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HUMMER Paint Protection Film

PAINT PROTECTION FILM FOR VANCOUVER RICHMOND BURNABY SURREY LOWER MAINLAND, BC

WHAT IS PAINT PROTECTION FILM (CLEAR BRA) ?

Paint protection film is a clear protective layer cut to fit painted panels. It separates your paint from small stones, grit, sap, and light contact, but it cannot erase chips already in the paint. Gleamworks installs XPEL, STEK DYNOshield, and SunTek in gloss, satin, or matte, so the finish must suit the truck you own. Manufacturer film warranties run up to 9 years. On an H1, H2, or H3 with original paint, we inspect existing chips and marks before setting coverage. Parkade drips and construction dust matter because the film does not remove dirt or a mark you leave beneath it. The inspection lets you decide if front-end coverage or full-vehicle coverage fits the paint you want to retain.
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BENEFITS OF PAINT PROTECTION FILM

Vancouver has 169.5 days each year with measurable precipitation, so water often stays on a parked HUMMER long after a drive. As it dries, it can leave mineral marks; shaded parking also gives moss or algae a place to grow. That matters on surviving H1, H2, and H3 trucks, where keeping original paint clean can avoid later panel work. Paint protection film takes the first contact from road grit, sap, and light scuffs, though it cannot stop every hit. At Gleamworks, the Light Package starts at $1,299 for the half hood, half fenders, mirrors, and front bumper. HUMMER Vancouver owners who use tower parkades should protect the forward panels before drip marks and grit become a correction job. Choose partial coverage when those panels take the daily wear, or map full coverage for paint you want to keep untouched.

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PRICING FOR HUMMER

In the car graphics below, the areas in red indicate coverage area, not colour. Paint protection film comes is transparent and can have either a gloss or matte finish.

 
paint- protection film standard package

PPF LIGHT PACKAGE

  • Covers half hood
  • Covers half fenders
  • Covers mirrors
  • Front bumper

From $1299

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paint protection film ultimate package

PPF GOLD PACKAGE

  • Covers full hood
  • Covers full fenders
  • Covers mirrors
  • Front bumper
  • Headlight

From $1799

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paint protection film platinum package

PPF PLATINUM PACKAGE

  • Covers full vehicle.

From $4699

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ADDITIONAL OPTIONS

BAGGAGE REST

paint protection film rocker cover

ROCKER COVERS

DOOR SILLS (PAIR)

FAQ

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How long does it take to apply paint protection film?

No honest shop can give one application time for every older HUMMER. The panel count, chosen coverage, condition of the paint, and access around trim change the booking. Gleamworks has worked in protection for nine years, so we plan the job around the truck in front of us rather than promise a stock timetable. An H3 with front-end coverage needs a different plan than an H1 or H2 receiving full coverage. We also allow time to inspect paint that has sat under parkade drips or construction dust, since trapped grit should not sit beneath new film. Bring the truck in for an inspection, then decide on coverage from its paint condition and how you use it.

Are there any special care instructions for paint protection film?

Care is simple, but Vancouver’s 1,119.2 mm of annual rain makes drying the truck as important as washing it. Rinse off brine and salt after Highway 1, a ferry deck, or a ski-road trip, including wheel wells and rocker areas. Use clean wash mitts, then dry without rubbing construction dust across the film. In a tower parkade, wash drip marks away before they dry into mineral residue, and do not let damp leaves or cottonwood fluff sit at an edge. Avoid harsh scraping at seams, and ask us before using a polish near them. If sap lands on the hood, soften and wash it off rather than scrape it. Check the lower doors after wet freeway drives. For an H1, H2, or H3 that spends time outdoors, this care limits the grit and salt that can work at exposed edges.

What happens if the film gets scratched?

A mark on the film needs an inspection before anyone tries to polish it. We check whether the mark sits in the film or has reached the paint, then discuss cleaning, a local film replacement, or paint repair as the case calls for. Do not assume a deep scrape stopped at the surface. Vancouver’s December mean daily minimum is 1.2 °C, and water in a chip can move through freeze-thaw cycles instead of sitting dry. That risk matters on an older H2 with original panels. A single panel repaint at a Metro Vancouver body shop is typically in the range of $600–$1,500. Comparing that range with a repair to the covered section gives you a sound basis for the next step.

