Well it has been awhile since I posted to this blog and thought i would blog about what has been happening of late.
We have changed the look of the site http://www.platinumpaintprotection.com a little to get up with the times and also not loose to much of what is working already... reasonably happy so far.
Also a couple of weeks back we finished a film shoot of a "How to" video about paint protection and paint restoration work which is something that we are looking at moving into.
Had Paul Marshall from Sydney fly in and Tony Altermera?(sorry for forgetting last name mate) fly in from Western Australia.
The shoot turned out great, from professional film production work and a cosy little studio that you wouldn't believe those two cars got into.
Hopefully when I get the photos back I can post some here.
So next up is packaging up the "how to DVD's" and growing the business bigger this year though we are nearly half way through already.
What I did learn is that you do not need to spend a lot of money to get decent work done.A few little contra deals, enrolling others into your vision(result) and get going.
You do not have to get it right moving forward is just as important I feel.
just my 2 penny's worth.
Cheers Alan
Thursday, May 6, 2010
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Saturday, February 6, 2010
Car Paint Protection Sealants & Saturday Nights
Think about protecting the exterior of your car and you immediately think about paint protection sealants. And as soon as you think about it, the astronomical cost associated with it usually comes to mind without delay. It’s a battle that ensues in your mind: cost versus worth. You know it will probably mean spending a couple of Saturday nights at home with the dog, but it will add worth to your current investment and slow the depreciation of its value. That is of course if you choose to get it done professionally. You might yet be able to avoid spoiling the dog with too much attention if you invest in a paint protection DIY kit (which we think is a good idea). So to get you started down the road of DIY paint protection, we’ll discuss the more intricate details of the sealant and its application.
It basically consists of two main components, an acrylic and polytetrafluoroethylene which is more commonly known as PTFE and forms one of the main components in commercial Teflon. What sets the sealant apart from other protective measures like wax, is the fact that it bonds directly with your car’s paint job and has fewer Achilles’ heels than wax: where wax melts in high temperatures and spoils in acid rain (a common feature of polluted areas), protective sealant not only protects against these, but also against excessive heats, colds, winds, storms of various kinds, etc. It even protects against bird droppings. So as you can see, the protective advantages are rather extensive and the added bonus is that it will keep your vehicle’s showroom appeal for years to come.
Now that being said, let’s look at where you’ll find these ‘miracle’ protective sealants. More often than not, and without putting in too much effort, you’ll find the DIY sealant kits available for sale on the Internet. Average prices indicate a saving of between 25% and 75% (depending on where you buy) on the amount you would have spent at a car dealer or detailer. These sealants usually come with a set of instructions or a manual which will probably elaborate on the application process which usually occurs in two steps.Also ask your local detailer/applicator for tips or advice the good ones will gladly give advice so if you get one that is a bit of a grump just move on.
The first step is giving the car a good wash and taping those areas not suitable for sealant application eg platic trims. Following that, a first layer solvent-based sealant is applied. It basically acts as a micro cleaner by scraping out all those unseen molecules of dirt and grime hidden within the pores of the paint job. When this has dried completely, only the active components will remain exposed.
In the second step, a second and different layer is applied of which the active ingredient is PTFE. This second layer then bonds with the first layer – the particles of which lie submerged within the pores of the paint job. The chemical bonding ensures that the PTFE molecules spread out evenly over the surface of the car, supplying it with a showroom aesthetic and something to be proud of on Saturday night.
Be sure to get good value for money when choosing a DIY sealant kit. Aside from a low price, you’ll most definitely want a guarantee on the lifespan of your sealant. The current average is about 5 years, or approximately 260 Saturday nights.
It basically consists of two main components, an acrylic and polytetrafluoroethylene which is more commonly known as PTFE and forms one of the main components in commercial Teflon. What sets the sealant apart from other protective measures like wax, is the fact that it bonds directly with your car’s paint job and has fewer Achilles’ heels than wax: where wax melts in high temperatures and spoils in acid rain (a common feature of polluted areas), protective sealant not only protects against these, but also against excessive heats, colds, winds, storms of various kinds, etc. It even protects against bird droppings. So as you can see, the protective advantages are rather extensive and the added bonus is that it will keep your vehicle’s showroom appeal for years to come.
Now that being said, let’s look at where you’ll find these ‘miracle’ protective sealants. More often than not, and without putting in too much effort, you’ll find the DIY sealant kits available for sale on the Internet. Average prices indicate a saving of between 25% and 75% (depending on where you buy) on the amount you would have spent at a car dealer or detailer. These sealants usually come with a set of instructions or a manual which will probably elaborate on the application process which usually occurs in two steps.Also ask your local detailer/applicator for tips or advice the good ones will gladly give advice so if you get one that is a bit of a grump just move on.
