How long does a van wrap last?

Manufacturers commonly rate quality cast wrap film for around 5–7 years on vertical panels such as the sides and rear doors. The roof and bonnet face the sun and weather directly, so they age faster. Colour, climate, parking and washing habits all make a difference, and a van kept out of direct sun and washed gently will usually look better for longer.

What makes van wraps more or less expensive?

Size and quantity come first, then the material or film, any lighting, the height of the work and the equipment needed to reach it, and the state of the surface or old sign being replaced. Against that, the guide for a job in Wellington is £795–£3,850 per van + VAT, confirmed after a survey or artwork check.

Do you cover smaller places near Wellington as well?

Yes. Our coverage is not limited to Wellington itself: nearby towns, industrial estates and business parks across Shropshire are included too. The process does not change with the postcode. Send photos and approximate sizes, and we will tell you whether a site visit is needed before we can give you a fixed price.

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.

Can you work to an opening date in Wellington?

Tell us the date when you enquire and we will say plainly whether it looks realistic. Timescales typically depend on how soon the proof is approved, how long production takes and whether consent is needed, which can take several weeks on its own. We plan around your date where we can, but we do not promise one we cannot control.

Can a wrap go over dents, rust or a respray?

A wrap follows the surface it's on, so dents and deep scratches still show through, and rust keeps spreading underneath. Poor resprays and failing lacquer are the bigger risk, because they can lift when the wrap is removed later. We check the paint before quoting and suggest any repairs that should happen first.

Van wraps in Wellington

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.

Van wraps in Wellington: the practical benefits

Every day your van spends parked outside a customer's house in Wellington is a day the neighbours see your name, services and number at eye level.
Planning to sell or hand back the van later? Keeping the paint covered while you work around Wellington can help it go back in better condition.
Slow school-run and commuter traffic through Wellington gives side panels time to be read, which rewards a short services list and large lettering.

What van wraps cost in Wellington

Below is the guide pricing we use for van wraps: from £795 up to £3,850 per van, before VAT. These are not fixed quotes. A written price follows once measurements are taken and your artwork has been checked.

Van wraps in Wellington: 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

The main drivers are van size, how much is covered, how complex the panels are, design time and whether old graphics have to come off first. Ribbed sides and deep recesses take longer to fit. All prices exclude VAT and are confirmed after we've checked your van details and artwork.

Options for your Wellington project

Colour change plus graphics

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

Part wrap

Sides and rear printed over your factory paint, which does part of the design work.

Gloss, satin or matt laminate

The laminate finish changes how colours look and how easily the van wipes clean.

Rules for vehicle graphics in Wellington

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.

Covering Wellington and Shropshire

Smart Signs works throughout Shropshire, Wellington included, and across the rest of the country. A survey visit is arranged for fitted and illuminated signs so nothing is guessed. Window, wall and vehicle graphics can usually be priced remotely from good photos and accurate measurements. The Wellington postcode districts we quote for include TF1 and TF5. Roughly 3.3 miles separate Wellington from Telford, which lies to the south-east.

Close to Wellington

Want a firm figure? Use the quote form to send images and dimensions of the site or vehicle. We will price van wraps at no charge and send a proof for your approval before production begins.

More signs in Wellington

All sign types in Wellington · Van wraps across Shropshire

Consent	Not usually needed for a working van; update the V5C if the main colour changes
Typical lead time	typically 1–3 weeks from approved proof; fitting typically 1–3 days per van
Typical lifespan	Manufacturers commonly rate cast wrap film around 5–7 years on vertical panels; roofs age faster