“Black is back” is just another way of saying that black has never left. Technically the absence of all colors and light, black is considered as a powerful color. Though often associated with death, evil, and mourning, black also exudes authority, distinction, elegance, mystery, power, sophistication, stability, and strength.

SchwabenFolia Wiesmann MF5 V10 Roadster Matte Black Foil Wrap

SchwabenFolia Wiesmann MF5 V10 Roadster

Season after season, fashion experts declare a certain color or trend as the “new black” in recognition of black’s universal appeal, sophistication, and staying power (think tuxedoes and little black dresses). Black belts are symbols of expertise in most disciplines of martial arts. Authority figures like judges, priests, and referees wear black. Status symbols like expensive gadgets (Blackberrys, iPads, iPhones, and iPods) and limousines come in black.

Choice Of Wrap

If you want your car to radiate the elegance and luxuriousness of a classic black limousine, you have two choices: an expensive custom paint job or a custom black car wrap. If you go for the latter, you can choose between carbon fiber vinyl and matte vinyl car wraps.

Carbon fiber vinyl film gives your car the same stylish look of a high-end race car, which uses carbon fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP), at a fraction of the cost. The sleek black carbon fiber vinyl has a 3D texture that reflects light, with the highlights of the pattern changing depending on the viewing angle.

Matte black vinyl car wraps, on the other hand are a smooth vinyl wrap that provides the appearance of rough graphite. It does not glare under any type of lighting. If you’re thinking of turning your car into a black beauty, you’ll need to learn how to apply carbon fiber vinyl or matte vinyl on metal surfaces.

Here Are A Few Tips That Will Help You Get Started:

Keep Your Working Area Clean: Clean means dirt and dust free! Clean the surface thoroughly with detergent and rinse with water, the surfaces that will be wrapped with carbon fiber vinyl usually need to be cleaned with a surface preparation system. Wear protective gloves and use kitchen sponge to apply the cleaner and dry the surface with a heat gun.
Preparation: To prep the carbon fiber vinyl or matte vinyl you will need to pull out the roll of vinyl and cut enough material to cover the surface. Enough means you have some allowance to ensure that the cut is not too small. This will help you avoid wasting precious vinyl.
Application: After cutting the vinyl to fit the surface that will be wrapped, peel off the protective side or adhesive cover starting from the back edge. Ask someone to help if you can’t peel it off by yourself. Center the piece over the surface being wrapped and apply the vinyl. Use a plastic burnisher or another tool to smooth out any bubbles. A heat gun will help you smooth out the vinyl and fit it to any curves.
Cleaning Up The Edges: Use a crafting knife to cut off excess vinyl that is still visible. You will then want to force all the vinyl edges down after trimming. Smooth down and heat all of the edges once the excess vinyl is removed and the surface has been wrapped.

If you’re not too confident with your wrapping skills, you can always go to a large format printing and graphic design company that specializes in car wraps and vehicle graphics. Here are some examples of black carbon fiber and matte black car wraps:

ADI Carbon Fiber Bentley

Carbon Fiber Bentley