STEK Clear Bra
Paint Protection Film (PPF) in Modesto, CA
Paint protection film, or PPF, is a clear urethane film applied over your paint to stop rock chips, scratches and bug damage. Skylab Ceramic Details installs STEK paint protection film in Modesto, from hoods and fenders to full fronts and whole cars. Call (209) 871-7060 for a free quote.
- 4.9 from 80 Google reviews
- GYEON Certified
- Owner on every car
Starting price: Free quote
Why people bring their cars to Skylab
- STEK film on hoods, fenders, full fronts or whole cars
- Pair film with a GYEON ceramic coating
- Owner Skylar handles every install himself
- 4.9 stars from 80 Google reviews
Schuyler (Skylar) Ricketts works on every car himself, in a studio built for paint: hexagon lighting, digital paint gauges and infrared curing.
What PPF does
PPF is a thick, clear film that takes the hit so your paint does not. It guards against rock chips, scuffs, bug splatter and light scratches, and it is nearly invisible once installed. Around Modesto, miles on Highway 99 and I-5 mean gravel and debris at speed, and the front of the car takes most of it. A ceramic coating cannot stop a chip. Film can.
How much coverage do you need?
Most owners start with the impact zones. A partial front covers the leading edge of the hood and fenders. A full front typically covers the whole hood, front fenders, bumper and mirrors. Full-car film covers every painted panel. Skylar will look at how you drive and what you want to protect, then quote the coverage that makes sense for you.
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PPF and ceramic coating together
Film and coating do different jobs. PPF stops chips. Ceramic coating adds gloss and makes washing easy. You can film the front and coat the rest of the car, or coat over the film too. Skylab does both under one roof, so the whole car is protected and finished to the same standard by the same person.
Questions
How much does PPF cost in Modesto?
It depends on coverage and the car. A partial front costs far less than a full car. Skylab quotes PPF for free after seeing the vehicle, so call (209) 871-7060 or request a quote with your car's year, make and model.
What is the difference between PPF and ceramic coating?
PPF is a physical film that absorbs rock chips and scratches. Ceramic coating is a thin liquid layer that adds gloss and makes water and dirt slide off. Film protects against impacts. Coating protects against grime and makes care easier. Many owners use both.
Is clear bra the same as PPF?
Yes. Clear bra is the older name for clear paint protection film on the front of a car. Today the film can cover anything from a hood to the whole vehicle. Skylab installs STEK film and quotes every job for free.
Should I get PPF on a new car?
New is the best time, before the first chip. Film goes on over fresh paint, so you keep the factory finish under it. If the paint already has swirls, Skylar can correct it first. Ask about pairing film with a ceramic coating.
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