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Colored PPF – TPU Color Change Paint Protection Film

SolarPro TPU color PPF puts the pigment inside the film — vivid color and PPF-grade paint protection in one co-extruded layer.

A color change PPF for distributors and installers: 45+ gloss, satin and matte colors, a self-healing topcoat and 1.52 × 15 m rolls, supplied factory-direct to 20+ countries.

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Car wrapped in color-shift colored PPF — purple-to-green TPU color change paint protection film
8 yrsService life vs 2–3 for PVC wraps
Color-shiftPigment fused inside the TPU
>95%Mirror-gloss reflectance
5layersCo-extruded film structure
45colorsMetal · Diamond · Crystal · Special
<30%Diffuse reflectance on matte PPF
4th genPolycaprolactone TPU substrate
Factory DirectBuy from the PPF manufacturer
OEM / ODM AvailablePrivate label & custom colors
ISO 9001 · IATF 16949Certified quality management
Sample Program AvailablePick colors, get swatches

45+ colored PPF shades, four finishes of light

Metallic, diamond-sparkle, crystal-gloss and textured colored PPF — every swatch below is a real film sample. Tap one to preview it.

A fast-growing category built on real vehicle economics

Growth in paint protection film is driven by rising demand for premium and luxury vehicles, growing consumer awareness about protecting resale value, and continuous innovation in self-healing and hydrophobic film technology.

$637.8M
Global PPF market, 2025
~$1.1B
Projected, 2035

Intermediate years interpolated at the stated 5.8% CAGR.

5.8%
Compound annual growth rate, 2025–2035

The category is shifting from “protection only” to “protection + personalization” — which is exactly where colored PPF sits.

Asia-Pacific alone accounted for roughly 46% of the global market in 2025.

Why this matters for colored PPF distributors

1Higher margin

Protection + personalization carries higher margin and less price competition than commodity vinyl wraps.

2Informed buyers

End customers increasingly research film technology before buying — distributors who can explain performance win more than those competing on price alone.

3Fastest channels

OEM / dealer partnerships and detailing studios are the fastest-growing sales channel for colored PPF.

Source: industry market research reports, 2025.

What is colored PPF? Color change and paint protection in one film

Colored PPF — also called color PPF, coloured PPF, color paint protection film or color change PPF — is a paint protection film that carries the color itself. Instead of choosing between a clear PPF that only protects and a vinyl wrap that only changes the color, one colored PPF wrap does both jobs.

SolarPro takes it a step further: the pigment is co-extruded inside the TPU, not coated on top — so the color and the protection can’t separate.

Clear PPFProtects, but keeps the factory color
–No✓Yes
Vinyl (PVC) wrapChanges color, 2–3 year service life
✓Yes–Not PPF-grade
SolarPro colored PPFCo-extruded TPU, self-healing, 5–8 years
✓Yes✓Yes
Color-shift colored PPF on a sedanColor-shift finish
Metal series colored PPF, metallic silverMetal Series
Diamond series colored PPF, racing orangeDiamond Series
Crystal series colored PPF, gloss light blueCrystal Series

Why co-extruded TPU colored PPF doesn't delaminate

Traditional colored wraps rely on surface coatings or laminated layers — prone to fading, delamination, and inconsistent gloss. SolarPro’s TPU Colored PPF is different: through proprietary multi-layer co-extrusion technology, pigment and TPU substrate are fused at the molecular level into one seamless film, delivering true PPF-grade protection with zero compromise on color performance.

ProblemThe problem with traditional color wraps

Most color-change films are made by surface-printed / coated PVC, or laminated TPU (a clear layer glued onto a separately colored base). Both share the same weakness — an adhesive interface between color and protection. Under UV exposure and mechanical flexing, that interface is where films fail: delamination, edge lifting, bubbling, fading.

SolutionWhat co-extrusion actually changes

Multi-layer co-extrusion melts and forms multiple polymer layers — including pigment — through the same die, fusing while molten. There is no adhesive seam between color and substrate; it’s one continuous polymer structure.

