This tutorial demonstrates how to shape and apply vinyl wrap to the A-pillar of a silver 2013 to 2020 Subaru BRZ. The video shows an installer taking a straight strip of film and curving it along the pillar body line without overstretching.
Pillar Wrapping Steps
To curve and install material along the pillar, follow these steps:
- Cut a straight piece of vinyl wrap to fit the pillar length and remove about one foot of backing paper.
- Heat the material and pull outward and downward with tension to curve the film into place.
- Tack the center down and work out all trapped air.
- Lift the material for the next section, apply heat, and glass it down flat.
Handling Wrinkles and Discoloration
Horizontal wrinkles can happen when bending a straight piece around a curved edge. When wrinkles appear, tack the center of the film, pick it up, apply a little heat, and lay it back down. In some cases, simply picking the film up and laying it down without heat is enough to clear the wrinkles.
Make sure not to overheat the film or pull too hard while tensioning. Keeping the heat low and avoiding excessive pull prevents the vinyl from developing discoloration. Following this method allows you to manipulate the material section by section for a clean finish.
Aura Vinyl vinyl wrap features a cast polymer hybrid construction and German-made adhesive, providing pliability and repositioning support when working around pillars and tight contours.
FAQ
How do you bend a straight vinyl strip around an A-pillar?
Remove about a foot of backing paper, heat the material, and apply outward and downward tension to curve the film. Tack the center, smooth out the air, and glass each section down.
How do you fix horizontal wrinkles while wrapping a pillar?
Tack the center of the film, lift it up, apply a small amount of heat, and lay it back down. Sometimes you can simply lift the film and set it down without heat to reset it.
How do you avoid discoloring vinyl wrap on curved pillars?
Discoloration is avoided by not overheating the vinyl and not pulling the material too hard while shaping it.