — Deposits corrosive calcium minerals (water spots) particularly destructive on PPF.
- 🚫Naphtha or kerosene-based waxes — Break the film's polymer bonds, causing yellowing and cloudiness.
- 🚫Ammonia or acetone cleaners — Chemically attack polyurethane, voiding manufacturer warranty.
- 🚫Abrasive polishing compounds — Irreversibly destroy the film's self-healing top coat.
🔧 Semi-Annual Preventive Maintenance
We recommend a professional inspection and decontamination cleaning every 6 months. Our VIP Mobile service comes to you for this maintenance — hydrophobic sealant (booster) application included.