Wrap Maintenance

Power Washing

Wrapped vehicles may be power-washed or pressure-washed with care. Excessive pressure during power washing can damage the graphic by allowing water to soak underneath the pressure sensitive adhesive vinyl and lessen its adhesion to the vehicle surface, causing the vinyl to lift, peel and/or curl.

These problems are magnified by climate conditions (wind, temperature, rain, etc). This is a problem for perforated window graphic film.

To avoid edge lifting or other damage to the adhesive vinyl, follow these important steps:

• Use a spray nozzle with a 40 degree wide spray pattern
• Be sure the spray nozzle includes a nozzle protector (tip guard)
• Use a pressure system of 2,000 psi or less
• If the system is heated, limit the water temperature to 180 degrees or less
• Hold nozzle at least 12 inches away and not directly on the graphic

Automatic Car Washes With Brush Systems

Automatic brush washing is not advised as the following are possible issues;

• Brushes can catch a loose edge of the graphic and cause further damage
• Brushes can dull or scratch the finish of the graphic

Hand Washing Exterior Graphics

Flush the graphic with clean water to remove loose dirt particles. Avoid using ammonia and or bleach based cleansers (Windex, Fantastic, 409, etc.). A trigger-type hose nozzle is convenient for this purpose.

Use a mild liquid detergent (no solvents) and water solution and wash the graphic with a soft brush, rag or sponge.

Wash thoroughly from top to bottom, avoid unnecessary scrubbing and after applying cleaning solution, keep a steady stream of water flowing on the graphic to wash away dirt particles.