Covering the hood with a protective anti-gravel film in Moscow-IDWrap

Gravel hits the front bumper and hood the most. Therefore, it is these elements that need to be protected first. The solution that immediately comes to mind is a variety of protective films. But they d O

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Various “fly swatters”, that is, visors on the edge of the hood, are not only non-standard equipment, but can also damage the paint more than chips - because sand accumulates under them, acting as an abrasive. The aesthetics of such “decorations” are also questionable.

It is better to use modern means. For example, “Liquid Case” from . It is designed to temporarily protect the body, as well as other elements of the car from chips and scratches. It can be useful when driving, on long trips, when driving off-road, on gravel roads, and for preserving car elements. A 500 ml jar costs about 500 rubles.

We tested the new product on the editorial Lada Vesta. It is already full of small “scars”. But we don’t want to see new ones.

Methods for protecting the body from minor damage

The hood of a car is most susceptible to damage, since it bears most of the load and negative third-party phenomena (strikes from branches, stones flying out from under the wheels, strong gusts of wind, etc.). Therefore, it is the hood that needs to be protected from chips and other defects in the paintwork.

There are various ways to protect the hood from chips, scratches and geometry violations. The most effective option is to install protective moldings and use parking radars. But such methods introduce significant changes to the design and are not always convenient, so not all car owners prefer to choose them.

Preparation and application

To apply the “Liquid Cover”, you need to thoroughly wash and dry the car, stock up on degreaser, a clean cloth, and a new soft brush (at least 50 mm wide). A can is enough for an area of up to one and a half square meters when applied in three layers. Layers need to dry for 20 minutes.

You can also work outdoors, but only in calm weather, at temperatures from +15°C to +25°C, and not in direct sunlight.

It is necessary to degrease the body, trying to remove all dirt. The composition is viscous, you need to apply it quickly, taking as little as possible. To make the coating look neater, it is better to alternate the direction of the layers: “paint” the hood along, then across and again along. If the composition gets on the headlights or radiator grill, it’s not a big deal: the drips can be easily removed when the “Liquid Cover” hardens.

If you separate the treated area from the untreated area with masking tape, take it as a conditional boundary, apply the composition before the tape, and not on it. Otherwise, when you remove the tape, the edge of the film will rise.

Hood protection with anti-gravel films

covering the hood with anti-gravel film has become increasingly popular . In this case, a thin layer of special polyurethane or vinyl material is applied to the paintwork, which prevents the appearance of scratches, cracks, chips and minor irregularities in geometry.

Since each car has a unique body shape, special patterns are used armor the hood with film They allow you to make a film pattern for any modern car, depending on the features of its body. But there are standard patterns for the hood in the form of strips 15-20 cm wide. They are used to cover those areas that are most susceptible to damage.

Automotive protective film

This is the most expensive method of protection. But at the same time, the protective film reliably and for a long time protects the car from scratches, chips, and abrasion damage.

Vinyl film is also decorative. It is less durable, cheaper and easier to use. Anti-gravel protection is more expensive, but can also protect you from minor accidents. Its density and thickness are much greater than vinyl film.

The film is usually applied to body parts that are most susceptible to damage from flying stones and coarse sand. The hood is the most vulnerable part of the body in this sense.

Materials used

Anti-gravel protection of the hood is carried out using special films that have increased strength and density. For these purposes, different types of films are used:

Why should you choose hood armoring with film?

A high-quality film for the hood of a car guarantees resistance to wear, durability of the paintwork, and also has the following functions.

Providing simpler body care, namely, washing, polishing, and waxing are easy and simple.
High-quality hood protection with film serves to prevent chipping of the paintwork. The film material guarantees the integrity of the paint and eliminates damage during operation.
A reliable anti-gravel film on the hood protects the vehicle from premature wear.
Uniform protection of the hood from chipping with film, as well as all body elements with film material, preserving color.
Excellent technical characteristics of the material - increased resistance to color loss, transmission of UV rays, which ensures uniform fading of the paint, so that subsequently the part of the car that was covered with film will not differ from the rest in color.
If the hood is covered with film, there is no need for any subsequent care or specialized maintenance.

