For those who don’t know what Vinyl Wrap is?
An extremely cost effective way to change the entire aesthetic of your vehicle as well as add a layer of protection. Vinyl wrapping has the ability to do colors and looks that are extremely hard to achieve via paint, while at the same time not compromising the OEM finish.
There are many premium manufacturers that produce high quality vinyl and also other companies that put out subpar films. We only use the best here at The Lab North America such as:
- Platinum Wrapping Films
- Avery Dennison
- 3m
- Inozetek
- KPMF
- Teckwrap
- Hexis
VINYL TYPES
Every Film has its own class and is a different type of film. We normally break these down into three options:
- Calendered – is a type of vinyl material that has been processed through a series of heated rollers to create a smooth, flat, and glossy surface. It is commonly used in the production of vinyl graphics, decals, banners, and signage. Calendered vinyl is often considered to be less durable than cast vinyl, but it is also less expensive and easier to handle during the production process.
- Cast – is a type of vinyl material that is produced by casting liquid vinyl onto a release liner. Unlike calendered vinyl, which is created by heating and pressing vinyl sheets through rollers, cast vinyl has a more flexible and conformable nature, making it ideal for use in applications where curves and complex shapes are required. Cast vinyl is often considered to be more durable and higher quality than calendered vinyl, but it is also typically more expensive. Cast vinyl is commonly used for producing vehicle wraps, wall graphics, and high-end signs and banners.
- Hybrid – A hybrid vinyl wrap is a type of vehicle wrap that combines the best characteristics of both cast and calendered vinyl. It is made by layering a cast vinyl material with a calendered vinyl material. The cast vinyl layer provides the conformability and durability, while the calendered vinyl layer provides a smooth, glossy finish. This combination of properties makes hybrid vinyl an excellent choice for vehicle wraps that require both conformability and durability, as well as a high-quality, attractive finish. Additionally, hybrid vinyl wraps are typically more affordable than using cast vinyl alone, making it a popular choice for many wrap professionals.
VINYL BRANDS
We are starting off with our most exclusive Film.
Platinum Wrapping Films
has been changing the wrap world for the last 10 years. They are the definition of INNOVATIVE colors and a PREMIUM FILM.
Technical Specs:
Film Type: Multi-layered cast PVC
Thickness (without protective liner and adhesive):Approximately 110 μm
INOZETEK.
Inozetek started in 2019 with a big mission in mind.With their super-gloss line and midnight colors Inzoetek has some of the best looking finishes available on the market. Amost to no orange peel in the finishes They look great and are smooth to the touch. They have a wonderful color palette and are always releasing new colors.
Technical Specs:
Film Type: Vinyl, Composite Material (Cast / Calendar)
Thickness (without protective liner and adhesive):3.7 – 5.0 mil (depending on color choice)
AVERY DENNISON.
Avery Dennison Supreme WrappingTM Film combines style with performance, versatility and easy-to-apply convenience. For a wrapping film that combines supreme performance and application speed, look no further. This film combines color, texture, and clear protective layers, providing a smooth finish that’s both durable and dazzling.
Technical Specs:
Film Type: Cast Vinyl Film
Thickness: 3.2 mil (80 µm) to 4.7 mil (119 µm) high gloss, satin or matte cast film
3M
Personalize and protect your car with pride. 3M has a huge color palette 3M Wrap Film Series 1080 are long-term, removable, dual cast films designed for solid colour passenger vehicle detailing, decoration and full wraps and provide excellent opacity to hide high-contrast surfaces
Technical Specs:
Film Type: Cast Vinyl Film
Thickness: Value for 1080-M12 given; other films may vary Without adhesive: 90 microns With adhesive: 110 microns
KPMF
Kay Premium Marking Films (KPMF) has been manufacturing high quality self-adhesive vinyl films in South Wales, United Kingdom since 1991. Initially trading as Premium Marking Films (PMF) the company began operation in a modern 6,000m² purpose built factory designed for the production of high quality self-adhesive films. PMF’s market reputation was soon established as a supplier of quality films into the high end of the graphics and printing industry.
Technical Specs:
Film Type: Cast Vinyl Film
Thickness: 80-100 microns (depending on color)
TECKWRAP
TeckWrap began as a vision and passion of Charles Heidenreich from Baltimore, Maryland, the USA in 2012, and it had been developing fast since then. Today, our mission is to offer a wide variety of quality, affordable vinyl films with great outdoor life-expectancy. We strive to produce superior, high-grade calendered, and hybrid vinyl products, and we aim to make our films accessible to every price level of the wrapping community.
Technical Specs:
Film Type: High-Performance hybrid calendered self-adhesive film
Thickness: 100-130 microns
HEXIS
Hexis offer a wide range of conformable films dedicated to full or partial wraps. You can customise and protect vehicles or other objects. HEXIS specialises in cast PVC, PU and latex films. It also innovatively develops diferent range of products designed for professionals.
Techinical Specs:
Film Type: Cast Film
Thickness: 4.3 -8.3 mil (depending on color choice)
PICKING THE WRAP FOR YOU CAR
This is what it comes down to. What film are you going to get your vehicle wrapped. All the films listed have their own strengths and weaknesses. Some filmes have very little to no orange peel and have paint like finishes while offering less longevity. Other films might have more longevity but dont offer certain colors or finishes. With that being said we invite you to come in and stop by The Lab North America and have a consultation with one of Wrap installers and go over film choices and colors to see whats available for your vehicle. We also have a in-house graphic designer that can render up color changes and custom liveries.
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