Removing Vehicle Graphics

They say that things change, so there may come a time when the vehicle graphics you selected seem a little dated. Perhaps the company logo, branding or messaging changed, or maybe it’s simply time for a new look. At SignWorks we generally inspect the vehicle to estimate how long the removal process will take, however, we bill these removals based on time and materials at our hourly shop rate. We do this because there is no way for us to know whether all the graphics came from the same source, were properly installed by a knowledgeable installer, or for us to know the environmental factors impacting the vehicle, such as exposure to harsh weather climates or cleaning procedures. There are instances where the vinyl comes off in, “fingernail-size pieces”, is flaky and brittle, and simply will not peel off easily. Obviously if the underlying surface was not properly painted e.g. primed, cured or properly cleaned prior to vinyl installation, then there may be problems.  In fact, the hood area, due to the addition of engine temperature, can sometimes be problematic.

Bear in mind that as vinyl ages, it becomes less flexible and more brittle. Typically a heat gun is used to make the vinyl more elastic and easier to peel. Also, there are products on the market used to revitalize the vinyl layer and make it temporarily more elastic while also weakening the adhesive layer.