Vehicle Wraps & Lettering

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a vehicle wrap?

Vehicle wraps are vinyl graphics that are digitally printed on wide format commercial printers, and then carefully applied to the exterior of a car or truck.

What type of vinyl does Elmark use for vehicle wraps?

We believe that quality begins with using the best products, which is why our vehicle wraps are made exclusively with premium 3M ControlTac vinyl , and protected with 3M overlaminate.

What is the benefit of wrapping a truck or car?

Vehicle wrapping offers one of the lowest cost ways (CPM or Cost per Mille) to display a brand to a wide audience. Whether driving on the road or parked, vehicle graphics will promote the brand through day and night.

Do clients need to supply their own artwork?

No, Elmark has a team of graphic designers who can help with design and iterate with clients until it is “just right.”

Can windows be covered with graphics?

Yes, Elmark can apply a perforated window vinyl that looks like the intended graphic images from the outside, but one can still see through the vehicle wrap from the inside.

Do wraps come off easily?

Provided that high quality vinyl was used on the wrap installation, the removal process should be relatively painless. Premium wrap films, such as 3M ControlTac vinyl, are designed to be removed without leaving adhesive residue.
Lower quality films can be trickier, as the film can fragment and/or separate from the adhesive, leaving behind a goopy mess to clean off.
There is one caveat – If the vehicle has been in an accident, and painted with less than factory grade paint, there could be a potential for paint lift when the vinyl is removed.

Can Elmark remove old graphics? What does a vehicle owner need to do before bringing their vehicle to Elmark?

Yes, Elmark can remove old vinyl prior to installation of new vehicle wraps. We primarily ask that the vehicle be brought in with a clean exterior free of dirt and wax.

Can the wrap get wet after installation?

Yes, but give it a few days after the initial installation. We recommend waiting a few days to ensure the vinyl adhesion has taken hold and will not be affected by water or rainfall.
High quality wraps are protected with an overlaminate, which is a clear layer of film that has been applied over the actual print. The ink itself is protected thanks to the overlaminate.

Will the wrap last in the heat?

Yes! Heat is no match for this vinyl. In fact during the installation process, our installers typically heat the vinyl to 650 degrees during the installation. They then heat the vinyl to 1000 degrees during the process called “post-heating,” which locks the vinyl’s shape to permanently conform to the vehicle.

Will the vehicle wrap damage my car’s paint?

In general, no. Actually, vehicle wraps can protect the car’s paint from sun damage and minor abrasions.
There is one caveat – If the vehicle has been in an accident, and painted with less than factory grade paint, there could be a potential for paint lift when the vinyl is removed.

Will a wrap hurt a vehicle’s value?

No, and in fact, it may add to it. The car’s paint job will be fully protected by the vinyl wrap, so after getting years of great use out of a shiny new wrap, one can safely remove the film, and find the underlying paint job preserved in the same state as the day the wrap was installed.

Where does Elmark install the vehicle wrap?

Elmark’s vehicle wrapping professionals install at our West Chester location in Pennsylvania.

What areas does Elmark serve?

Our clients are nationwide, but most of our vehicle wrapping clients are located within Philadelphia, Chester, Bucks and Delaware Counties in Pennsylvania, and New Castle County in Delaware.
Specific areas include West Chester, Chadds Ford, Downingtown, Philadelphia, Wilmington, Exton, King of Prussia, Kennett Square, Glen Mills, Malvern, Media, Paoli, Phoenixville, Norristown, Newtown Square, Wayne, Bryn Mawr, and Coatesville.

Can Elmark handle a fleet of vehicles?

Yes, Elmark supports many of the most admired fleets in our area. Our vinyl team works with clients on scheduling to minimize down time and keep their “mobile billboards” fresh and clean as they represent their brand.

How much do vehicle wraps cost?

The film used is a large driver of the cost, as Elmark prefers to use high quality 3M ControlTac materials.
Separate lettering and logos range from $1,500-$2,500 based on size and complexity. Full wraps covering all surface areas are frequently $4,000-$6,000 depending on the size of the vehicle.

How long does the process take?

The bulk of the time spent is in the design stage of the vehicle graphic process. Once a design is approved, the installation can usually be completed in one day. Larger trucks, or more complex designs, can take up to three days.

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