Beautiful, durable MPF protects Sarasota boats from UV, saltwater, and more.
As much as we love being out on the water, the marine environment can wreak havoc on your boat’s exterior. The constant exposure to sunshine (especially UV rays) and water (especially saltwater) causes your boat’s surfaces (especially your hull) to age prematurely—both in appearance and in durability
And it’s not just the elements. Consider how often your boat encounters corrosive bird droppings and pollutants. And no matter how careful you are, your hull is bound to rub up against dock pilings and bumper guards, or get dinged by anchors, ladders, trailers and so much more.
The solution? Marine protection film (MPF), a simple but amazingly durable finish that safeguards your boats gel coat and all the valuable things it contains.
What is MPF?
Marine protection film, or boat protection film, is a thin, transparent, pliable coating made of thermoplastic polyurethane and professionally installed on your boat’s exterior, over the gel coat. Its purpose is to protect those surfaces from a number of risk factors your boat encounters every day, including UV rays, saltwater, and even dings and scratches.
Inhibits Fading and Corrosion
Any Sarasota boat owner knows one of the biggest risks to your boat’s paint job is time itself. The very nature of boating is to be out in the sun, on the saltwater—and both of those things promote fading, and fast.
Even though it’s transparent, MPF actually blocks UV rays from reaching your paint job. And of course, it’s water-tight and also possesses hydrophobic properties, so the saltwater won’t penetrate either. When the UV and saltwater can’t get there, the paint doesn’t fade.
Shields from Scratches
Even the best driver is going to get a ding now and then. Boats naturally bump into or rub up against docks and trailers, so it’s not unusual to see a brilliant paint job marred by a scratch. (Usually happens about a week after the new paint, too.)
MPF, as the name says, protects your gel coat by acting like a shield on the surface. It’s about twice as thick as a standard wrap film, so damaging dings never get through. But that’s not all…
MPF can actually “heal” itself from minor scuffs and scratches. When you do see a mark on your hull, just give it a quick rub—you’ll find that that scratch disappears. And that’s not something you can do with scratched paint.
Looks Great
While MPF is fundamentally transparent, it is available in a variety of colors and finishes. So not only are you getting the protection benefits, you’re also getting a boat that looks amazing, whether you want that straight-up shine or something more textured.
Won’t Damage Your Gel Coat
When it does come time to replace your protection film, or if you just want to change it up, you don’t have to be concerned about damaging the gel coat in the removal process. Our experts can make sure your boat retains its sharp looks without any additional touch-ups.
Less Maintenance, More Time on the Water
Without MPF, you’re relying on wax jobs to keep your boat’s surfaces safe. And waxing takes a lot of time and effort. And there’s still a good chance your paint will get damaged sooner or later.
A scratched or faded paint job isn’t just heartbreaking; it’s time-consuming. Between prep time, painting, and drying, a new paint job will keep your boat out of commission for at least a week.
At Wraps on Right, we professionally install custom marine protection film on Sarasota boats in a day or less. Get in, get out, and get back on the water!
MPF is a Long-term Solution for Sarasota Boats
Sarasota boating is a way of life around here. But the more you’re on the water, the more your boat has to endure. Boat protection film is designed specifically to repel the elements and withstand the wear and tear that can otherwise shorten the life span of your paint job and your boat itself.
When you buy a boat, you’re in it for the long haul. MPF will be right there with you, ensuring that when you’re ready to take the boat out, your boat will be ready, too.