The price for such a service as film on the hood is low, but the cost of the car increases when sold. All thanks to the high level of vehicle security.

Anti-gravel protection of car body in Moscow

If you want to cover your hood with film to protect it from scratches and chips, you can contact our IDWrap company in Moscow.

We have extensive experience in wrapping cars with protective films (the experience of our craftsmen is 5 years or more), so we carry out everything with the highest possible quality. For their work, our craftsmen use consumables from global manufacturers, which guarantees the most reliable protection against mechanical shocks.

Our company values our customers’ time, so each craftsman tries to cover the hood with film in the shortest possible time without losing the quality of the work. As for the cost of the services provided, the price we offer is one of the most profitable and affordable in the capital, and all thanks to a loyal and competent pricing policy. Check prices here.

To place an order and consult with a specialist, contact us by phone 89257880100 or via chat in the lower right corner of the page.

Deflectors

From the name it is clear that this device changes the aerodynamic properties of the body, as a result of which small pebbles, sand and insects simply go around it without touching the paintwork. The deflectors are installed on the front part of the hood and are some kind of shields that change the streamlining coefficient. They are inexpensive and easy to install. The disadvantage of such devices is that dust, dirt and water can accumulate under the shields, causing corrosion. But if you wash the car regularly, including under the deflectors, then the paint will retain its brightness for a long time.

Necessary equipment

To achieve maximum effect, professional equipment and tools are used to protect the hood and bumper from chipping with film:

knives (professional) for various purposes;
cutting tapes - allow you to carefully cut the material without damaging the surface of the car, saving time;
rollers and squeegees - make it easier and faster to work with any type of protective fabric;
suction cups and magnets serve to fix the material on the hood, simplifying work without an assistant;
Heat hair dryers - designed for heating small areas. The film stretches quickly and adheres more effectively;
spray guns - used for spraying various products necessary for working with upholstery material.

Please note: polish or wax is applied by hand. When using the machine - at low speeds. This avoids surface overheating.

Rating of the TOP 10 best protective films for cars against chips

The rating of the best automotive products includes the following models:

SunTek.
PremiumShield.
Hexis.
Never Scratch.
Hogomaku PRO.
3M.
Solarnex.
Oraguard.
G-Suit.
KPMF.

Let's take a closer look at the range presented.

SunTek

The product in question is a transparent material that is glued to the vehicle body. One of the names of the film “anti-gravel” speaks for itself: the material protects the paintwork and the body itself from chips, cracks, mechanical influences, including minor accidents, gravel, corrosion and other negative influences. Suntek is a thermoplastic polymer produced using aliphatic resins. Car wraps also give them an attractive shine and appearance.

Manufacturer country	USA
Operating temperature	-50 to +160 °C
Thickness	203 µm
Life time	more than 10 years

Price category: from 5000 to 6800 rubles per roll.

absence of yellowing and peeling during operation;
protection from tangential impacts while driving or parking, sandblasting and stone impacts;
wide range of temperatures at which polymerization of the adhesive layer is possible (from -50 to +160 °C);
reliable and uniform fit to a smooth surface.

not detected.

Well, I’m really delighted with the film; at least the price was paid off by the quality, and this is clear the first time. Initially, I only glued the front part of the car, but after seeing the result, I decided to do the work on the entire body. It fits perfectly, does not bubble, and visually this product is completely invisible on the body. I recently got into a minor accident, not a scratch on the hood. Thanks to the manufacturer, I recommend it.

protective film for cars SunTek

PremiumShield

PremiumShield is able to isolate your vehicle's paintwork from the outside world. The pasted elements are protected from chipping, scratches, the harmful effects of chemicals, bird droppings and other aggressors that negatively affect the condition of the paintwork. When applied correctly, the product remains completely invisible on the vehicle.