Nanopigment TPUresin Functionallayers all layers fuse while molten CO-EXTRUSION DIE One continuous film no adhesive seam between color and TPU COMPARE: LAMINATED FILM Color coat Glue interface ← where films fail Clear TPU
IMG-03 · Process illustrationSimplified, not to scale

True Color Fusion

Pigment co-extruded into the TPU core, eliminating “floating color” and premature fading.

PPF-Grade Protection

Impact resistance, tear resistance, and self-healing in the same layer that carries the color.

5–8 Year Service Life

Far exceeding the 2–3 year lifespan typical of PVC-based wraps.

Color PPF film structure: pigment inside the TPU

Every SolarPro color PPF film is made by multi-layer co-extrusion, so the color layer and the TPU are one body — five layers, each with one job. Scroll to separate them, or tap any layer to lift it out of the stack.

▲ SolarPro TPU Colored PPF — Five-Layer Cross-SectionScroll or tap a layer

Why layer order matters

Lower-cost films sometimes thin the topcoat or substitute a standard clear coat for a UV-stabilized one — the symptom shows up 12–18 months later as chalking or color drift, by which point the distributor is fielding the complaint, not the factory.

Six things that make this colored PPF perform

Laminated filmGlue interface
Co-extruded filmOne body

Illustrative cross-sections, not to scale.

MODULE 01

Multi-Layer Co-Extrusion

Seamless molding integrates nano-pigments directly into the TPU structure with no bonding layer — eliminating delamination risk and delivering breakthrough toughness.

  • No glue line between color and substrate
  • No floating color, no interlayer peeling
  • Paint-like finish that stretches over complex curves
Industry note

Co-extrusion equipment represents a significantly higher manufacturing barrier than lamination — relatively few PPF factories globally have moved into true co-extruded color film production.

Service life compared

Expected service life in years

SolarPro TPUco-extruded
5–8 years
PVC wrapconventional
2–3 years
02468 yrs

Striped segment = range of expected service life.

MODULE 02

4th-Generation Polycaprolactone TPU

An ultra-flexible TPU PPF substrate that outperforms PVC: superior elasticity for complex curves, stronger tear and impact resistance, and a 5–8 year lifespan vs. 2–3 years for PVC.

  • Conforms to body lines, hood grooves and fender curves
  • Resists road debris and scratches
  • Stable appearance through prolonged outdoor exposure
Industry note

Ether-based TPU is cheaper but more prone to yellowing under UV; polycaprolactone-based TPU trades higher material cost for better long-term clarity.

MODULE 03

Superior Color Performance

Nano pigments fused deep within the TPU base produce vivid, saturated tones with smooth gradients and long-term color stability.

  • Vibrant, saturated colors without floating color
  • Seamless gradient, matte and metallic shimmer transitions
  • Resists fading under acidic or alkaline contaminants
Industry note

“Floating color” is a recognized wrap-industry defect — it happens when pigment sits in a surface coating rather than the base polymer.

MODULE 04

Controllable Gloss, from Matte to Mirror

Molecular-level control enables >95% reflectance mirror gloss, <30% diffuse matte PPF, and precisely tuned satin PPF finishes — with uniform gloss across curved panels.

  • Even film thickness on curves via triple elongation
  • Consistent gloss from hood to door edges
  • No “loss of gloss” from coating aging
Industry note

Gloss is typically measured with a 60° gloss meter (ASTM D523 reference standard) — useful spec-sheet language for buyers who test incoming shipments.

Scratched

Illustration only. Recovery depends on scratch depth, temperature and time.

MODULE 05

Nano Self-Healing Topcoat

Minor scratches self-repair under sunlight or mild heat; the coating also blocks UV, acid rain, and bird droppings.

  • Thermal self-healing of micro-scratches
  • Reduces oxidation-related fading and yellowing
  • Less dirt adhesion, easier cleaning
Industry note

Self-healing is now a baseline expectation in premium PPF — the differentiator is combining it with a co-extruded color layer, not just clear film.

Install

Low initial tack

Bubble-free positioning

On the car

High final tack

Weather-resistant, lasting bond

Removal

Clean release

Fully residue-free removal

Bars show relative tack at each stage (illustrative).

MODULE 06

High-Performance Acrylic PSA

Low initial tack for bubble-free positioning; high final tack and weather resistance for a lasting bond; fully residue-free removal.

