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Factory paint is applied through atomisation, so it lands as a thin, uneven layer that often varies in thickness across the panel. Paint protection film is different: a uniform urethane sheet bonded over that paint, engineered to absorb and spread the force of a chip instead of letting it cut through. That's why we focus film on the areas that cop the most stones: the bonnet, front bumper and mirrors.
Paint protection film
Straight answers from the Unique Tints team, protecting cars on the North Shore since 2004. Still unsure? Call 09 950 6555 or request a quote below.
Is PPF worth it on a new car?
Yes, especially if it'll see motorway driving. PPF stops stone chips on fresh paint, and light scratches in the top layer heal with heat. New is the best time, before the first chips.
How long does it take to fit PPF?
Same day to about a week, depending on coverage. Door edges, headlights or a few panels can be done same day. Full front or full body takes longer.
How long does PPF last?
Typically 3 to 7 years, depending on where the car lives and how it's looked after.
Ceramic coating or PPF: which is better?
Neither; they do different jobs and work well together. PPF is a tangible film, around 200 microns thick, that shields your paint from stone chips, scratches and daily wear. A ceramic coating is a liquid resin only a few microns thick that bonds to your clear coat. It won't stop a stone chip, but it adds gloss and a hydrophobic finish, so washing is easier.