Full wrap
Covers the whole vehicle except the windows, in a wide range of coloured and textured films. From a few paces it reads as paint.
- Whole vehicle
- Paint-like finish
Vehicle wrapping · St Albans, Hertfordshire
Car wrapping in St Albans.
A full vinyl wrap gives your car a paint-like finish in a new colour, and it comes off again when you want to sell. Full wraps, partial wraps and de-chrome, by installers with over 20 years' experience.
12 monthsWarranty on all vinyl wrapping
About 5 yearsTypical life of most vinyl
RemovableBack to original paint to sell
20 yearsInstaller experience
How much to wrap
All of it, or the parts that matter.
You do not have to wrap the whole car to change it. Pick the coverage that gets the look you want for the budget you have.
Wrap or respray
Why wrap instead of paint.
A respray is permanent. A wrap is a decision you can undo.
ReversibleRemove the wrap and sell the car in its original colour. A red Ferrari is easier to sell than a blue one.
5 yearsMost vinyl lasts about five years, so it suits how long people keep a car.
HonestVinyl is thin. It will not hide rust, chips or key lines, so we check the paint with you first.
TimingHad a respray? Wait at least 12 months before wrapping over it.
DVLAA colour-change wrap means updating your V5C. It is a legal requirement and takes minutes.
How it works
From colour swatch to collection.
The paint check in step two saves disappointment later.
- 01
Tell us the car
Make, model, and the colour or finish you have in mind. A photo helps.
- 02
Paint check
Vinyl shows what is underneath. We look at chips, rust and repairs with you before quoting.
- 03
Choose the film
Pick from coloured and textured films, and decide on full or partial coverage.
- 04
Wrapping
Panels are cleaned and prepared, then wrapped by hand at our gated unit.
- 05
Collect
We hand the car back with aftercare advice and a reminder to tell the DVLA and your insurer.
Warranty, price and timing
The practical bit.
WarrantyA 12-month warranty comes with all our vinyl wrapping. Terms and conditions apply. Warranty details
PriceDepends on the size of the vehicle, the coverage and the film. Send the car and the idea for a fixed quote.
TimeConfirmed with your quote. A full wrap needs the car for longer than a de-chrome.
Vehicle wrapping FAQs
Asked a lot.
What is the difference between a full wrap and a partial wrap?
A full wrap covers the whole vehicle except the windows. A partial wrap covers only some areas, such as a roof and bonnet, or the rear doors and side panels of a van carrying an advert.
How long does a car wrap last?
Wraps are temporary by design. Most vinyl lasts about five years.
Will the vinyl damage my paintwork?
Not if the paintwork is in good condition when the wrap is applied.
Will a wrap cover rust, chips and scuffs?
No. The vinyl is very thin, so chips, key lines, rust and poor paintwork will show through.
Is a vehicle wrap easy to remove?
It takes time, because the vinyl has to withstand weather and road wear, and the longer it has been on the longer removal takes. Removal should not damage paint that was in good condition when the wrap went on. We cannot guarantee the quality of factory paint, so we accept no responsibility for paint damage after removal.
How does the vinyl stay on? Is it glued?
The vinyl comes on a roll with a peel-off backing, much like a sticker. The adhesive side bonds to the panel for a smooth finish.
Why a wrap and not a respray?
A wrap is a short-term colour change and a respray is permanent. You can remove a wrap and sell the car in its original colour.
Can I wrap individual parts of my vehicle?
Yes. Bonnets and roofs are popular choices for a customised look.
How soon after a respray can you wrap a car?
Wait at least 12 months after a respray before applying a wrap.
Will a wrap affect my insurance premium?
That depends on your insurer and whether it treats a wrap as a modification. Check with them first.
Do I need to tell the DVLA about a colour-change wrap?
Yes. It is a legal requirement to tell the DVLA about a colour change by updating your registration certificate (V5C).
More answers on the FAQs page.
Customer reviews
From wrap customers.
Reviews from customers of Herts Tints & Wraps. Read the full set on Google or the reviews page.
Quick turnaround, good quality, and said he would use the studio again.
Fast turnaround, a good price and a high standard of work.
“Top service from start to finish!”
Felt reassured by the advice, got progress updates on Instagram and plenty of compliments afterwards.
Often booked together
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A wrap changes the colour. These finish the job.
Get a quote
Tell us the car and the colour.
You do not need to know the name of the service. Give us the vehicle and the result you want, add a photo if you have one, and we will come back with the right option and a price.
Or call 01727 872 069, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5:30pm.