- 9/15/2025
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PPF protective films are used to protect the car's body and paint from various external factors that can cause problems such as scratches, weather conditions, UV rays, tree branches, bird droppings, and many other issues.
Protective films are a transparent layer or come in many colors of packaging that are placed on the parts to be protected or on all parts of the car to keep the body and paint intact and preserve them for as long as possible, especially when the car is new or repainted.
You can install protective films on your car yourself or seek the help of car protection in Kuwait in cooperation with Motorgy, which provides you with a service to book protection and tinting for your car at a time that suits you, as quickly as possible and at the best prices.
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Steps for installing protection on your car
Below are the correct steps you should follow if you want to install protection on your car at home.
First: Choose the right protection film for you and your car
The first step you should know when installing protection films is to choose the right protection for you and your car in terms of price, quality, texture, color, and ease of installation. Make sure to buy a very good and guaranteed quality because it will stay on your car for years. so buy the best quality to get the best results and for it to last as long as possible. Don't forget to buy the necessary tools for installation as well.
Second: Prepare the area where you will be working.
After purchasing the appropriate film, you must now prepare the area or place where you will be working. It must be free of any dirt, dust, and debris so that it does not transfer to the car. Make sure that there is no strong air currents that could bring in dust and dirt.
Third: Clean the car thoroughly.
Wash your car thoroughly with soap and water, and make sure there is no dirt or debris on the paint so that the protection can be installed cleanly and easily. You can use a special paste to remove dirt from the paint so that the surface of your car is perfect and ready for the protective film.
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Fourth: Use polish when needed
If your car's paint has scratches, wash swirls, watermarks, fading marks, or bird droppings, it is best to use polish before installing the protection to remove these problems, so that the paint is ready, clean, and free of any problems.
Fifth: Prepare the protection
This step is very important, as you must prepare the protection and cut it to fit the parts you will be applying it to. You should leave an extra 1 to 2 cm so that the edges can be folded inwards and the installation is correct. You can remove the side mirrors and door handles if you want a better result.
Sixth: Spray water and soap on the parts to be protected
Now apply a mixture of water and car wash soap to the body or the parts you want to protect, as this will prevent the film from sticking immediately to the surface of the car, allowing you to move it freely and fix it in place before it sticks completely.
Seventh: Apply the protective coating
After spraying the water, apply the protective coating to the wet surface, starting at one end and gradually spreading it over the rest of the area to avoid the formation of annoying air bubbles. Try to apply it gently to ensure proper distribution. You can lift and move it naturally and make sure that there is enough water and soap underneath.
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Eighth: Remove air bubbles
After applying the protective film, air bubbles will inevitably form, so use a plastic tool designed for installing protective film and packaging and start removing the bubbles by pulling them to the sides until they come out completely. Make sure not to move the film while removing the bubbles so that you don't have to repeat the previous step.
Ninth: Cut off the excess edges
You will have some excess edges after installing the protector. If they are small, you should fold them inward until they disappear, or you can cut them if they are large. Make sure to cut them with a sharp knife or blade, and be careful not to scratch the paint while cutting.
Tenth: Allow the protection to dry completely
After installing the protection, allow it to dry completely. This usually takes one to two days, depending on the outside temperature. You can drive the car, but slowly, or leave it parked, which is best until it dries completely. After it dries, be sure to check it thoroughly to see if it has been installed correctly and is free of problems and defects. Do not wash it until after a week using special protective materials.
