Protection you can’t see.
STEK and PurePPF paint protection film, installed in-house in El Cajon for San Diego County. Gloss or matte, full front or full body, wrapped around every edge we can reach so there are no lines and no gaps.
Fresh out of the shop.
Three recent installs, all in matte film over the factory paint.
Pick how much to protect.
Patterns vary by model, so we confirm exact panels when we see the car. Any package can be built up later.
Full body
Every painted panelBumpers, hood, fenders, doors, quarters, roof, pillars, mirrors and headlights. The choice for exotics, matte conversions and cars that need to look new at resale.
Full front
The impact zoneFull front bumper, full hood, full front fenders, mirrors and headlights. Stops the rock chips that come off the freeway at speed.
Partial front
Bumper plus the leading edgeFull front bumper and the first 18 to 30 inches of the hood and fenders, plus mirrors. The budget way to cover the panels that get hit first.
Track & high-wear
Where your car takes damageRocker panels, rear bumper loading area, rear wheel arches, A-pillars and roof edge, door cups, door edges and luggage areas.
Matte paint
Keep the OEM finishMatte and frozen factory paint can't be polished or spot-repaired without a mismatch. Matte film protects it without changing the look.
Matte conversion
Gloss to satin, reversiblyMatte film over gloss paint changes the look and protects the paint at the same time. Remove it later and the factory gloss is still underneath.
What we install.
Two manufacturers, gloss and matte from each. Both self-heal light scratches with heat and carry a hydrophobic topcoat, so water and dirt slide off.
| Film | Finish | Why we use it |
|---|---|---|
| STEK DYNOshield | Gloss | Liquid-applied hydrophobic, gloss-enhancing topcoat for a smooth surface with very little orange peel. 10-year STEK manufacturer warranty. |
| STEK DYNOmatte | Matte | Self-healing, hydrophobic matte film. Turns gloss paint satin or protects a factory matte finish. 10-year STEK manufacturer warranty. |
| PurePPF Crystal | Gloss | 8 mil TPU with a ceramic hydrophobic topcoat and texture-free clarity. 12-year limited PurePPF warranty against yellowing, cracking and bubbling. |
| PurePPF Frost | Matte | 8 mil matte film with a texture-free surface and scuff-healing topcoat. 12-year limited PurePPF warranty. |
Warranties are issued by the film manufacturers and cover film defects. We stand behind the installation.
No lines. No gaps.
Decontaminate
Wash, clay and degrease every panel so nothing gets trapped under the film. Chips can be repaired first by our collision team.
Fit every panel
Each panel is laid out, positioned and squeegeed by hand so the film sits flat, with no bubbles, lift or stretch marks.
Wrap the edges
Film is wrapped around panel edges wherever the body allows it, so you don't see a film line or an exposed strip of paint.
Post-heat and inspect
Edges are post-heated to lock them down, then the car gets a full inspection under shop lights before it goes home.
Good questions.
What does paint protection film actually stop?
Rock chips, road debris, sand, light scratches, bug and bird etching, and water spots. The topcoat self-heals light swirls with heat from the sun or warm water.
Gloss or matte?
Gloss film keeps the factory look with extra depth. Matte film gives a satin finish on gloss paint, and it's the right choice to protect paint that is already matte from the factory.
Can matte PPF come off later?
Yes. Matte film can be removed and the factory gloss is still underneath, protected the whole time it was on.
Will I see edges or seams?
We wrap the film around panel edges wherever the body allows it. Where a seam is unavoidable on very large or complex panels, we place it where it's hardest to see.
Can I ceramic coat over PPF?
Yes. Both STEK and PurePPF films already have a hydrophobic topcoat, and a coating can be added on top for even easier washing.
How do I wash it?
Give the film about a week to cure, then hand wash with a pH-neutral soap. Keep pressure washer wands away from the film edges.
How much does it cost?
It depends on the car and the coverage. Send a few photos with the year, make and model, and we'll reply with a price and a timeline within one business day.
Ready to protect it?
Tell us the car and the coverage you want. We reply with a plan, a price and a timeline within one business day.
