How to Make Your Brand-Name Van Vinyl Wrap Last

Vehicle advertising is a fantastic way to stretch your dollar. Commercial vehicle wraps can last approximately five years (sometimes more or less depending on how well you take care of your car), and wrapping your vehicle is a one-time payment. This one-time fee for a van vinyl wrap can make vehicle wraps a much more affordable way to advertise than billboards or TV ads, which either see less reach or require monthly payments to continue. You won’t need a city permit to get your vehicle wrapped. Getting a car wrap in Baltimore will only take a few days, and then you can enjoy a fresh van vinyl wrap that will last for years.

A high-quality vehicle wrap, made with brand-name vinyl wrapping, can give your organization a highly professional appearance. Because of this, a van vinyl wrap can be responsible for bringing in a regular revenue stream as new customers see your car and grow curious about your company. Read more for our best tips on how to make your brand-name vinyl wrapping last longer.

1. Choose Full Wraps Over Partial Wraps

A full van vinyl wrap will, on average, last a few years longer than a partial wrap. However, a full wrap is more expensive than a partial wrap, and the costs can add up quickly if you hope to buy an entire fleet of commercial vehicle wraps. Consider the pros and cons of full and partial wraps before deciding which is best for your company.

Related: Which Is Better For Your Business? Full or Partial Wraps

2. Park in a Garage

If possible, keep your vinyl-wrapped car parked inside a garage when not in use. Parking under a roof will prevent scorching sunlight from fading the colors on your wrap. It can also limit the regular wear and tear of the weather (like wind, rain, and snow) from harming your car.

If your company is still debating the pros and cons of investing in fleet vehicles, we recommend you have a company garage before you buy. A company garage can keep your vehicles sheltered. Wrapping multiple cars can quickly become expensive, so it’s always wise to take the utmost care of your work vehicles. Caring for your cars will help your company advertise on a budget and save money because it will help limit the number of times you need to bring your vehicle in for wrap touch-ups.

3. Hand Wash Your Vehicle

Hand washing your vehicle is a simple (but highly effective) way to make your brand-name vinyl wrapping last longer. Car washes include brushes with sharp bristles that are great for wiping down the crevices of your car’s body. Unfortunately, these brush bristles can damage your van vinyl wrap with repeated washing. Warm water jets can cause the seams of vinyl to strain. Harsh chemicals can damage the wrap’s surface. If you want to invest in a van vinyl wrap for your company’s fleet vehicles, be prepared to hand wash your cars (or hire someone else to do so).

Hand washing your vehicle is the most reliable way to maintain its coloration and quality. Use a spray bottle of gentle soap and water. Avoid using oil-based products. Hand washing will always take more time than a drive-through car wash, but the results speak for themselves. A van vinyl wrap can be pricey (usually at least $3,000), so using cheap cleaning products is the best way to save money and not need to replace your wrap.

Use a soft sponge or a cloth to work around the edges of your car. Pay particular attention to wheel wells and headlights, as these areas collect high amounts of grime.

4. Wash Frequently

Wash your vehicle frequently. Hand washing takes extra time and energy compared to a drive-through car wash, but a clean car will make a much more positive impression on your potential customers. When your vehicles look great, so does your business, which means customers are more likely to choose your business over a competitor.

Wipe dead insects, bird droppings, and mud off your van vinyl wrap as soon as possible. If insects or bird droppings collect on your car, they can damage the vinyl over time. Make your brand-name vinyl wrapping last longer by cleaning your vehicle every 2 or 3 weeks if possible. After washing your car, rinse with water to ensure no products are left behind.

5. Never Wax Your Van Vinyl Wrap

Wax will always ruin your commercial vehicle wraps. Do not take your car to be waxed before a van vinyl wrap is applied. Do not wax your vehicle after the professionals have wrapped it. Trust that the wrapping experts will do an excellent job with your wrap and that wax and polish will not be necessary to improve the look of your vehicle. Soap and water are the best products for cleaning your wrapped cars.

6. Drive With Care

As with any other car, use caution while driving your vehicle. Stay alert while on the road. Getting in a car crash can negatively impact your organization’s image and cause harm to you or others in the process. Before you drive on a dirt road, determine whether this is the best choice for preserving the look of your car. You may wish to consider alternate routes to your destination.

Roadrunner Wraps can help you get a high-quality car wrap in Baltimore. Since 1988, we have wrapped over 70,000 American vehicles, and our garage is bustling weekly with new orders. Our experts are confident in their work, and we never send out a wrap if we don’t love the results. If you need a car wrap in Baltimore, contact us to request a quote for our commercial vehicle wrap services. In addition to van vinyl wrap, we also provide emergency vehicle wraps, food truck wraps, SUV wraps, truck decals, lettering, and more. Please browse our gallery to check out some of our favorite designs in recent years. We look forward to working with you soon.