The first step is giving the car a good wash and taping those areas not suitable for sealant application eg platic trims. Following that, a first layer solvent-based sealant is applied. It basically acts as a micro cleaner by scraping out all those unseen molecules of dirt and grime hidden within the pores of the paint job. When this has dried completely, only the active components will remain exposed.
In the second step, a second and different layer is applied of which the active ingredient is PTFE. This second layer then bonds with the first layer – the particles of which lie submerged within the pores of the paint job. The chemical bonding ensures that the PTFE molecules spread out evenly over the surface of the car, supplying it with a showroom aesthetic and something to be proud of on Saturday night.
Be sure to get good value for money when choosing a DIY sealant kit. Aside from a low price, you’ll most definitely want a guarantee on the lifespan of your sealant. The current average is about 5 years, or approximately 260 Saturday nights.
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Paint Protection Film Reviews
Paint Protection Films Reviews
Many people use paint protection film on their cars instead of the less expensive options such as the physically and chemically bonding sealants. These films are transparent or tinted films that are applied over the surfaces of the cars with the help of an adhesive. After application, the film itself is not visible, but if it is tinted, it will add to the color of the paint applied on the car. In that way, the intention of applying a paint protection film is not just to increase the protection of the car's paint but also to add to its esthetic value.
The following are some of the major players in the market for paint protection films. Though each one of them has a long-standing expertise in the field, they all have their comparative pros and cons. The following reviews will help you decide which one of them would be the best for your car.
StonGard
StonGard uses an 8 mil urethane protection film. This is an old manufacturer and supplier of paint protection films and their forte has been making these films especially for protecting the painted surfaces of the vehicles. These paint films are transparent. They are what are commonly known in protection film parlance as clear bra films. Hence, they do not alter the appearance of the car in any way.
The main plus point here is the accuracy and the ease of applying these films. They are accurate because they use computer-based precision methods to cut the films, which also means the films provided a good coverage on the car's surface area. They have an internal adhesive which makes it quite easy to attach the films on the car.
XPEL
XPEL is another clear bra protection film manufacturer that is one of the leading contenders in this business. They use 8 mil urethane films, which are computer cut for precision. The adhesion is also a simple process and DIY kits are available if you intend to do the process yourself. This also indicates that the process of applying this form of paint protection is quite easy.
Here, the benefit is the worldwide distribution that XPEL has. These films are suitable for all climates and all topographies and they are easily available all over the world. Also, XPEL has a good reputation in the business, with it being a supplier for some NASCAR vehicles and also for military services.
LLumar
LLumar is a paint protection film manufacturer that is best known for producing a vast assortment of films. Unlike other manufacturers, the films produced by LLumar are not designed solely for paint protection. You will find films here designed for blocking the sunrays from the windscreens and windows of the vehicles and films designed for tinting the windows too. There are also films that can act as security systems. These films will allow the glass to keep in place and not fly out indiscriminately in the case of an accident.
Due to their various purposes, there are also various kinds of films here. While other manufacturers have an expertise in clear bra films, you can also find tinted films with LLumar that are designed at altering the appearance of the car.
There are many kinds of films to choose from. But make it a point to go with some of the more reputable brands so that you get a better deal. Read about their benefits and features well before you select on a purchase.
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Fabric Protection
Fabric Protection is the topic I recently wrote about on ezine articles here..
The interiors of carsare subjected to the highest degree of wear and tear caused due to the high degree of usage that they have to bear, the sunlight that can cause them to fade away and wear out and even the spills and various other accidents that can happen inside the car. All these things can make the cars lose out on their interior value quite fast and this can become a big deterrent in maintaining their resale values. That is the reason why most car owners are spending a few extra dollars on protecting the interiors of their cars especially fabric protection which helps them to retain their car's value and keep them looking good on the inside.
Go here to view the full article.Fabric Protection
.Fabric Protection
The interiors of carsare subjected to the highest degree of wear and tear caused due to the high degree of usage that they have to bear, the sunlight that can cause them to fade away and wear out and even the spills and various other accidents that can happen inside the car. All these things can make the cars lose out on their interior value quite fast and this can become a big deterrent in maintaining their resale values. That is the reason why most car owners are spending a few extra dollars on protecting the interiors of their cars especially fabric protection which helps them to retain their car's value and keep them looking good on the inside.
