Paint Protection Film is a thin, strong and clear layer of urethane that’s applied over your car’s paintwork. When properly applied, it’s virtually invisible, providing tough and shiny protection for the original paintwork underneath. PPF protects a vehicle’s factory finish from chips, scratches, abrasions and environmental damage. Modern PPF has a useful self-healing element, with minor scratches and abrasions being removed by ambient heat from sunlight or even a car’s engine as the film ‘melts’ over itself. PPF is also hydrophobic, so it looks great when rain ‘beads’ and makes washing and cleaning much easier.
PPF was first invented to protect military equipment and aircraft, but since the 1990s, it has been developed and improved for use on cars. In places like Reading, with congested roads, car parks and all the vagaries of the British weather – all of which can take their toll on a car’s exterior – PPF can offer peace of mind and long-lasting value. When high-quality material is applied to high standards by an experienced installer (like AutoProtek!) it can be in place for as much as a decade, without peeling or discolouration.
As the biggest town and commercial centre in the Thames Valley, as well as one of the most congested towns in England. Busy roads and a growing population mean there’s more risk of damaging your car’s paint. Whether at The Oracle, the railway station or the University, car parks in Reading are hotspots for scrapes and knocks. Then there’s construction dust, iron chips and brake pad debris in traffic, loose stones and debris on the M4, bird droppings from the trees on London Road and the road salt in winter.
All these factors make Reading a far from ideal place to preserve flawless paintwork on a car. But choosing paint protection film in Reading can protect your car from all of these hazards. From shielding against scratches from shirt buttons and jewellery to making bird droppings easy to wash off, PPF gives your car an ever-present layer of protection. Whether it’s in the busy roads in the town centre, the motorway, suburban streets or the lanes of rural Berkshire, PPF can make a meaningful difference to how your car looks after a few years of these challenges!
There is a wide range of vehicles in Reading, from executive saloons and family SUVs to luxury cars and high-performance exotica. Whether you’re driving a Mazda, a Mercedes or a McLaren, the advantages of applying car PPF in Reading are the same. However, the benefits of PPF are magnified for premium vehicles, with high-grade and lustrous paint finishes and where the aesthetic appearance is part of the appeal. Exotic paint finishes are not only more expensive to repair or rejuvenate than those found on mass-market cars, but poor paintwork will have a larger negative effect on the value of the car.
But you don’t have to own a supercar to benefit from PPF. More and more everyday drivers, like those on the streets of Reading, are choosing to protect their cars to save time cleaning, avoid costly repairs and maintain their car’s value as much as possible.
Auto Protek has nearly 20 years of experience installing PPF, with satisfied customers across Berkshire, Hampshire, Surrey and the rest of the UK. We were the first installer in the UK to be certified by Xpel, one of the world’s leading PPF manufacturers, and we’ve continued to seek out and work with the best brands and varieties of PPF. Our experience has shown that some varieties of PPF work better in some applications than others, and we can now offer the best
Our skilled technicians, digital pattern database, high-tech cutting equipment and specialised installation booths mean that we can ensure a seamless and nearly invisible finish.
Our workshop is only a 35-minute drive from Reading, so we can offer fast, convenient and professional paint protection film for Reading residents. Our tailored packages range from full-body coverage to those that just cover the most vulnerable areas of your car, so you can get the best product for your needs and budget.
We understand that every car and every owner is different, but that for every owner their car is special. We take pride in offering a personalised service. If you’re in Reading, searching for ‘car paint protection film near me’ and want a trusted local provider with a national reputation, then come to Auto Protek
Whether you’re looking to preserve a showroom shine, protect a valuable investment or just make life easier when it comes to washing your car, PPF is the solution.
Contact Auto Protek today to learn more about our car PPF in Reading services. Our friendly and expert team is ready to answer your questions, provide expert advice and produce a no-obligation quote.
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