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Whether it's a full car wrap, a truck wrap, or a commercial van wrap — the vinyl you choose determines whether your wrap survives two Dallas-Fort Worth summers or seven. We exclusively use cast vinyl wrap films from 3M 2080 Series and Avery Dennison SW900 because they conform to compound curves without shrinking, lifting, or cracking in Texas heat. Calendared vinyl is cheaper — and it shows within 12 months.

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Wrap Options

We match film type, finish, and application method to your vehicle's body lines and how you use it. Every wrap starts with a thorough surface inspection.

Color Change Wraps

Full-body transformation using cast vinyl from 3M 2080 or Avery Dennison SW900. Choose from 300+ car wrap colors — matte black, satin black, gloss black, metallic, color-shift, and every finish in between. Fully reversible — your factory paint stays protected underneath.

Chrome Delete

Eliminate factory chrome trim for a blacked-out or color-matched look using Avery Dennison conformable trim wraps. We heat-form around every window seal and emblem edge for clean, permanent adhesion.

Commercial Fleets

Turn your work vehicles into rolling billboards. We handle design, production, and installation for single vans to 50+ vehicle fleets. Fleet wraps generate 30,000–70,000 daily impressions in Dallas-Fort Worth traffic.

The Metroplex Advantage

Why Choose
Metroplex?

We're 3M and Avery Dennison certified installers — not a sign shop that also does wraps. Our team has wrapped everything from Corvette C8s with extreme compound curves to 53-foot commercial trailers. Every wrap is installed in our climate-controlled bay where temperature and humidity are locked in for optimal adhesion.

3M & Avery Certified

Our installers hold active certifications from both 3M and Avery Dennison. This gives you access to manufacturer-backed warranties up to 7 years — not a shop warranty, a manufacturer warranty.

Cast Vinyl Only

We refuse to install calendared vinyl on vehicles. Cast films (3M 2080, Avery SW900) are thinner, more conformable, and dimensionally stable — meaning they won't shrink on complex curves in Texas heat cycles.

Post-Heat Every Edge

After installation, we post-heat every edge, seam, and tuck point with a calibrated heat gun to activate the adhesive's memory. This prevents the lifting and peeling that plagues shops that skip this critical step.

Premium vehicle wrap installation at Metroplex Customs in Irving, TX
Pro Tip from the Shop

Cast vinyl (3M 2080) is mandatory for complex curves — period. We've seen calendared vinyl shrink and pull back on Corvette C8 rear bumpers, Porsche 911 wheel arches, and RAM 1500 power dome hoods after just one Dallas-Fort Worth summer. Calendared film is made by pressing — it has a molecular memory that wants to return to flat. Cast film is poured — it has no memory, so it stays where you put it. The material cost difference is about 20%. The redo cost when the cheap stuff fails is 100%.

— Metroplex Tech Team

The Process

01

Design Consultation

We discuss your color and finish preferences, assess your paint condition, and provide a detailed quote with a realistic timeline.

02

Disassembly & Prep

We remove trim, badges, door handles, and mirrors for seamless wrap edges. Full decontamination wash and IPA wipe-down before a single panel is wrapped.

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Expert Installation

Panel-by-panel application in our climate-controlled bay. Every piece is heat-formed, stretched to factory body lines, and trimmed for invisible seams.

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Post-Heat & Reassembly

Every edge and tuck point gets post-heat treatment for permanent adhesion. Trim is reinstalled, and a final walk-around inspection completes the job.

Avoid These Pitfalls

Common Mistakes We Fix

We regularly re-wrap vehicles from other shops. These are the failures we see most often.

Calendared Vinyl on Complex Curves

Calendared vinyl shrinks on compound curves like Corvette C8 bumpers and RAM power dome hoods after thermal cycling in Dallas-Fort Worth summer heat (60°F nights → 105°F days). We only use cast films that are dimensionally stable.

Automatic Brush Wash on Wrapped Cars

Automated car washes with spinning brushes catch wrap edges and peel them back. We coach every customer on touchless-only washes and provide a detailed aftercare guide with every wrap job.

Skipping Post-Heat on Edges

Vinyl adhesive requires activation by heat to reach full strength. Shops that skip post-heating see edge lifting within weeks, especially in the Dallas-Fort Worth heat cycle. We post-heat every edge, every seam, every tuck.

Wrapping Over Damaged Paint

Vinyl won't fix existing rust, deep scratches, or peeling clear coat — it telegraphs every defect. We inspect and spot-fix paint issues before installation so the wrap lays perfectly flat.

Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Cast vinyl (3M 2080, Avery SW900) is manufactured by pouring liquid material — it's thinner, more conformable, and dimensionally stable with no shrinkage memory. Calendared vinyl is pressed through rollers, making it thicker and more rigid with a molecular memory that causes shrinkage on curves over time. We exclusively use cast films.

Cast vinyl wraps from 3M and Avery Dennison last 5–7 years in Dallas-Fort Worth conditions with proper care. Key factors: park in shade or garage when possible, hand-wash only (no brush washes), and apply a spray sealant every 3–4 months. Garaged wraps regularly exceed the 7-year mark.

No — a properly installed and properly removed wrap actually preserves your factory paint by shielding it from UV, bird droppings, road tar, and minor impacts. When we remove a wrap, the paint underneath is typically in better condition than exposed panels.

Absolutely — this is where cast vinyl and installer skill matter most. We've wrapped Corvette C8s, Porsche 911s, and other heavily sculpted vehicles using 3M 2080 cast film and extensive heat-forming. The key is using cast (not calendared) vinyl and post-heating every compound curve.

A full color change wrap typically takes 3–5 business days depending on vehicle complexity. This includes trim removal, surface prep, installation, post-heat treatment, and reassembly. Chrome deletes and partial wraps can be completed in 1–2 days.

Hand wash with pH-neutral automotive soap — avoid automated brush washes. Use touchless washes if you're in a pinch. Apply a vinyl-safe spray sealant (we recommend Gyeon Wetcoat) every 3–4 months. Park in shade or garage when possible to maximize film lifespan in the Dallas-Fort Worth sun.

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Get a free, no-obligation quote for your vehicle wrap project. We'll walk you through cast vinyl options, color matching, and realistic timelines based on your vehicle's complexity.