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Factory-grade paint protection film guides for distributors, installers and detailing businesses: TPU vs TPH substrates, adhesive science, self-healing top coats, incoming inspection, roll storage and aftercare. Start with the clear PPF product range.

PPF Thickness Guide: 6.5 vs 7.5 vs 8.5 vs 9.5 mil Compared

Photorealistic side-by-side of two paint protection film strips of different thickness

PPF thickness is the number quoted from 6.5 to 9.5 mil, and it usually describes the full film stack including adhesive, not just the clear body. 6.5 mil suits low-impact panels, 7.5 mil is the retail standard, 8.5 mil takes heavy gravel, and 9.5 mil is reserved for extreme exposure. Thickness is usually the first […]

Complete Guide to Clear Paint Protection Film (PPF)

Shimao Paint Protection Film: Complete Guide to Clear Paint Protection Film (PPF): Material Differences, Core Benefits & Professional Installation

Clear paint protection film is a transparent TPU layer, 7.5–8.5 mil thick, with a self-healing top coat that absorbs stone chips and UV without changing paint colour. It is applied wet, post-heated at the edges and warranted for up to 8 years. Related Products from Shimao New Materials Clear TPU Paint Protection Film PPF Roll, […]