Wrap FAQs

Absolutely. The wrap is attached to the vehicle using heat and pressure-sensitive adhesives that can be reactivated by our installers.

Yes, we can have meetings with you over the phone and all images and mockups would be provided to you via email for your approval. We have a network of installers set up across the U.S.

Generally, a vehicle wrap can stay on between 5 to 7 years depending on how it’s treated.

PLEASE WAIT AT LEAST 3 WEEKS AFTER INSTALLATION BEFORE WASHING THE VEHICLE. We highly recommend you NOT pressure wash the vehicle after installation of the vinyl. Some pressure washers can potentially lift up the vinyl because of improper water pressure. It’s always best to hand wash vehicle wraps with a mild dish detergent like Dawn in order to get the most life out of them.

PLEASE WAIT AT LEAST 3 WEEKS AFTER INSTALLATION BEFORE WASHING THE VEHICLE. We recommend wraps to be hand washed with a mild dish detergent like Dawn to maintain life expectancy. Wraps can go through a car wash, but the longevity of the wrap may be compromised. High pressure washers and harsh chemicals should be avoided. 

Yes. All vehicles have to be free of dust, mud, pollen, and other agents that may slow down the installation process. Vehicles need to be cleaned and dried 24 hours prior to the installation.

They are not. Paint protection films are normally clear and designed to withstand impacts to protect the vehicle’s paint finish. Vinyl wraps are made to change the appearance of whatever they’re applied to. Wraps do provide a protective layer over paint, shielding it from UV rays and harsh rains, but not necessarily wear and tear like rock chips.

Banner track systems are ideal for completely flat surfaces that require regular display changes and can help save on production and installation expenses. Wraps are much more commonly used and generally a better fit for most medium surfaces, especially if regular graphic replacements are not required.

We do NOT recommend wrapping wheels, especially for vehicles that will be driven on a daily basis. Because tires are so close to the road, they take a lot of abuse from flying debris and liquids that often causes the vinyl to fail. On very rare occasions, we will wrap wheels when we are already wrapping a vehicle, but we must see the wheels first in order to provide a quote.

Some shops actually specialize in wrapping racing helmets, but Picture This Wraps and Graphics does not offer this as a service. The more curvature an element has, the more difficult and time-consuming it is to apply. Because of this, it takes time away from our primary focus of specialty and commercial wraps

Installation normally takes between one and two days depending on how much coverage has to be applied.

No, not at all. In fact, a car wrap that is applied and removed correctly by a professional protects your paint job from minor scratches! The only way the paint on your vehicle could become damaged is if the paint was either already chipped/damaged upon installation of the wrap or if you applied a new coat of paint over the existing OEM paint.

Printed Window Perforation Film, more commonly referred to as “window perf,” is used when a window needs to be covered but still seen out of. Window perf vinyl is produced by punching out approximately half of the material in a consistent pattern of holes. Graphics are printed on the front side and the adhesive backside is darker in color, allowing you to easily see out through the graphic but not in, much like a regular window tint. Custom printed window perf is generally our go-to for most window coverage options and can be used on both vehicles and store fronts.

Every project has its own set of variables. Pricing is directly linked with square foot coverage, types of vinyl used, and the complication of the installation.

Because of the printing process and technology Picture This uses, there really isn’t any limitation to the size of wraps we can do. We have wrapped vehicles from golf carts to tour buses.

Yes, we can easily replace the damaged pieces or panels of your car wrap.

Yes. We will not print anything until you are completely satisfied with your design and have physically approved the design and color proof.

No, we can match almost any color of car wrap vinyl to any vehicle of any color. We will try to match the car’s current color as close as possible

While we can certainly wrap any rooftop you wish to have covered, typically commercial roofs are never fully wrapped. We generally install a 10 inch strip above the windows to give the appearance the roof is covered. Color change wraps often include the rooftop, especially on lower vehicles where the roof is easily seen.

