AUTO ARTISAN

Ongoing Aftercare Instructions – Vinyl Wraps

Here at Auto Artisan, we work with high quality brands, and we recommend using cleaning methods as suggested by the manufacturer, such as Avery Dennison.

Using these cleaning and maintenance tips will help maintain the premium look and longevity of your vehicle wrap. Infrequent or improper maintenance can lead to premature degradation of graphics and lower the expected life of the film.

Cleaning Tips:

Waterless Wash – Preferred Method:

If the vehicle is not overly dirty, this is the preferred method.

Hand wash extremely dirty vehicles first and follow up with a waterless wash. Waterless wash products can help maintain the gloss level and performance of the film. Before using any new product on your wrap, be sure to test them in an inconspicuous area of the vehicle. We recommend using a standard cleaner in our Avery Dennison, Supreme Wrapping™ Film Care line that can be provided.

Afterward, use our sealant to provide a protective layer on your wrap for easier cleaning of everyday dirt and stains.

Hand Wash – Ideal for a vehicle with dirt or other residue.

Follow the below steps:

1. Pre rinse: Using a hose, rinse the whole wrap with clean water. This helps remove the loose dirt particles and helps avoid scratching the graphics.
2. Wash: Gently wash the vehicle with a mild soapy water solution using a soft cloth or a synthetic or natural sponge. Start from the top of the vehicle and work down. Avoid abrading the surface with unnecessary scrubbing.
3. Rinse: Rinse thoroughly with clean water.
4. Dry: Let the wrap dry naturally. To avoid water spotting, use a silicone squeegee to remove water then finish drying with a micro-fiber or soft, nonabrasive towel.

NOTE: Excessive spraying at the wrong angle may create failure points and result in the wrap lifting at edges. An automatic car wash that uses brushes is not recommended. Brushes may scratch the wrap or catch the wrap’s edge and create a failure point.