The Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
Will Scotchgard™ Paint Protection Film harm the painted surface if
the film is removed?
A. If the film is properly applied to a fully cured painted vehicle, it
can be removed, usually in one piece,
without damaging paint surfaces beneath the film.
Q. Can Scotchgard™ Paint Protection Film be
applied over a vehicle that has had the paint touched up?
A. 3M recommends that any repainted surfaces on your vehicle be professionally
painted and fully cured
before applying paint protection film. If you have touched up scratches
or chips with a tube of "touch-up"
paint and then apply paint protection film over it, the film will protect
that area until it is removed. If the
paint protection film is removed, it is possible that the area around
the non-professional touch-up paint
could peel off.
Q. Will the paint smear if Scotchgard™ Paint
Protection Film is applied over a newly painted vehicle?
A. The paint on a newly painted vehicle must be cured according to manufacturer's
recommendations.
Your body shop should be able to provide you with this information.
Q. Can you paint or apply a clearcoat over the Scotchgard™
Paint Protection Film?
A. No, this is not recommended and is at your own risk. 3M film is supplied
with an OEM-approved
clearcoat which is not formulated to be over-printed, painted or clearcoated.
Q. Can I cover the whole vehicle with Scotchgard™
Paint Protection Film?
A. It is possible, but the application would be difficult and expensive.
This product is really intended
for the most vulnerable areas of the vehicle.
Q. Can Scotchgard™ Paint Protection Film be
applied over graphics?
A. The clear film will not interfere with vinyl or painted graphics and
is designed to match the gloss levels
of today's automotive factory clearcoat paint systems, providing virtually
invisible protection. However,
if the Scotchgard™ Paint Protection Film is removed, damage may occur
to the underlying graphic during
the removal process.
Q. Can Scotchgard™ Paint Protection Film be
used on headlights, foglights or windshields?
A. No, it does not meet the Department of Transportation's standards for
optical clarity.
Q. Does Scotchgard™ Paint Protection Film stick
to painted bumpers?
A. Yes.
Q. Does Scotchgard™ Paint Protection Film stick
to painted plastic?
A. Yes.
Q. Can Scotchgard™ Paint Protection Film be used on boats or other
watercraft?
A. Yes. Marine requirements are different than automotive, so it is important
to contact 3M's
Marine Trades Division for information on these applications. For specific
information, please call 3M
Marine at 1-877-366-2746 for assistance.
Q. Can Scotchgard™ Paint Protection Film be
used on aircraft?
A. Aircraft requirements are completely different than automotive, so
it is important to contact 3M's
Aerospace Division for information on these applications. Please call
1-888-364-3577 for assistance
or email the Aerospace Division directly on www.3M.com/us/auto_marine_aero/contact/.
Q. Can Scotchgard™ Paint Protection Film to
used for signs?
A. The film would probably stick, but you would need to test any specific
application. 3M has no specific
testing data for signs, so no warranty can be offered.
Q. Does Scotchgard™ Paint Protection Film resist
yellowing?
A. Yes, it resists yellowing because the film is constructed of thermoplastic
urethane, a tough,
conformable material that is covered by a clear coat layer. The film and
clear coat layers contain
UV protectants to counteract harmful ultraviolet rays that can cause yellowing.
Q. Does Scotchgard™ Paint Protection Film come
in colors?
A. Scotchgard™ Paint Protection Film is available only as a clear
film. This feature makes the film virtually
invisible while protecting the beauty of your vehicle.
Q. How is Scotchgard™ Paint Protection Film maintained?
A. Once applied, refrain from washing the vehicle in an automated car
wash for 24 hours. Washing after
that time presents no problem, and no special care need be taken for the
film.
Q. Can I use wax over Scotchgard™ Paint Protection
Film?
A. Yes. When waxing the vehicle, some wax may build up along the film
edges. This can easily
be removed when dry with a soft brush such as an old toothbrush. Do not
use any waxes containing
dyes or waxes that are not recommended for urethanes. Abrasive polishes
and/or rubbing compounds are
not to be used.
Q. What products does 3M recommend to best maintain
Scotchgard™ Paint Protection Film?
A. 3M makes a variety of products to help maintain the beauty of your
vehicle. 3M™ Car Wash Soap
(3M Part #39000), 3M™ Show Car Paste Wax (3M Part #39526 and 3M™
Perfect-It Show Car Liquid
Wax (3M Part #39026). The best surface cloth to use is the 3M™ Perfect-IT™
III Detailing Cloth
(3M Part #39016) since others may scratch the surface of the film.
Q. How is Scotchgard™ Paint Protection Film removed?
A. If desired, film can be removed at any time by picking up a corner
of the film and pulling the film
off the vehicle surface at a 90-degree angle. If the film has been present
a long time, or if the film and
vehicle are cold, a heat gun or hair dryer may be used to soften the adhesive,
allowing easier removal.
If anyadhesive remains on the vehicle after removal of the film, it can
be removed by using 3M™ General
Purpose Adhesive Cleaner (3M Part #08984), according to the package directions.
Q. If Scotchgard™ Paint Protection Film is removed from the vehicle,
can it be re-used?
A. Once the film has been applied and set, the adhesive will not stick
a second time.
Q. After Scotchgard™ Paint Protection Film
has been removed, how do I get any excess adhesive
off my vehicle? A. If any adhesive remains
on the vehicle after removal of the film, it can be removed by
using 3M™ General Purpose Adhesive Cleaner (3M Part #08984), according
to the package directions.
Q. What if Scotchgard™ Paint Protection Film is installed incorrectly?
A. Contact your Scotchgard™ Paint Protection Film Professional Applicator
immediately.
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