- 7/28/2025
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Protective films are very important for protecting your car from various hazards, such as dust, dirt, bird droppings, stones, and various impacts, in addition to the scorching sun in the Arab world, especially Kuwait. Therefore, you need to protect your car's paint to maintain it.
When installing protection, there are some things you must follow to maintain it for a long time; because if neglected, it will be damaged sooner and the paint will also be damaged, and it will become more difficult to remove and will remove the paint with it.
If you are thinking of installing protection on your car, Motorgy offers you a car protection in Kuwait at your fingertips. Choose the service provider and set the appointment, and it will be installed on your car by a professional team at the best price, in the fastest time, and with the best materials.
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How to maintain protective films on your car?
If you want to maintain protective films on your car, you should follow these very important tips:
Clean harmful dirt quickly
If you notice some stubborn dirt, bird droppings, tree sap, or chemicals on the protection, you should clean it immediately so that it does not develop and leave a mark on it, especially if it is left for a long time and reacts with sunlight. Protective films protect against these contaminants, but that does not mean you should leave them on without washing them immediately.
Wash your car regularly
It is very important to wash your car regularly to keep the protection clean and free of dirt, bird droppings, and other debris. Avoid using cleaning products or soaps that contain chemicals that can damage it. So, use soap specifically designed for cleaning the protection, as well as a special sponge and soft microfiber towels to avoid scratching the protection. Alternatively, you can clean it by simply spraying it with water, and it will remain clean for weeks.
Wash your car gently
When washing your car, you should use special cleaning equipment for the protection, such as soap, a soft sponge, and a microfiber towel that does not cause any scratches or swirls on the protection. Also, avoid very high air pressure, which may cause the protection to peel, especially if it is old or there are damaged areas or sensitive corners.
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Park your car away from the sun
Although the protection shields your car and its paint from the sun's rays, this does not mean that you should leave it in the sun all day, especially on very hot summer days and even on very cold days. Therefore, try to park it in a closed garage or at least under shade to protect it and keep its interior cool, or you can install an awning to park your car under if you can do so.
Avoid polishing the protection
One of the most overlooked aspects of prolonging the life of the protection is caring for the top layer, which is a thin protective layer that gives the film its self-healing properties, scratch resistance, and UV protection. Polishing, waxing, or buffing will damage or completely remove the top layer, significantly shortening its life.
Check it regularly
It is essential to check all parts that have protection for any cracks, damage, deep scratches, or color differences, which always tend to turn yellow. When you discover any problem, you must address it immediately so that your car remains protected and the paintwork clean and free of defects.
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Replace it when you need to
The protection can last from 7 to 10 years if well cared for, but despite its durability, harsh weather conditions, improper maintenance, or damage to the top layer can reduce its lifespan. Therefore, you should monitor it to know when it needs to be changed so that your car gets new protection.
