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At Wrapvehicles.co.uk we recommend hand washing your wrapped vehicle to ensure it lasts as long as it should. Jet washing can be carried out but is not recommend and can jeopardise your vehicle wraps warranty. All it takes is a ill advised valeter to jet wash your wrap too close or apply too much jet pressure to a join in the wrap and it can damage it and require a replacement piece of vinyl wrap. This is why we recommend hand washing for all of our vehicle wraps, no matter if we have installed them ourselves or a DIY installation has been made.
Wrapvehicles.co.uk recommends hand washing your wrapped vehicle to ensure it lasts as long as it should. Jet washing can be carried out but is not recommend and can jeopardise your vehicle wraps warranty
Washing a wrapped car can vary from whether you have installed the vinyl wraps yourself or had them professionally installed. Here at Wrapvehicles we recommend that you hand wash your vehicle if it has been professionally installed as this means you are unlikely to damage the wrap. However if you have purchased a DIY kit and carried out yourself then it may be beneficial to use a soft cloth, mild soap and water so long as you do not rub too hard or leave any streaks or smear marks, or apply too much pressure onto your vehicle.Your car wrap will last longer when you regularly wash your vehicle with a suitable car wash product. For vinyl wrap, we recommend using Croftgate USA's waterless car wash products which are specifically designed for use on wrapped cars. With a range of different cleaning products available, you'll be able to find one that suits your budget and needs.
Wrapping a car is an investment, and what you wash your wrap with can make a big difference to how long it lasts. Many of the products available from retailers or suppliers are not suitable for use on vinyl wraps, and can actually create swirls and damage to the protective layer. If you're looking to keep your car wrap looking its best, choosing only waterless car washes that have been specially formulated for vinyl wraps will help ensure it stays in tip top condition.
One of the most common questions we get asked is how to wash a vinyl wrapped car. It’s not as simple as it sounds – you need to think about not only the paint but also the vinyl wrap as well and treat it with appropriate care. We’re here to help!