How can we protect against stone chips?

How To Avoid Stone Chips

1. Apply Paint Protection Film.
2. Avoid Following Vehicles Closely.
3. Keep Your Distance From Big Vehicles.
4. Avoid Vehicles With Loose Loads.
5. Avoid Country Roads.

Can you PPF over stone chips?

Whilst a PPF won’t stop a large stone from high speed damaging your vehicle, it will keep it protected from general stone chips and everyday wear and tear.

Is PPF good for cars?

PPF is considered a really durable coating which can withstand a lot of punishment and is probably one the strongest ones out there. It can protect your car paint from a decent amount of damage varying from physical impacts like rock chips and scratches to chemical like acid rain.

What is 3M paint protection?

3M™ Paint Protection Film 8591 is a transparent adhesive film for protecting automotive surfaces from scratches, corrosion, abrasion and wear. It features a 12 mil die-cuttable polyurethane base, tested for resistance to weathering, stains, shrinkage and elongation.

Does paint protection stop stone chips?

High gloss and virtually invisible to the naked eye, Tint a Car’s Paint Protection Film shields your car from the damages of everyday driving. It’s the ultimate defense against stone chips, scratches and scrapes!

Why do I keep getting stone chips?

Stones chips They are most common on motorways and are caused by little rocks, gravel and road debris flicked backwards from the tyres of cars and vehicles in front of you. Due to the high speeds of these little stones, they often leave very deep dings in your car paintwork, most typically on the car bonnet or bumpers.

Why does PPF cost so much?

Certain vehicles have really complex panels, curves and contours. PPF installation is very difficult, time consuming, very intricate, and costly. The complexity of your vehicle is definitely a huge factor when it comes to pricing.

Does PPF protect against door dings?

Paint protection film blocks harmful UV rays that fade paint, prevents most rock chips and scratches, door dings and dents won’t scratch the paint and swirls on dark cars are a thing of the past thanks to self-healing!

Which is better PPF or ceramic coating?

Ceramic Coatings are a much more permanent solution. The PPF offers optimum protection from rock chip damage and scratches while Ceramic Coating over the top will provide glossiness, hydrophobicity and cleaning ease.

Is PPF really worth?

While it is difficult to compare a market-linked product with a fixed income one, investment in PPF is recommended for absolutely risk-averse individuals. Investors who are willing to take a moderate risk to earn higher returns can invest in mutual funds.

How long does 3M paint protection film last?

10 years
The 3M comprehensive warranty for Scotchgard paint protection film pro series is valid for 10 years from the date of installation and covers against defects, yellowing, bubbling and cracking.

Can you do paint protection yourself?

Can Car Owners Apply the Protection Themselves? 3domwraps explains that if you are on the fence about the paint protection, you may wonder if you can do it yourself to save money. The short answer is, it is not safe. These are extremely strong chemicals that are applied by trained professionals.