  • Supports wet and dry installation
  • No edge lifting in heat and humidity
  • Won’t corrode factory paint
Industry note

Adhesive quality is the single most common source of warranty claims industry-wide.

How long does colored PPF last?

5–8 yrsfor SolarPro co-extruded TPU colored PPF — compared with 2–3 years for PVC-based color wraps.
PVC vinyl wrapsurface printed / coated
Laminated TPUclear layer glued on color
SolarPro colored PPFmulti-layer co-extruded
02468 yrs

What decides how long a colored PPF wrap lasts

01

TPU chemistry

Ether-based TPU yellows faster under UV; polycaprolactone-based TPU keeps long-term clarity.

02

Where the color sits

Color in a surface coat can fade or float; color co-extruded inside the TPU can’t separate.

03

Topcoat quality

A thinned or non-UV-stabilized topcoat shows up 12–18 months later as chalking or color drift.

04

Adhesive quality

The most common source of warranty claims — it decides edge lifting and residue on removal.

PPF colors: 45+ shades in four series

Metal Series

Gloss Black, Satin Black and Matte Black PPF

Gloss black PPF ships from stock as Glossy Piano Black and Sup-bright Metallic Black; satin black PPF and matte black PPF are made to order on the same controllable-gloss topcoat — black PPF that keeps its depth without the swirl marks of black paint.

Metal and Crystal Series

Metal brings high-reflectance metallic gloss that sharpens body lines — Liquid Champagne Gold, Liquid Metal Gunsmoke Grey. Crystal is a clean, porcelain-like gloss for fleet, dealership and resale buyers — Glacier Blue, Glossy Crystal Porcelain Blue.

Carbon Fiber PPF and Chrome PPF

The Special series: 5D Carbon Fiber Black is a carbon fiber PPF with a deep 3D weave under light; Laser Chrome White and Black are chrome PPF finishes that throw rainbow reflections as the viewing angle changes.

The full colored PPF color chart, ready to sample

From white PPF (Pearl White, Cream Red White Pearlescent) and blue PPF (Glacier Blue, Sapphire Blue, Tanzanite Blue) to red and green shades like Midnight Red and Haad Rin Green. Tap a color for a closer look; use + to add it to your sample request — your picks carry over to the inquiry form.

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Complete colored PPF color card

Every color in all four series, in one file for your team and installers.

Download Complete Color Card (PDF)

Gloss, satin and matte finishes

The same co-extruded color can be finished three ways. Finish names map to readings on a 60° gloss meter, so buyers can check incoming rolls against the spec.

>90%

Gloss PPF

Mirror-like depth that reads as fresh paint — the default for Metal, Diamond and Crystal colors. Our top gloss PPF finishes exceed 95% reflectance.

40–70%

Satin PPF

A soft sheen between gloss and matte that shows body lines without mirror reflections. Satin PPF hides minor surface marks better than gloss.

<30%

Matte PPF

A flat, low-reflection look with under 30% diffuse reflectance. The self-healing topcoat keeps matte PPF even — no polishing, no shiny patches.

Want a clear satin or matte film over the factory color instead? SolarPro is also a PPF manufacturer of clear TPU film.

Why TPU, not PVC vinyl: how co-extruded colored PPF compares

A TPU car wrap and a PVC vinyl wrap can look alike on day one; the difference is the material. Here is how co-extruded colored PPF stacks up against a standard PVC wrap and a laminated (non-co-extruded) TPU film. For the full breakdown, read color PPF vs vinyl wrap.

AttributeSolarPro TPU Colored PPFStandard PVC WrapLaminated (Non-Coextruded) TPU
Manufacturing processMulti-layer co-extrusionSurface printing / coatingLamination
Service life5–8 years2–3 years3–5 years
Color–substrate bondMolecularly fusedSurface printed / coatedBonding layer
Delamination riskNoneModeratePresent at interface
Conformability on curvesExcellentFairGood
Gloss uniformityExcellentFairGood
Self-healingYesNoVaries by brand
Residue-free removalYesOften leaves residueVaries

Typical values based on SolarPro in-house testing and industry data; actual results vary with climate and care.

