Can a wrap go over the existing lettering?

It's better not to. Old lettering leaves raised edges that show through new film, and the new wrap would only be as secure as the old vinyl underneath. Taking the lettering off first, cleaning away the adhesive and checking for ghosting gives the wrap a smooth base. Removal is quoted as part of the job when it's needed.

Will the location in Maidstone affect the cost of van wraps?

Location is one factor among several, alongside size, material, access equipment and design time. Our guide range is £795–£3,850 per van + VAT; any travel, parking or access costs for your site in Maidstone are included in the written quote we confirm after a survey or artwork check, so you can see them before you commit.

How do I get a quote for van wraps in Maidstone?

Use the quote form, phone or WhatsApp and include a few photos, rough sizes and any logo files you have. We check the details, arrange a survey where one is needed, then send a fixed written price with a design drawn to scale. The quote is free, and nothing is made until you approve it.

Can graphics go on the rear windows?

Yes, on the rear windows, using perforated one-way vision film that lets the driver see out while passers-by see the print. It's used on vans with two exterior mirrors. The windscreen and front side windows must let through at least 75 per cent and 70 per cent of light respectively, so we keep graphics off those.

Do you need print-ready artwork for a van wrap?

No. A logo file, your brand colours and the wording you want are enough to start. The design is laid out on a scale template of your van, with each side, the front and the rear doors shown on the proof. If you already have a full wrap design, we check it against the template so nothing lands on a handle or door gap.

What can delay van wraps in Maidstone?

The usual causes are artwork changes after the proof stage, waiting for consent, access arrangements such as a council licence for scaffolding on the pavement, and weather for outdoor fitting. Jobs typically run smoothly once the proof is approved and any consent is in place, but we do not promise dates that depend on things outside our control.

Van wraps in Kent | Smart Signs

A van wrap is printed cast vinyl film, protected by a clear laminate, applied over a van's factory paint to cover some or all of its panels with your branding, colours and contact details.

Why choose van wraps in Kent?

A firm just starting out in Maidstone can look properly set up from the first job with a wrap rather than a magnetic sign on the door.
Queues on the main roads in and out of Maidstone give the driver behind you time to read a phone number on your rear doors.
If you trade across Kent as well as Maidstone, a wrapped van takes the same branding to every job without paying for advertising space.

Guide prices in Kent

Pricing for van wraps is worked out job by job, but the guide range is £795 to £3,850 per van + VAT. The table lists typical options. Your figure is confirmed only after a site survey or a check of the artwork you send.

Van wraps in Kent: guide prices, supplied and fitted
Item	Guide, ex VAT	Inc. VAT (20%)
Part wrap (sides and rear)	£795 – £1,850	£954 – £2,220
Full wrap, small or medium van	£1,950 – £2,950	£2,340 – £3,540
Full wrap, long-wheelbase or high-roof van	£2,450 – £3,850	£2,940 – £4,620

Guide prices start from £795 + VAT for a part wrap covering the sides and rear, typically up to £1,850 + VAT depending on van size and coverage. A full wrap is typically between £1,950 and £2,950 + VAT on a small or medium van, and £2,450 to £3,850 + VAT on a long-wheelbase or high-roof van.

Rules for vehicle graphics in Kent

Think road rules rather than planning rules. In England a vehicle normally used for driving is outside advertisement control, although parking one somewhere chiefly as a billboard can bring it back within the council's remit. Three checks matter more. Tell DVLA, via the V5C, and your insurer if the main colour changes. Keep the windscreen at 75% light transmission or better and the front side windows at 70% or better, as the 1986 Construction and Use Regulations require. And for lease vehicles, read the agreement for what it says about graphics and removal. We plan every layout around all three.

Options worth considering

Full wrap

Almost every painted exterior panel covered, for a new colour or an end-to-end design.

Colour change plus graphics

Plain coloured film over the whole van, with printed or cut graphics on top.

Reflective details

Retroreflective film for stripes or lettering that shows up in headlights.

Towns in Kent

Below: towns across Kent where Smart Signs handles van wraps. The service, the process and the guide prices are the same in each, and places missing from the list are covered as well.

Tell us where you are in Kent and what you need. We quote for van wraps free of charge, and the design proof always comes before any making or fitting.

Van wraps in Kent