Manufacturer country	USA
Operating temperature	from +1 to +42 °C
Thickness	220 µm
Life time	5 years

Price tag: from 2500 to 4000 rubles per roll.

resistance to damaging ultraviolet rays;
excellent flexibility (suitable for application on surfaces with complex shapes and curves);
resistance to chemical and mechanical influences (gravel impacts).

small operating temperature range (from +1 to +42 °C).

This product is the only correct solution for protecting the paint surface of a car available on the market. Easily provides protection from everyday traces of car use, such as scratches, chips, aggressive chemicals, etc. I have been using it for 3 years, I have never removed it, much less changed it. I am completely satisfied, so I can confidently recommend it to you.

protective film for cars PremiumShield

Hexis

The presented model is designed to protect the car from small chips of the paintwork, insects, scratches, washing brushes, etc. It also protects the car body, sills, front and rear bumpers, mirrors from insects and other damage. Excellent scratch protection. The service life depends on the surface on which the film was applied, on the preparation before application, external factors, as well as the frequency and method of cleaning.

Country of Origin	France
Temperature Range	-40 to +90 °C
Thickness	155 µm
Term of use	from 5 to 10 years

Cost: from 4500 to 7000 rubles per roll.

convenient size of anti-gravel material (rolls 1.22, 1.52 and 0.61 m wide);
does not turn yellow even after 7 years of use;
high tensile strength (visible damage can be avoided in minor accidents).

not detected.

Cool product, I definitely recommend it. I've been using this film for over 4 years now, no scratches, no yellow spots, marketable appearance and shine. The price, of course, is not cheap for the entire body, but believe me, the quality is worth it. After the accident, the body is intact and undamaged. Thanks to the manufacturers, I recommend it.

protective film for cars Hexis

Never Scratch

A distinctive feature of this product from its analogues is the presence of an additional layer of pressed polyurethane. It has excellent gloss, similar to that of the original paintwork. With a thickness of 215 microns, the product is capable of transmitting sunlight by 100%. This factor does not allow the car’s paintwork to fade more than on the area treated with this armor film.

Manufacturer country	Korea
Operating temperature	-20 to +40 °C
Thickness	345 µm
Life time	5 years

Price tag: from 7,000 to 11,686 rubles per roll.

self-healing property is provided;
the gloss of the car increases;
The 5-year warranty applies to any operating conditions of the vehicle (the protective qualities do not deteriorate over time).

not found.

The budget is lost in large quantities, however, the quality is evident. I've been using it for a year and a half, I even survived an accident without scratches or chips. The headlights are in place, shining like new, the body is in perfect condition. I definitely recommend it, it's worth the price.

protective film for cars Never Scratch

Hogomaku PRO

A new product on the Russian market is polyurethane anti-gravel body protection film from the Japanese company Hogomaku. Its thickness is only 165 microns, while the material effectively copes with the protective function. Experts pay attention to the high strength index, so no scratches or chips will appear on the paintwork. The trick is its self-healing ability; small scratches and chips heal over time. There is water and dust repellent ability, thanks to which the body remains clean for a long time.

How to stick film on the hood of a car, instructions

Most often, a new car is covered, but if the vehicle has already been used, then scratches and chips are removed.

After the preparatory work, the following sequence of actions occurs:

Fitting is done and a good position is selected. The film is marked and cut.

Cutting films for the hood and bumper
The material is being cut. A small margin is added to the required size.
The protective material is laid out on the hood and the backing is removed.
A soap solution is applied to fix the film web.
A hairdryer activates the adhesive.
Carefully remove bubbles from under the anti-gravel coating.
The excess is leveled and trimmed.
Remaining bubbles are removed with a syringe.
The surface is wiped with a rag or fiber cloth.
The pasted element dries completely after 24 hours.

Important to know: The film must be dried at the same temperature as when gluing it.