Choose vinyl wrap when…

The color change is short-term and paint protection is not the priority — PVC wraps typically last 2–3 years.

Choose clear PPF when…

The owner wants protection but is keeping the factory color.

Choose colored PPF when…

The owner wants a new color and PPF-grade protection, self-healing and a 5–8 year service life in one film.

Colored PPF rolls for every link in the channel

Wrap & PPF distributors

A full colored PPF range to stock — four series mapped to four buyer segments.

  • Complete color card
  • Sample program
  • Factory-direct pricing

Detailing & installation studios

A film that is forgiving to install and that customers keep for years.

  • Low initial tack, wet or dry
  • Conforms to complex curves
  • Residue-free removal

Dealerships & OEM partners

The fastest-growing sales channel for colored PPF — personalization at delivery.

  • Crystal series for fleet / resale
  • Consistent color batch to batch
  • OEM partnership support

Private-label brands

Launch your own colored PPF line on the same co-extruded film.

  • Custom color development
  • Private-label packaging
  • Co-branded color cards

How a colored PPF wrap is installed

A typical six-step workflow for colored paint protection film. The low-initial-tack adhesive is designed to make steps 3 and 4 forgiving.

Prepare the paint

Wash and decontaminate the surface so the adhesive bonds to clean paint.

Plan the panels

Choose wrap-around or panel-off installation for each body panel.

Position

Wet application with slip solution for large panels, dry for small precision areas.

Squeegee & conform

Low initial tack lets the film slide into place and follow complex curves without stretching.

Post-heat

Heat sets the film on curves and edges and activates the self-healing topcoat.

Edge seal & check

Seal edges and inspect gloss uniformity from hood to door edges.

Typical workflow for reference — follow your installer’s standard procedure. Full installation guide available on request.

A colored PPF manufacturer you can audit

Technicians inspecting a film roll in the dust-free PPF production workshop
Dust-free production workshop
Precision coating line in the clean room
Precision coating line
QUV UV weathering test chamber in the quality center
QUV UV weathering test
Film slitting and converting machine
Slitting & converting
Jiangsu Yaosheng New Materials factory, home of SolarPro colored PPF
SolarPro factory, Jiangsu

Why these certifications matter to your customers

ISO 9001 quality management certificate — Jiangsu Yaosheng New Materials

ISO 9001

Documented, audited quality management — often required before EU distribution agreements.

IATF 16949 automotive quality management certificate

IATF 16949

The automotive-industry quality standard — built on ISO 9001 with requirements specific to automotive supply.

ISO 14001 environmental management certificate

ISO 14001

Certified environmental management system for film R&D, manufacturing and sales.

SGS test report for TPU paint protection film

SGS test report

Independently tested TPU paint protection film — verified data for skeptical end customers.

Market-specific compliance documents available on request.

SolarPro automotive film packaging — custom and private-label packaging available

Private label colored PPF

  • Custom color development
  • Custom roll specs
  • Custom packaging / private-label printing
  • Co-branded color cards

MOQ, packaging options and the approval process are on our private label colored PPF page.

Trade terms

MOQ
10 rolls, mixed colors · private label 50 rolls
Roll specs
1.52 × 15 m · custom lengths on request
Lead time
7–10 days stock colors · 20–25 days OEM
Payment terms
T/T 30% deposit, 70% before shipment
Samples
Sample program available
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Become a Distributor

From colored PPF sample to full-roll shipment

1

Send an inquiry

Tell us your market, target series and expected volume.

2

Pick & sample

Choose colors from the chart and receive film samples.

3

Quote & terms

Wholesale pricing, MOQ from 10 rolls and lead time from 7 days.

4

Production & QC

Co-extrusion, coating and inspection before packing.

5

Ship & support

Rolls shipped with color cards and installer resources.

