After Care

For starters, avoid using traditional car washes as their abrasive equipment and cleaning techniques can damage Paint Protection Film and void the warranty. We always recommend using either a “touch-free” car wash or hand washing your vehicle. 

For full care instructions, please select your finish:

XPEL Ultimate Plus Gloss

1. Wait 48 hours after installation to wash your car.
2. Remove insect or other stains as soon as possible with XPEL PPF Cleaner.
3. Stubborn stains can be removed with 99% isopropyl alcohol. Take care to keep these chemicals off the vehicle’s paint.
4. For best results, seal with XPEL Ceramic Boost at least once every 3 months to preserve high gloss. 
5. Light scratches in the film will self-heal in 20-30 minutes at room temperature. In colder conditions, or to accelerate the process, pour warm water (120°F) over the affected area.
6. Avoid using a pressure washer or high-pressure water source near the edges of the film, it can cause the film to lift and/or become damaged.
7. Detailing clay can be used to remove contaminants that are on XPEL Gloss Paint Protection Film.
8. Waxing: For waxing, use any preferred brand of spray wax only. Compound wax can get stuck in the edges of film.

XPEL STEALTH

1. Wait 48 hours after installation to wash your car.
2. Remove insect or other stains as soon as possible with XPEL PPF Cleaner.
3. Stubborn stains can be removed with 99% isopropyl alcohol. Take care to keep these chemicals off the vehicle’s paint.
4. You may use XPEL Ceramic Boost on XPEL STEALTH Paint Protection to help preserve the finish, although beware if you do not apply in a uniform pattern, it can cause the film to look uneven. It is advised to be professionally applied. 
5. Light scratches in the film will self-heal in 20-30 minutes at room temperature. In colder conditions, or to accelerate the process, pour warm water (120°F) over the affected area.
6. Avoid using a pressure washer or high-pressure water source near the edges of the film, it can cause the film to lift and/or become damaged.
7. DO NOT USE detailing clay to remove contaminants on XPEL’s STEALTH Paint Protection Film as it can damage the film.
8. Waxing: For waxing, use any preferred brand of spray wax only. Compound wax can get stuck in the edges of film.