Would you buy a house-building kit that included all the bricks? It might arrive for a good price, but unless you know how to draw up an architectural plan, have all the tools needed to put the bricks together, and possess the expertise to do so, you will give up on this idea rather quickly. The same applies to car wraps on eBay.
You Get What You Pay For
When you look at the listing site’s entries, you notice that there are plenty of metallic and other cool wrap vinyls around. But unless you buy the massive size, you do not get the complimentary cutter and squeegee. The images show professionally wrapped vehicles that look fantastic. Another entry suggests that you can cover your entire car with a roll of vinyl film. When you look closely, however, you notice that plenty of sellers put up a caveat that cautions buyers to take their vehicles to professionals if they have curves or sharp edges.
Unless you are familiar with the wrap design process, have the right tools to install the product, and know how to deal with the vehicle’s problem areas, there is a good chance that the outcome will be a mess of mismatched seams, air bubbles, and rips. And if you think that the vinyl’s manufacturer warranty covers you, read it over carefully. The makers of the products specify that you have to invest in a professional installation to be covered for material failure.
The Better Option: Work with a Professional
Our graphic artists work with clients to put together the designs for full and partial wraps as well as graphics packages. We help you figure out which types of designs would look great on your vehicle based on its size and needed cutouts. If you are thinking of adding marketing messages to the wrap, we help you decide on the style elements, the wording, and the location of the images.
Next, our technicians prepare your vehicle for the process of wrapping it. Doing so requires a removal of after-market parts, a thorough cleaning, and a complete drying. Now, these experts work on applying the printed panels to the vehicle without the formation of air bubbles and tears. Also, they ensure that any seams fit perfectly. Finally, they re-install the after-market parts they took off earlier.
When Something Happens to the Wrap
If you buy car wraps on eBay, and if you somehow manage to install the product, you will have a problem when something happens to one or more of the panels. For example, if you get into a fender bender and the car needs to be fixed, or if you happen to tear the wrap material accidentally while pulling into your garage, you may have to remove the affected panel and reinstall another one. However, what happens when the online vendor no longer carries the cherry red sparkle product that was a closeout sale’s leftover?
For the local sign shop customer, all it takes is a trip to the sign shop where the experts can reprint your panel and install it on the spot – frequently, while you wait. When this level of ease and customer service appeals to you, contact our experts today to schedule a design consultation.