Colored PPF specifications

SolarPro colored PPF color fan deck with color codes
Colored PPF color fan deck
Base material4th-Gen Polycaprolactone TPU
Structure5 layers, multi-layer co-extruded
Total thickness8.5 mil (≈ 215 μm), excluding liner
Roll width1.52 m (60 in)
Roll length15 m (49 ft)
Gloss rangeMatte (<30%) – Satin – Gloss (>95%)
Top coatNano self-healing coating
Elongation≥ 300% at break
Operating temperature range-40 °C to +90 °C
Adhesive typeHigh-performance acrylic PSA
Service life5–8 years
Warranty5-year limited warranty against yellowing, cracking and delamination
Installation methodWet or dry application, heat-assisted
Colors45 across 4 series

Weathering is checked in our in-house QUV test chamber before release; SGS reports are available on request.

Colored PPF materials & installation, explained

What is TPU, and why does it matter?

TPU sits between rubber and rigid plastic in mechanical properties. Its formulation chemistry — polyester-, polyether- or polycaprolactone-based — significantly affects UV stability and long-term clarity.

Polyester-basedPolyether-basedPolycaprolactone-basedused in SolarPro

Understanding gloss & finish terminology

Finish names map to gloss readings taken with a 60° gloss meter.

Matte <30%Satin 40–70%Gloss
030407090100
Gloss>90%
Satin40–70%
Matte<30%

Wet install vs. dry install

Wet applicationUses slip solution for repositioning on large panels.
Dry applicationSuits smaller precision areas.

SolarPro’s low-initial-tack adhesive supports both.

Paint protection film roll being positioned on a car hood
Positioning film on the hood

Common installation terms

Post-heatingEdge sealingWrap-around vs. panel-off install
Post-heatingReheating stretched areas after install to lock the film in place and stop edges lifting.
Edge sealingWrapping or sealing film edges so water and dirt cannot get underneath.
Wrap-around vs. panel-offWrapping edges in place on the car, or removing panels first for fuller coverage.

Colored PPF FAQ

The questions installers and distributors ask us most. Can’t find your answer? Send us a question.

Yes. Colored PPF is paint protection film with the color built into the TPU. SolarPro co-extrudes the pigment inside the film rather than printing or laminating it on top, so the color cannot peel away from the protective layer.

SolarPro co-extruded TPU colored PPF has a 5–8 year service life, compared with 2–3 years for PVC-based color wraps. Real-world life depends on TPU chemistry, topcoat and adhesive quality, and installation.

Yes, per roll and per install. TPU costs more than PVC and takes longer to fit. But colored PPF lasts roughly twice as long and protects the paint from chips and scratches, so the cost per year of ownership is close to, or lower than, repeated vinyl wraps.

The installed price is set by the installer and depends on vehicle size, the color and finish chosen, and labor in your market. For distributors and installers, our wholesale roll price depends on series, finish and volume — send your target colors and quantities and we will reply with a factory-direct quote.

Look at how the color is made rather than the brand name: co-extruded color (not a printed or laminated layer), polycaprolactone-based TPU, a UV-stable self-healing topcoat, a clean-release adhesive, and an IATF 16949 certified factory. SolarPro colored PPF is built to that checklist, and you can verify it with samples before ordering.

Yes. Minor scratches and swirl marks on SolarPro color PPF recover under sunlight or mild heat, as the nano topcoat’s molecules flow and realign to restore a smooth surface.

Yes — mirror gloss (over 95% reflectance), satin, and matte (under 30% diffuse reflectance), across four series: Metal, Diamond, Crystal and Special (laser chrome and 5D carbon fiber textures).

A vinyl wrap is PVC: it changes the color but is not PPF-grade protection and typically lasts 2–3 years. Colored PPF is built on TPU: it changes the color and protects against road debris and scratches, conforms better to complex body contours, self-heals minor scratches and lasts 5–8 years.

The acrylic PSA is chemically stable and won’t corrode factory paint. It is designed to minimize adhesive residue risk when the film is removed after long-term use.

Yes. Private label options include custom color development, custom roll specs, private-label packaging and co-branded color cards.

Yes. Request the color PPF swatch book through the inquiry form — add colors from the color chart to your sample list and we will include film samples of those colors with the swatch book.

Request the color PPF swatch book and wholesale pricing

Tell us your market, the series you’re interested in and your expected volume. Colors picked in the color chart are added automatically.

  • Factory direct — straight from the co-extrusion line
  • Sample program — see the color on film before you order
  • OEM / ODM — your brand, your colors

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