Method and apparatus for protecting an exterior of a vehicle

Abstract

A method and apparatus for protecting an area of an exterior of a vehicle from damage due to contact from debris and other objects. The method comprises the steps of forming a template by tracing the area to be protected, position template over material used to form protective covering and cutting protective covering to match traced pattern. Once cut, the protective covering is divided into pieces having dimensions less than 18 inches by 18 inches. The area to be protected is then cleaned and dried. After cleaning, the area should be waxed and buffed. If the area has been oxidized or is abused a compound should be applied prior to waxing. The protective cover is grasped, the static charge is increased by rubbing with a cloth or applying a desiccant and positioned over the area to be protected. A force is applied towards the area to be protected causing the protective cover to adhere to the area by static electricity. The process is repeated with each section of the protective cover until the desired area is covered by the protective cover. The protective cover is preferably formed from 'FLEXcon CV-800 100PW' or a Poly Vinyl Chloride with a high concentration of plasticizer. The protective cover is also pliable, clear and transparent so as not to affect the appearance of the vehicle when applied. Furthermore, it is easily removed by grasping a corner thereof and applying a force in a direction away from the vehicle.