Toyota Highlander – Paint protection film

Toyota Highlander – Wrapping with Polyurethane Paint Protection Film

The first scratches on a new car body appear not during the ride, but even during the transportation of the car to the dealership. After purchase, sandblasting, bitumen, poor-quality washes, and chemicals continue to negatively affect the condition of the paintwork, leaving scratches and scuffs. To avoid this, car owners come to the CarEngineering studio for protective film application.

Today, a Toyota Highlander — a new crossover from the Japanese manufacturer — came to us for a wrap. The owner brought it straight from the dealership, requesting the best possible protection against chemical and mechanical damage. Our specialists listened to the client’s wishes, consulted with him, and decided to fully protect the Highlander with a polyurethane film. This protection method is considered the most effective and long-lasting. We’ll explain the benefits of the material and the service process in more detail in this review.

Why it’s worth wrapping your car: 5 benefits of timely protection

Polyurethane is considered the favorite among other coatings in terms of protection reliability and film durability. The material stands out for its good thickness, stretch factor, temperature resistance, and special properties. We’ll cover all of these further.

For now, let’s highlight the main reasons to wrap a Highlander in film:

Protection from scratches and more serious mechanical damage. The film’s properties are enough to prevent the original paint from being scratched by sandblasting, bitumen, tree branches, or rocks hitting the body. The polyurethane film will also protect the Toyota Highlander from minor accidents. The part will remain intact, eliminating the need for repainting.
Protection from chemicals. Harmful substances damage the appearance of the body just as much as scratches do, leaving stains and causing corrosion. With the film, these effects are not a concern for the vehicle.
No special care required. After wrapping, the Highlander will only need washing. Polishing and other special services won’t be necessary.
Preservation of appearance for years. One wrap can last up to 10 years of active use. During this time, there’s no need to worry about the condition of the Toyota Highlander’s body in the film.
Benefits when reselling the car on the secondary market. Wrapped cars are valued more because their condition is significantly better than cars without protection.

We recommend that our clients not wait for the first scratch or chip to appear on the body but to protect it from potential damage in advance. This will not only maintain the car’s attractive appearance for years but also save you a lot of time, money, and stress on potential repairs of an unwrapped body.

More about the properties of the polyurethane film for the Highlander

At CarEngineering studio, our specialists work only with original polyurethane from manufacturers such as Stek, Llumar, and other well-known brands. We purchase materials from reliable suppliers and always check the films for freshness and defects.

Only original films combine all the best protective qualities. These include:

Thickness of 150 to 210 microns. The higher this characteristic, the more reliable the protection level.
Temperature resistance. Provides consistent protection year-round. The film doesn’t crack or deform due to temperature fluctuations.
Self-healing. The polyurethane’s top layer (Top Coat) can self-repair scratches that appear during driving. To do this, the car just needs to sit for a few hours under the warm sun.
Long-lasting use. The minimum lifespan of polyurethane after wrapping the Highlander is 5 years. Some manufacturers, like Llumar, allow the film to be removed after 10 years. Importantly, the film remains smooth and shiny throughout its use, just like the body underneath.

Wrapping with protective polyurethane film is always a smart investment in your car’s appearance. After removing the film, the body will shine and leave no doubt about the correctness of the decision made years ago.

Full-body protection package: advantages of complete coverage

Each part of the body is exposed to damage in its own way. The front part is the first to get scratched. The likelihood of catching a stone on the hood or windshield is always higher. The rear part of the car is less susceptible to wear but still gets scratched by branches and sand and is exposed to chemicals.

Protection of high-impact areas such as bumpers, hoods, fenders, windshield pillars, parts of the roof, handle cups, and headlights is the minimum package that should be done for every car, whether it’s used in the city or off-road. If a client wants maximum protection from all sides, we offer full wrapping, which is what the owner chose for the Toyota Highlander.

With full wrapping, all body elements are covered except for the piano lacquer and rear optics, which can be wrapped separately for an additional fee. Full wrapping guarantees the absence of wear and damage across the entire perimeter of the vehicle, which is the main advantage of the package.

When choosing the service, it’s important to consider all the nuances. Keep in mind that with partial wrapping, the risk of chips and scratches on the rear part of the body remains. If repainting is necessary, the driver may face a shortage of parts on the market, and after painting, the part may differ in color from the rest of the car.

Key steps in applying the protective film on the Toyota Highlander: a careful and thorough approach is key to the best result

At CarEngineering, we have been helping drivers enhance their vehicles for over 10 years. In our work, we always prioritize quality, consider the smallest details, and focus on the client’s needs. When wrapping the Highlander in film, it’s important not only to apply the film correctly but also to thoroughly prepare the car.

We conduct:

Washing. Even a new car picks up its first dirt and dust when traveling from the dealership to the service center. For cars with long use, there may also be invisible dirt such as water spots. Our specialists thoroughly remove grease, dust, and dirt using special compounds and clay because the Highlander must be perfectly clean and smooth before wrapping.
Disassembly of certain parts. This is done only after client approval. Bumpers, door handles, mirrors, and moldings are removed to ensure the film can be applied correctly to joints and complex curves.

After the wrapping, the car just needs to dry, and it will be ready to meet its owner. Our specialists also installed an Android multimedia unit and completed full soundproofing to significantly increase driving comfort.