We would love to help with any custom project you may have, but because we focus on larger wraps, we have a minimum invoice amount of $300. Therefore, we are not always the best fit for everyone’s smaller project needs like boat registration numbers, custom ice chests, and tumblers.

Yes, we can help with your light tinting needs. While we do not offer window tinting, we do work with custom light wrap films like Luxe. Luxe window film is available in a variety of colors and transparency options. It is applied much like vinyl and custom cut to fit your light’s casing. It is the customer’s choice of the level of transparency. NOTE: Picture This Wraps and Graphics is not liable for meeting any state law requirements.

Yes, we can help with your light tinting needs. While we do not offer window tinting, we do work with custom light wrap films like Luxe. Luxe window film is available in a variety of colors and transparency options. It is applied much like vinyl and custom cut to fit your light’s casing. It is the customer’s choice of the level of transparency. NOTE: Picture This Wraps and Graphics is not liable for meeting any state law requirements.

We offer reflective wraps. While this material is more expensive, nothing demands attention at night like a well done reflective vinyl wrap.

No, state laws prohibit wraps on both the front side windows and the windshield.

That is up to you, however, we generally recommend not wrapping the roof. In most cases the roof is never seen and not worth the extra cost to our clients. We usually install a 10″ strip of vinyl across the tops of the windows to give the illusion the roof is covered.

As long as the bumper is painted, the vinyl will adhere to it the same as a metal bumper.

Yes. Laminating helps the durability and longevity of your vehicle wrap. Picture This Advertising laminates every vehicle wrap to make sure you get the most life out of it.

Having your car or truck wrapped allows for unlimited graphics and a very custom look for your vehicle. Paint decreases the value of your vehicle and vinyl lettering often leaves “shadows” when removed. Wrapping your vehicle on factory paint can actually protect the paint, and auto dealerships actually prefer their leased vehicles be wrapped.

Picture This can print your logo, phone numbers, license or identification numbers, sponsors, etc. as overlays on the vinyl wrap, which can be removed and replaced as often as necessary.

We are happy to work with your budget and review all options to ensure you get the most for your dollar. You can do a partial wrap or even wrap just your windows. We can even design wraps to start out with just window perforated material and then add onto it as your business grows to make the wrap complete.

A 1/2 Wrap includes the entire rear of the vehicle and 1/2 way up the sides of the vehicle, and includes a hood logo. 3/4 Wrap includes the entire rear of the vehicle and 3/4 way up the vehicle, and includes a hood logo. Full Wrap includes the entire surface of the vehicle with NO roof being wrapped.

Vehicle emblems are normally removed in any case where a wrap will be applied. Removal techniques include heat guns, plastic razorblades, steamers, and fishing line. Emblem removals are included in the installation cost and are not an additional charge. Emblem removal must be done for a quality wrap installation because the vinyl cannot inlay in small, recessed areas well. We cannot promise the return of emblems because they break or melt during the removal process.

Anyone who would like to increase their company’s brand awareness and has access to a vehicle that can be transformed into a mobile billboard! The most common purchasers of commercial wraps are businesses that are on the road often on service calls or deliveries. Service companies such as HVAC, plumbing, restoration, pressure washers, electrical, landscape, painters, roofers, and the like generally receive the highest return on their commercial wrap investment.

For the most part, vinyl wraps are very durable. Most professional wraps have a 2 millimeter material with a 1.5 millimeter lamination overlay. When properly installed and cared for, they can withstand some pretty rough conditions and still come out looking great. Keep in mind that if the wrap is scratched with a sharp object like a tree branch, the vinyl may tear and bunch. Should this happen, your wrap can easily be repaired by our professionals with a heating torch. If needed, we can also do replacements of individual panels or small patch pieces to help fix damaged vinyl.

Yes, Picture This Wraps and Graphics has a solution for nearly any surface you wish to have covered. We utilize high-end IJ480CV3 printed vinyl for nearly all our exterior surface wrap installations. This material works especially well with brick, cement, stucco, and cinderblock. We also have special materials that allow us to wrap walkways, driveways, stairways, and even streets.