PPF- Peeled or Unpeeled

[MsCarrieC]

Hi, new owner of Model 3, and about to take delivery of X. I am going to PPF both with DIY kits, but in the ordering process came across peeled or unpeeled. Can someone answer the question of the difference and why I would choose one or the other? Also for the 3, I am considering one of the less expensive options in case I mess it up and just because$$. Can someone comment on why or why not to do that? I understand yellowing in a couple of years and then I’d replace. Any help appreciated?

 

[Adam3]

I've never heard of such a thing. The website you are ordering from doesn't explain the differences?

 

[UncertainTimes]

Peeled as in they ship the PPF to you with the adhesive backing exposed? Lolwat

 

[stopcrazypp]

Hi, new owner of Model 3, and about to take delivery of X. I am going to PPF both with DIY kits, but in the ordering process came across peeled or unpeeled. Can someone answer the question of the difference and why I would choose one or the other? Also for the 3, I am considering one of the less expensive options in case I mess it up and just because$$. Can someone comment on why or why not to do that? I understand yellowing in a couple of years and then I’d replace. Any help appreciated?

The vendor you buy from should tell you for sure, but from a quick google, peeled simply means they peel off the excess PPF that is not part of the pattern, and unpeeled means they don't:

https://www.amazon.com/BOGAR-TECH-DESIGNS-Protection-Compatible/dp/B09VB4MNHC?th=1

If it were my choice, I would choose unpeeled especially if it's the same price. With unpeeled you get some scrap PPF that can be used for smaller areas (and things like HOV stickers if you have them) and perhaps areas you make a mistake, if the scrap piece is big enough.

 

[KenC]

Hi, new owner of Model 3, and about to take delivery of X. I am going to PPF both with DIY kits, but in the ordering process came across peeled or unpeeled. Can someone answer the question of the difference and why I would choose one or the other? Also for the 3, I am considering one of the less expensive options in case I mess it up and just because$$. Can someone comment on why or why not to do that? I understand yellowing in a couple of years and then I’d replace. Any help appreciated?

I would start with the flatter pieces, like hood, doors, rockers, then using that experience do the curvier bits like the fenders and bumpers. Also, the large pieces, it's nice to have someone help hold it. For the curvy bumper, budget plenty of time, because you'll need lots of patience.

 

[MsCarrieC]

I've never heard of such a thing. The website you are ordering from doesn't explain the differences?

They do not, hence the post. I see some great responses below.

 

[MsCarrieC]

The vendor you buy from should tell you for sure, but from a quick google, peeled simply means they peel off the excess PPF that is not part of the pattern, and unpeeled means they don't:

https://www.amazon.com/BOGAR-TECH-DESIGNS-Protection-Compatible/dp/B09VB4MNHC?th=1

If it were my choice, I would choose unpeeled especially if it's the same price. With unpeeled you get some scrap PPF that can be used for smaller areas (and things like HOV stickers if you have them) and perhaps areas you make a mistake, if the scrap piece is big enough.

Thank you, surprised I couldn’t find that and so agree, the extra pieces may com in handy.

 

[MsCarrieC]

Peeled as in they ship the PPF to you with the adhesive backing exposed? Lolwat

 

[blackT3$!@]

Hi, new owner of Model 3, and about to take delivery of X. I am going to PPF both with DIY kits

This is what I think of when I hear of "DIY PPF".

 

[MsCarrieC]

This is what I think of when I hear of "DIY PPF".
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Oh man, ick!