Signs of a Bad-Quality Clear Bra Installation: How to Spot Them

An Overview of How It's Installed

A clear bra application is typically for the front of the vehicle. This is where most debris and damage occurs to a car, so this is where the installation typically happens.

It covers the hood, fenders, and bumper.

However, if you want, a paint protection film can also be put on other parts of the vehicle. As the owner of the car, it is up to you where you put the PPF installation.

When you install it, you will not notice it because the film is invisible. Therefore, it will not affect the appearance of the vehicle once it is applied.

The Process of Installation Explained

Before the film is installed, the car's surface is thoroughly cleaned and prepared. Once the vehicle is clean enough, the film will be cut and fit to the car's contours. 

Once the film is put onto the vehicle, any bubbles or wrinkles in the film itself must be smoothed out. This will ensure you cannot see the protective film on the car. 

Bubbles in the Film

If you notice any air bubbles in the paint protection film, this is a clear sign that the installation was not done correctly. As a result, it will look somewhat distorted on your car.

Not only that, but it will also not be as protective for your car.

As frustrating as a poorly done clear bra application can look, it is more frustrating that one done incorrectly will also not offer as much protection! You don't want to deal with that.

You Can See Visible Edges

Another sign of clear bra damage or a bad installation is if you notice visible edges of the clear bra. Again, this is a sign that it is time to get a new PPF installation. 

The Film Is Full of Wrinkles

If you notice that your paint protection film has a lot of creases in it, this will not be a good look for your vehicle.

Every time you pass your car or get into your vehicle, you'll feel like something is, well, off. And there are few things more frustrating than that!

Since you are paying for this vehicle, you want to ensure it looks good! To make the appearance of the car look good, you want to ensure there are no wrinkles or creases in the PPF.

Getting it professionally done will reduce the risk of a wrinkly appearance.

You See Discoloration 

There are different qualities of clear bra film. A high-quality film will not discolor when exposed to UV lights or solar radiation. However, a lower-quality film can quickly change color or take on a yellow tinge after too much contact with UV radiation.

So, before getting an installation, ask the clear bra services center what materials they use.

The last thing you want is clear bra protection on your car that looks discolored. This not only impacts the color of the paint you probably paid a bit extra for, but it also doesn't look good.

It Feels Rough to the Touch

If you notice that the clear bra has a weird or rough texture, you will likely need a new installation. This could indicate that the cleaning was not thorough before applying the protection film.

While that could be the case, it could also indicate that the clear bra's material was lower-quality.