Stone Tec Paint Protection Films Installation Process
Stone Tec Paint Protection Films is an invisible protective layer so the imperfections and contaminants need to be removed from the paint before installing Stone Tec Paint Protection Films.
Generally there are 5 main steps when it comes to installing Stone Tec paint protection Films.
Step 1 – Clean and prepare the surface of vehicle
Installation process starts with an extensive wash and exterior detailing
It is important to make sure that the surface of the car is absolutely clean and
Free of dust particles you can use clay bar to ensure the surface of your vehicle
Is Free of especially stubborn contaminants
In case if stubborn contaminants is highly the surface should really be
Compounded and polished to remove any imperfections before installing Stone Tec Paint Protection Films
Step 2 – Cut Stone Tec Paint Protection Films material into sections
Once the car is prepped the installer will cut Stone Tec Paint Protection Films Material for an installation
They will install in sections, such as a hood, rocker panels, quarter panel, Side mirrors, door, or other section
After they have cut the film they will line it up and prepare for installation.
Step 3 – Use An Activator Solution
Installing Stone Tec paint protection Films requires an activator which is called a fitting solution. This allows Stone Tec paint protection Films to activate a glue substance which is what causes it to stick to the surface of the paintwork the fitting solution can range from simple water to a soapy like substance.
For the installation of stone tec paint protection film, several mixtures can be used. They have different characteristics and effects as follows
• Water
Doesn’t soften adhesive the adhesive stays active Water is not recommended when stone tec paint protection film is installed on large surfaces, because there is a risk of complete adhesion.
• Soap mixture
Soap mixture is a mixture of liquid soap and water in the following proportion, 15 parts of soap with 100 parts of water. It’s essential that the soap's PH is 0 (zero). The soap mixture softens adhesive; the films slides on a surface. Stone Tec Paint Protection Film is more comfortable to be installed and formed; air and water bubbles can be moved out easily.
3 . Alcohol mixture
Alcohol mixture is a mixture of 99% alcohol and water in the following proportion 1 parts of alcohol and 3 parts of water This liquid activates adhesive and strengthens its adhesion with a surface.
Step 4 – Fitting Stone Tec Paint Protection Films
This is the most important step and where having a trained professional doing the work comes in handy when it’s applied. The process of installing Stone Tec Paint Protection Films involves a series of spraying – squeegee
begins Paint Protection Film is installed using a wet Installation method first the surface of the car is generously sprayed with Installation gel or soap solution after that each piece of the material is also Sprayed and applied to the panel the spray solution activates the adhesive and Allows for an easier movement and placement of the film and moving When it’s in the right position, the installer will use the squeegee to remove bubbles or creases in the film.
Step 5 Drying Stage
Once all of the pieces are installed and all bubbles and creases are removed the car is left inside for a 12 hour curing Process to ensure everything dries and the adhesive cures properly.
General recommendations
It’s recommended to use hard polyurethane squeegees for larger surfaces and softer Teflon squeegees for bending of vinyl edges. Any tool used for application must be with proper edges and must be kept clean. The edges on the toll must be sharp.
The cleanliness and quality of water directly affect the quality of installation. The water sprayer should also be kept clean.
One can damage any film with uneven stretching The film should be stretched evenly and properly. It should be stretched when it’s already on the surface. It shouldn’t be lifted when stretched. When lifted, the material absorbs heat faster and there is a risk of uneven stretching.
It’s recommended to use alcohol mixture with clean water to achieve stronger adhesion.
The protective layer of PPF should be pulled off right before installation.
The surface of PPF should be moistened with liquid Soap mixture during installation to prevent the film from scratching