Go here to view the full article.Fabric Protection
.Fabric Protection
Friday, August 8, 2008
Saturday, August 2, 2008
Why Paint Protection?
Why Paint Protection
People who buy a new car spending thousands of dollars and then scrimp on just a few hundred dollars more to get paint protection for their vehicle will realize only too soon how important it is to protect their vehicle's paint. Paint protection has been written about a lot in current times, especially when there are several more elements that can eat at a car's paint. However, car owners are turning a deaf ear and a blind eye at these recommendations and are bearing the brunt of the elements on their precious car's paint.
Paint protection for vehicles has certainly become a very important issue in recent times. Here is a list of the benefits that it can provide.
Vehicles keep looking New for Longer
The first benefit of car paint protection is that it keeps the car's paint from fading away. Even the best manufactured cars do not have paints that can withstand the ravages of nature, pollution and simple wear and tear and start looking all jaded within a few months. However, when paint protection techniques are applied, the cars retain their shiny and glossy look with which they had rolled out from the dealers' showrooms.
Vehicles can be washed more Easily
Most of the paint protection methods used today help in cleaning the car in a much better way. The paint protection methods are targeted at maintaining the exterior finishes of the cars. Once the paint protection films are applied on them, it just takes a little washing care to clean out even the most stubborn of unwanted elements on the car. A good example is bird droppings, which can eat into the paint of an unprotected car. These stains do not go even with the most stringent of washes in a mechanic's garage. However, if the car's paint has been protected, then it takes only a simple wash to remove the bird dropping stain completely.
You must also know that each time the car is washed , it damages the car's exteriors a bit. However, when the car is paint protected, the need for washing it severely is made obsolete and that is the reason the cars are protected from wash damage.
Increases the Resale Values of Older Cars.
If you have an old car that you want to sell, you might not get a good price for it because cars are known to depreciate wildly. But, Paint Protection can be a very good enhancement for the car. This can keep the car look shining new even if it is years old, and that will reflect immensely in the resale value of the car. It is not just about the paint, though. When paint protection is applied, the exteriors of the car actually improve in their durability.
Vehicles require Low Maintenance
When you apply paint protection on the car, there's not much need of maintaining its exterior anymore. The paint protection keeps acting continuously in maintaining the car's good looks. That means you don't have to wax your car again or even wash it as often. Apart from saving money, this helps in maintaining the newness of the car for a longer period of time.
People who buy a new car spending thousands of dollars and then scrimp on just a few hundred dollars more to get paint protection for their vehicle will realize only too soon how important it is to protect their vehicle's paint. Paint protection has been written about a lot in current times, especially when there are several more elements that can eat at a car's paint. However, car owners are turning a deaf ear and a blind eye at these recommendations and are bearing the brunt of the elements on their precious car's paint.
Paint protection for vehicles has certainly become a very important issue in recent times. Here is a list of the benefits that it can provide.
Vehicles keep looking New for Longer
The first benefit of car paint protection is that it keeps the car's paint from fading away. Even the best manufactured cars do not have paints that can withstand the ravages of nature, pollution and simple wear and tear and start looking all jaded within a few months. However, when paint protection techniques are applied, the cars retain their shiny and glossy look with which they had rolled out from the dealers' showrooms.
Vehicles can be washed more Easily
Most of the paint protection methods used today help in cleaning the car in a much better way. The paint protection methods are targeted at maintaining the exterior finishes of the cars. Once the paint protection films are applied on them, it just takes a little washing care to clean out even the most stubborn of unwanted elements on the car. A good example is bird droppings, which can eat into the paint of an unprotected car. These stains do not go even with the most stringent of washes in a mechanic's garage. However, if the car's paint has been protected, then it takes only a simple wash to remove the bird dropping stain completely.
You must also know that each time the car is washed , it damages the car's exteriors a bit. However, when the car is paint protected, the need for washing it severely is made obsolete and that is the reason the cars are protected from wash damage.
Increases the Resale Values of Older Cars.
If you have an old car that you want to sell, you might not get a good price for it because cars are known to depreciate wildly. But, Paint Protection can be a very good enhancement for the car. This can keep the car look shining new even if it is years old, and that will reflect immensely in the resale value of the car. It is not just about the paint, though. When paint protection is applied, the exteriors of the car actually improve in their durability.
Vehicles require Low Maintenance
When you apply paint protection on the car, there's not much need of maintaining its exterior anymore. The paint protection keeps acting continuously in maintaining the car's good looks. That means you don't have to wax your car again or even wash it as often. Apart from saving money, this helps in maintaining the newness of the car for a longer period of time.
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