Frequently asked questions.

It helps keep your paint looking great, significantly reduces paint chips and bug damage, and protects your investment — saving you money on costly repaints down the road.

3M Paint Protection Film is a durable, high-grade, colorless urethane film applied to high-impact areas of your vehicle that take the brunt of damaging road debris. It's transparent and nearly invisible, and does not alter your vehicle's looks.

Yes. The film is constructed of thermoplastic urethane covered by a clear coat layer. Both layers contain UV protectants that counteract the harmful ultraviolet rays that cause yellowing.

If the film is properly applied to a fully cured painted vehicle, it can be removed — usually in one piece — without damaging the paint surface beneath.

Stretch marks where the film is stretched past its threshold, excessive gaps at body edges due to poor pattern design or misalignment, and air or water bubbles that don't go away due to improper squeegee technique or dust under the film.

Any repainted surfaces should be professionally painted and fully cured before applying PPF. Tube touch-up paint covered with PPF may peel off when the film is later removed.

Avoid washing the vehicle for 3–4 days after install so the film cures. After that, regular washing presents no problem and no special care is needed.

Yes. Some wax may build up along the film edges and can easily be wiped off with a soft cloth once dry. Do not use waxes containing dyes or waxes not recommended for urethanes. Avoid abrasive polishes and rubbing compounds.

We recommend a plastic cleaner called Plexus, used after washing, to keep the film shiny and dust free.

Technicians trained and certified by 3M & XPEL, the best films available (3M Scotchgard Paint Protection Film & XPEL), the best warranties (5-year 3M, 10-year XPEL), computer-designed kits for exact fit, and over 60,000 kits available.

We're a certified applicator that can help you choose which vehicle components benefit most from PPF, and we have the know-how to install the film to exact factory specifications. The result looks better and lasts longer.

In most cases, your new 3M Window Film carries a lifetime warranty against peeling, cracking, bubbling and delamination. Commercial Window Films carry a 15-year lifetime warranty.

No. 3M Prestige is nearly invisible and blocks 97.7% of infrared heat — the heat you can actually feel.

Each state has its own tinting laws. We'll educate you on every option so you can make the best decision for your needs while staying compliant.

Yes. Our Color Stable and Crystalline films block up to 97% of infrared heat. Charleston heat can make leather seats feel like they're on fire — we'll help you pick the perfect film to keep your car cool, looking great, and protected from UV.

Most vehicles are completed in 2–3 hours. Larger or more complex vehicles may take longer — call or email for a specific estimate.

In most cases the film is applied to the inside so the material is protected from the elements. Our Bray windshield film is an exterior application designed to protect your factory windshield from sand pitting and rock chips. Some commercial and residential applications also require exterior installation.

SC law requires at least 27% VLT (Visible Light Transmission) on front side windows, rear side windows and back windows for passenger vehicles. We always quote SC-legal options.

No — our installers are trained to install over rear defrosters without damaging the lines.

Dyed is the most affordable and blocks light but minimal heat. Carbon blocks more heat and won't fade. Ceramic is top tier — maximum heat & UV rejection without interfering with electronics.

Depending on the condition of the vehicle, anywhere from 2–5 days.

We recommend washing every two weeks with our ONR polymer wash.

Ceramic coatings reduce micro-scratches that come from cleaning your car. If you want protection from impact scratches, look at our paint protection films.

Coatings range from $700 for a 2-year package to $2,500+ for full multi-layer Modesta or Gtechniq applications including paint correction.

Wrapping is the practice of partially or completely covering a vehicle with vinyl film. It's used to turn vehicles into mobile billboards or to change the color, texture and finish of personal vehicles.

First we need to see you and your car. We'll go over available colors and product warranties, then complete a vehicle assessment to set realistic expectations.

Most wraps take about one to two weeks to complete. Timing varies depending on coverage and prep work.

Every job is different. Some customers want exterior only, others want full coverage. We'll go over every option in your consultation.

Material warranties typically run 1–3 years; cast vinyl can last 4–7 years. Garage-kept vehicles last significantly longer than ones stored outside. Adding a ceramic coating extends life considerably.

Wraps generate 30k–70k daily views (per TAB studies), last 3–5 years, protect the original paint without affecting resale, are cleanly removable and panel-level repairable, and offer exclusive (non-shared) advertising space.

Wraps are printed on cast or calendered vinyl. Cast vinyl is best for long-term use (4–7 years); calendered is best for short-term or flat surface wraps (3–5 years).

Complete wraps cover the entire vehicle including window perfs. Half wraps cover the sides and rear. Window-graphics-only and vinyl lettering/spot graphics are simpler, lower-cost options.

It depends. Stains set for 6+ months may not come out fully — we can usually improve them but not always remove them completely.

A full detail usually takes an entire day to complete and covers interior shampoo, exterior polymer wash and wax, leather, glass, wheels and trim.

An express detail takes about 5 hours and hits the essentials inside and out.

No — full details do not include paint correction. Our polymer wash and wax finish will make the paint shinier, but for true defect removal you'll want paint correction or a ceramic coating.

Yes — every premium film and coating we install carries the manufacturer's warranty, plus our own workmanship guarantee.

Nearly 20 years — serving the Charleston and Columbia regions since 2005.

We have four shops: Dorchester Road, the I-526 area, Mt. Pleasant on Highway 17, and West Ashley.

Most installs happen at one of our four shops. We do offer mobile service for commercial and residential window film jobs.