Vehicle wrap removal is the process of warming old vinyl graphics until the film releases, peeling it away at a low angle, then cleaning off leftover adhesive so the paint is ready to sell, return or re-wrap.
Practical reasons to consider vehicle wrap and graphics removal in Catford
- Buyers of used vans in Catford and across Greater London often prefer a plain vehicle, so stripping old lettering can make a van easier to sell.
- Faded, cracked graphics on a van parked at Catford jobs send the wrong message, and taking them off is the first step to a fresh look.
- Several summers in an open yard in Catford usually leave film sun-baked, brittle and slower to remove, so allow for more careful work.
What vehicle wrap and graphics removal costs in Catford
Guide prices start from £245 and go up to £795 per vehicle, exclusive of VAT. The breakdown below shows where different sizes and options sit. Nothing is final until we have measured up or checked your artwork and sent a written quote.
| Item | Guide, ex VAT | Inc. VAT (20%) |
|---|---|---|
| Lettering or part graphics removal | £245 – £450 | £294 – £540 |
| Full wrap removal | £450 – £795 | £540 – £954 |
Guide prices start from £245 + VAT for removing lettering or part graphics, typically up to £450 + VAT. Full wrap removal is typically between £450 and £795 + VAT.
Options for your Catford project
Window film removal
One-way vision and lettering taken off glass without blades near heater lines.
Chevron and reflective film removal
Thicker retroreflective markings, which usually take longer than standard vinyl.
Full wrap removal
All wrapped panels stripped and cleaned, ready for return, sale or re-wrap.
Vehicle wrap and graphics removal in Catford: permission and rules
Removing graphics isn't usually a council matter. The point to watch is the V5C: if the wrap being removed changed the vehicle's main colour and DVLA was told at the time, update the colour back with DVLA and tell your insurer. Removing lettering or a part wrap over the original colour doesn't change the record. On a leased vehicle, check the return conditions for how graphics must be removed and how marks are charged. If the vehicle works on the highway, check whether your contract still needs Chapter 8 markings before they come off. These points are the same whether the vehicle is kept in England, Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland.
Covering Catford and Greater London
Smart Signs works throughout Greater London, Catford 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. Postcode districts around Catford include SE6, SE13, SE23 and SE4. Catford lies around 6.3 miles south-east of central London.
Also within reach of Catford
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- Vehicle wrap and graphics removal in Brixton 4 mi
Get a free quote for vehicle wrap and graphics removal: tell us what you need, attach pictures and approximate measurements, and we will come back with a price. Nothing is produced until you have approved the design proof.
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