Car wraps, also known as vehicle wraps, are considered as alternatives to customized paint jobs. Car graphics used to be painted but the emergence of printing technology has made it possible to produce designs that are less expensive but comparable to paint. Aside from the fact that it is a cheaper option to paint, vinyl can be easily removed once an advertising campaign is over, or whenever you feel like changing the look of your vehicle, without damaging the paint job.
Installing a car wrap provides a number of benefits. Wraps are very economical because vinyl is a durable material that can last for a couple of years. Your vehicle will look great without you needing to spend a big amount of money to improve its exterior. The vinyl also protects the resale value of your vehicle.
Types of Vehicle Wraps
Aside from cars, other types of vehicles like buses, trucks, and vans can be wrapped in vinyl. Each particular wrap provides many benefits for business owners. Since buses are large and travel almost daily, the ads that you place on them are sure to attract attention and deliver a strong message. Like buses, trucks are good for mobile outdoor advertising because of their size. Data from the American trucking industry showed that delivery trucks generate millions of visual impressions yearly. Vans, though smaller than buses and trucks, are often used as utility vehicles, and as such, also provide a good advertising opportunity.
If your company owns a fleet of vehicles, installing car wraps, bus wraps, truck wraps, and van wraps will help maximize the value of these automotives. Because company vehicles are almost always on the road, covering them with advertisements and informational materials will help promote your advocacies, campaigns, products, and services.
Design
You can use Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop to design your wrap. Try looking for a vehicle template for your car so you don’t have to measure the dimensions. If you are designing an advertisement, remember to keep the message simple because it is a moving signage. Use a simple and readable font. The most important text to include are the company name, contact information, and a catchy tagline. Use an appropriate color scheme. Do not forget the company logo. The images you choose should complement the text, not cause a distraction.
Installation
There are several things to prepare before the actual installation. First is the careful selection of the material. As the car owner, you have to select the right vinyl for your vehicle. Some car wraps are made using a thin cast film which has a very excellent durability as well as conformability. Most wraps produce results that are similar to paint, and when applied correctly, will last for five years. However, those who are on a tight budget do not necessarily need to purchase the most expensive materials. They can use a cheaper but quality type of vinyl for their vehicle.
When the graphics have been designed and printed, the next step is to prepare the vehicle. The vehicle should be thoroughly cleaned to make sure that it does not have any dirt or debris. Wraps will not completely adhere to a vehicle if it is dirty. Thoroughly clean the vehicle using detergent solution and water, and dry it completely. Vinyl will also not stick to a damaged paint job. After drying, remove the license plate and cover the parts of the vehicle that won’t be wrapped with vinyl using masking tape and paper.
After cleaning the vehicle, plan how the wrap will be installed. Do not forget to prepare the necessary tools for the wrap installation. The basic tools include tape measure, air releasing tool, squeegee, scalpel, and a heat gun. When you have everything planned and ready, look for someone who can help you place the car wraps over the vehicle. You have to figure out which piece should be placed on a particular part of the vehicle and where to start applying it. Most professional installers start at the back of the vehicle. Install the wrap and use the squeegee to force out any air bubbles. Stretch the vinyl around the corners using a heat gun.
Though there are some car wraps that can be easily repositioned if an error is made, it is still important to place the wrap appropriately to avoid wasting time and effort. Make sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions so that you will know the right process of applying the graphics. You won’t have any major problems if you follow the instructions to the letter. Check if there are bubbles, raised areas, tears, or wrinkles. Use an air releasing tool to let the air out, and the squeegee to smooth the wrap out. Carefully trim any excess vinyl using a scalpel. The entire installation process takes about an hour. Allow your vehicle to sit for about 24 hours to make sure that the vinyl has adhered completely to the surface.
Installing a car wrap provides a number of benefits. Wraps are very economical because vinyl is a durable material that can last for a couple of years. Your vehicle will look great without you needing to spend a big amount of money to improve its exterior. The vinyl also protects the resale value of your vehicle.
Types of Vehicle Wraps
Aside from cars, other types of vehicles like buses, trucks, and vans can be wrapped in vinyl. Each particular wrap provides many benefits for business owners. Since buses are large and travel almost daily, the ads that you place on them are sure to attract attention and deliver a strong message. Like buses, trucks are good for mobile outdoor advertising because of their size. Data from the American trucking industry showed that delivery trucks generate millions of visual impressions yearly. Vans, though smaller than buses and trucks, are often used as utility vehicles, and as such, also provide a good advertising opportunity.
If your company owns a fleet of vehicles, installing car wraps, bus wraps, truck wraps, and van wraps will help maximize the value of these automotives. Because company vehicles are almost always on the road, covering them with advertisements and informational materials will help promote your advocacies, campaigns, products, and services.
Design
You can use Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop to design your wrap. Try looking for a vehicle template for your car so you don’t have to measure the dimensions. If you are designing an advertisement, remember to keep the message simple because it is a moving signage. Use a simple and readable font. The most important text to include are the company name, contact information, and a catchy tagline. Use an appropriate color scheme. Do not forget the company logo. The images you choose should complement the text, not cause a distraction.
Installation
There are several things to prepare before the actual installation. First is the careful selection of the material. As the car owner, you have to select the right vinyl for your vehicle. Some car wraps are made using a thin cast film which has a very excellent durability as well as conformability. Most wraps produce results that are similar to paint, and when applied correctly, will last for five years. However, those who are on a tight budget do not necessarily need to purchase the most expensive materials. They can use a cheaper but quality type of vinyl for their vehicle.
When the graphics have been designed and printed, the next step is to prepare the vehicle. The vehicle should be thoroughly cleaned to make sure that it does not have any dirt or debris. Wraps will not completely adhere to a vehicle if it is dirty. Thoroughly clean the vehicle using detergent solution and water, and dry it completely. Vinyl will also not stick to a damaged paint job. After drying, remove the license plate and cover the parts of the vehicle that won’t be wrapped with vinyl using masking tape and paper.
After cleaning the vehicle, plan how the wrap will be installed. Do not forget to prepare the necessary tools for the wrap installation. The basic tools include tape measure, air releasing tool, squeegee, scalpel, and a heat gun. When you have everything planned and ready, look for someone who can help you place the car wraps over the vehicle. You have to figure out which piece should be placed on a particular part of the vehicle and where to start applying it. Most professional installers start at the back of the vehicle. Install the wrap and use the squeegee to force out any air bubbles. Stretch the vinyl around the corners using a heat gun.
Though there are some car wraps that can be easily repositioned if an error is made, it is still important to place the wrap appropriately to avoid wasting time and effort. Make sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions so that you will know the right process of applying the graphics. You won’t have any major problems if you follow the instructions to the letter. Check if there are bubbles, raised areas, tears, or wrinkles. Use an air releasing tool to let the air out, and the squeegee to smooth the wrap out. Carefully trim any excess vinyl using a scalpel. The entire installation process takes about an hour. Allow your vehicle to sit for about 24 hours to make sure that the vinyl has adhered completely to the surface.
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