Can paint protection film be removed?

Film can be removed, but we inspect its age, edge condition, and the paint beneath it before we plan the work. The 12-year extended warranty is available when STEK Final Coat is added; warranty coverage does not turn the film into a permanent change to your truck. On an older H1, H2, or H3, that inspection matters because original panels may carry old chips or prior repair work. Coastal salt air and damp parkade conditions can also leave grime along exposed edges. The inspection tells you whether removal or replacing that section makes more sense.

What kind of vehicles can use PPF?

These older trucks all qualify: we can protect H1, H2, and H3 painted panels in the areas that face the most wear. A Platinum Package starts at $4,699 for a full vehicle, while smaller plans can target the front end, rocker covers, door sills, or the loading lip. That choice often suits a surviving HUMMER whose original paint has already seen years of local use. Tower parkade dust, salt on winter routes, and ferry spray do not hit every panel equally. Map coverage around the routes and panels that take the damage, rather than paying for areas your truck rarely exposes.

What areas of Vancouver do you serve?

We provide paint protection film to Vancouver, Richmond and Lower Mainland clients.

Gleamworks Detailing & Ceramic Coating
By appointment only.
5-8855 Laurel Street,
Vancouver, BC, Canada V6P 3V9.
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How much does Hummer PPF cost in Vancouver?

For a Hummer, paint protection film starts at $1,299 for the Light Package, $1,799 for Gold, and $4,699 for full coverage. The final quote follows truck size, panel shape, and chosen coverage. Light protects the main front strike area, while Platinum wraps the whole truck.

Should I choose a paint shop for Hummer PPF?

Use a specialist rather than a generic installer for an older Hummer. Gleamworks installs XPEL, STEK DYNOshield, or SunTek and checks the paint before fitting film. A generic quote may not state the film brand, covered panels, or warranty terms. The difference should buy documented coverage, clean edges, and a manufacturer warranty of up to 9 years.

What are the drawbacks of Hummer PPF?

The real drawbacks are cost, prep time, and visible risk if the work is poor. Film can be cut or torn by a hard hit, and it will not stop every scrape. Bad seams, trapped dirt, or lifted edges look worse than bare paint. Gleamworks can polish swirl marks before installation, but deep chips still need repair.

How long does Hummer PPF last?

Expect quality film to carry a manufacturer warranty of up to 9 years. Sun, grit, neglected washing, and brine shorten its useful life, especially on leading edges and rocker areas. Adding STEK Final Coat can extend the available warranty to 12 years. That warranty covers the film product under its terms, not collision damage or every road impact.

What damages Hummer paint protection film?

Avoid brush tunnels, dirty mitts, harsh solvents, and pressure aimed into film seams. Do not pick at an edge or use abrasive pads to remove sap or tar. These habits can dull the finish, trap grit, or lift an edge. Wash contamination off promptly and ask before using a strong cleaner on matte or satin film.

Can I wash a Hummer with PPF?

Hand washing is safest for protected Hummers. Touchless bays are generally safe, while brush washes can grind grit over the film. A pressure washer is fine if you keep the stream moving and avoid blasting directly at edges, seams, and damaged spots. Use a clean mitt and pH-neutral car shampoo, then dry without rubbing hard.

Is Hummer PPF worth it in Vancouver?

Yes, paint protection film makes sense in Vancouver for a Hummer that sees wet roads. The city records 169.5 days with measurable precipitation each year, and standing water leaves mineral spots after drying. Brine and grit from the Sea-to-Sky Highway hit tall front panels and rockers. Film takes that wear first, though it still needs regular washing.

Does PPF protect Hummer collector value?

Keeping original paint matters more on a Hummer because surviving trucks are older and correct replacement panels can be hard to source. A panel repaint at a Metro Vancouver body shop typically runs $600–$1,500. Film helps avoid some chip-driven refinishing, which may cut later reconditioning cost. Keep the invoice and coverage record for a future collector-focused buyer.

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