Frequently Asked Questions

1) What Is The Expected Life Of Xpel?

Our ULTIMATE PLUS PLUS and STEALTH films are warrantied for 10 years. This warranty covers: yellowing, staining, delaminating, cracking, peeling, bubbling, and more. 

2) Can I Use Detailing Clay On The Film?

Yes. The process is the same as with regular paint: wet the surface with a lubricant such as soapy water and then gently rub the surface with the clay bar. For stubborn insect, bird dropping, or hard water stains, use Simple Green as the lubricant for the detailing clay.

3) How Do I Maintain Xpel Ultimate Plus?

No special maintenance is required for XPEL ULTIMATE PLUS. However, the film will last longer and will be easier to clean if treated twice a year with XPEL Flawless Finish Paint Protection Film Sealant or Ceramic Coating.

4) Will Xpel Ultimate Plus Yellow Over Time?

XPEL ULTIMATE PLUS is warrantied for 10 years against a range of issues including yellowing.

5) How Deep Of A Scratch Can Film Still Heal?

The clear coat is the self-healing layer and is approximately 13 microns thick. If that layer is penetrated, the film will not heal.

6) Can I Run My Car Through An Automatic Car Wash?

Yes. But wait 5-7 days after installation to allow the film to dry completely. If possible hand wash will be the best option and then touchless car wash.

7) How Thick Is Xpel Ultimate Plus Paint Protection Film?

XPEL ULTIMATE PLUS is 8.5 mils (.0085 inches) thick.

8) Can I Use A Pressure Washer, And How Soon After Install?

Yes, pressure washers can be used on XPEL paint protection films, provided the film has completely dried after installation (typically 5-7 days) and provided the high-pressure water is not pointed directly at the edges of the film (stand 3 feet away).

9) Will Removing The Film Harm The Vehicles Paint, Once Removed?

It is highly unlikely for paint protection film to harm OEM paint. Paint systems used on modern assembly lines today produce a minimum bond strength of 16 MPa and maximum of 25 MPa between the panel and the paint depending on color, iridescence and the system used. Our film’s bond to the painted surface at normal state (immediately following installation) is .0753 MPa. Even after years of heat and sun, the bond between the film and the paint increases to only 0.17 MPa. What that means is in the absolute worst case scenario, the bond of factory paint to the panel is over 94 times stronger than the bond of our film to the paint. In the best case, the paint is 332 times stronger.

That being said, it is still recommended to have a professional remove the film in accordance with our published guidelines.

10) A Piece Of Road Debris Scratched The Film On My Car. Will This Self-Heal?

The self-healing clear coat of our ULTIMATE PLUS and STEALTH films is designed to repair itself from swirl marks and light scratches from car washes, etc. If a piece of debris has penetrated all the way through the clear coat on the film, it will not self-heal. The only way to fix this would be to have the piece of film replaced.

11) Can I Apply A Ceramic Coating On Top Of The Film And How Does It Affect The Self-Healing Feature Of Xpel?

Yes, Coatings can be applied to the films. Adding a coating does not stop the film from self-healing. Coatings can add a protective layer over the film, which depending on the coating can provide different properties. That additional coating layer, depending on the coating applied, may or may not self-heal. Once the coating wears down and deteriorates, the self-healing qualities of XPEL ULTIMATE PLUS and STEALTH will still remain.

12) How Do I Wash The Film, Can I Use A Quick Detailer Or Detail Spray?

You may use any standard car wash soap (PH neutral), rinse free car wash, or detail spray to clean the film, provided that the product does not contain more than 5% naphtha or kerosene.