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Every vehicle wrap has to eventually be removed. Two of the biggest challenges when removing
a vehicle wrap are adhesive residue and getting it to come in as few pieces as possible.
Using too much heat and pulling at the wrong angle are the most common mistakes made when
removing vinyl. This can cause the adhesive to delaminate leaving hard to clean residue
behind or cause the vinyl to tear and come off in small pieces.
We suggest heating the vinyl to no more than 50°C (120°F), a temperature often reached
simply by leaving the vehicle in the sun. Using a torch is a popular choice, but hot
spots will lead to delamination which leaves adhesive behind.
Pulling the vinyl at about a 15° - 20° angle gives you the best result. Spread your fingers
out putting even tension across the vinyl. Pull down with your second hand to add leverage
as the area you are removing becomes bigger.
As the edges of the heated area cool, stop pulling and begin the heating process again.
Using a heat gun allows you to heat a large area evenly. Door jambs and sharp contours
in the metal may require more heat as there are often support struts welded to the body
in these areas.
Try to remove each panel in one piece by working methodically from top to bottom, bottom to
top or side to side. This will help your removal job to go much quicker.
Temperature control and the correct angle of attack will lead to a clean and easy removal.
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