Road Impact
The film helps protect covered paint from stone chips, grit and minor road debris.
Paint protection film
PPF for the Road Ahead
Car paint protection film adds a flexible physical barrier over suitable painted panels. Choose KAVACA to retain the original colour, or Ceramic Pro SHIFT to transform it.
A physical layer over paint
A Flexible Barrier for Your Paint
Paint protection film—often shortened to PPF and sometimes called stone guard or clear bra—is a flexible polyurethane film fitted over suitable painted panels.
Its job is physical protection. On covered areas, the film meets stone chips, road debris, minor abrasions and common contamination before the factory clear coat beneath it.
The right product and coverage depend on the vehicle, its paint condition, how it is driven and whether the original colour should remain visible.
Speak with an authorised applicatorWhat PPF is designed to do
Protection You Can See Working
PPF is a replaceable protective layer fitted to selected panels. It does not make a vehicle damage-proof, but it gives exposed paint a purposeful barrier against everyday road use.
Professional inspection, preparation, installation and aftercare all influence the finished result.
Surface Marks
Minor marks in suitable self-healing film surfaces can reduce with heat.
Daily Exposure
The replaceable film layer meets common contamination before the paint beneath it.
Two Ceramic Pro PPF pathways
Keep the Colour or Change It
Begin with the visual outcome. Both pathways add physical paint protection, but they solve different styling goals.
Keep the original colour
Explore KAVACA PPF
KAVACA PPF
Choose clear gloss PPF when the paint colour should remain visible, with matte and black options available for selected finish changes.
Clear protectionRetain the colour beneath
Finish optionsGloss, matte and black
120+Colours globally
Ceramic Pro SHIFT
Choose colour PPF when a new colour and physical paint protection should be delivered in the same professional installation.
Colour rangeMore than 120 global colours
Protective filmColour through pigment-embedded TPU
Coverage follows the risk
Protect the Panels That Take the Hits
There is no single coverage plan for every vehicle. An authorised applicator can match the installation to the panels most exposed by the way the vehicle is used.
Discuss coverage with an applicatorDifferent layers, different jobs
Film and Coating Solve Different Problems
PPF and ceramic coating can form part of the same protection plan, but one should not be described as a substitute for the other.
Paint Protection Film
A flexible, replaceable layer intended to help absorb stone chips, road debris and minor abrasions on covered panels.
Explore KAVACA PPFCeramic Coating
A liquid-applied protective system designed to support gloss, chemical resistance and easier ongoing care—not absorb stone impact.
Explore car ceramic coatingCommon questions
PPF FAQs
The essentials before choosing a product and coverage plan.
What does paint protection film protect against?
PPF is designed to help protect covered painted panels from stone chips, road debris, minor abrasions and common environmental contamination. It cannot prevent every chip, deep cut, dent or paint defect.
What is the difference between KAVACA and SHIFT?
KAVACA is the pathway for retaining the original colour or selecting a defined matte or black finish. SHIFT is coloured TPU paint protection film designed to change the visible colour while adding physical protection.
How much of the vehicle should be covered?
Coverage can range from targeted impact zones to full-front, extended or full-vehicle installations. The best option depends on the vehicle, paint condition, driving exposure and budget.
What affects the cost of paint protection film?
PPF cost depends on the vehicle, film selected, number and complexity of panels, paint preparation and the coverage plan. An authorised applicator can inspect the vehicle and provide a tailored quote.
Does PPF self-heal?
Suitable films use a self-healing top surface that can reduce minor marks with heat. Chips, deep cuts, dents and damaged paint do not self-heal.
Can PPF and ceramic coating be used together?
They can form part of the same protection plan because they solve different problems. Product compatibility, installation order and suitable surfaces should be confirmed by an authorised applicator.
Can paint protection film be removed?
Professional removal is possible, but the underlying paint condition and any previous repairs matter. Older, damaged or repainted panels should be assessed before installation or removal.
How long does paint protection film last?
Service life depends on the selected film, installation, exposure, storage and maintenance. Ask the applicator to explain the current Australian product and warranty terms for the proposed installation.
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Start With the Right Coverage
Connect with an authorised Ceramic Pro applicator for a paint inspection and a PPF recommendation based on your vehicle, driving and preferred finish. Professional installers can explore Ceramic Pro Smart Cut PPF cutting software for vehicle patterns, AI Auto Layout and plotter-ready workflows.
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