The beginings
Paint Protection Film was originally developed for use on military aircraft. The leading edges on a super sonic aircraft, as well as a helicopter rotor blade, can receive tremendous damage when struck by sand, rocks, sleet, and even rain at these very high speeds.
In the mid 1980’s the United States Military realized the potential of using polyurethane films on leading edges and landing lights to reduce maintenance costs as well as drastically increase the lifespan of these very expensive surfaces. In the early 1990’s, with the United States involvement in the Gulf War, our military‘s helicopters proved to be invaluable for transportation as well as attack and defense rolls. In the harsh, sandy environment of the Arabian Peninsula it was proven that the lifespan of the helicopter rotor blades could be dramatically increased by utilizing these polyurethane films.The film was affectionately know as “Helicopter Tape” by military personnel and those in the aircraft industry. It quickly became apparent that this film could have far more applications than just on aircraft. The abrasion resistance of these polyurethane films was outstanding but the aesthetics left much to be desired.As the demand increased to protect more aesthetically critical surfaces film companies followed suit by competing to produce more aesthetically pleasing films. The films we use today are highly flexible with high gloss and clarity and incredible lifespan.
In the mid 1980’s the United States Military realized the potential of using polyurethane films on leading edges and landing lights to reduce maintenance costs as well as drastically increase the lifespan of these very expensive surfaces. In the early 1990’s, with the United States involvement in the Gulf War, our military‘s helicopters proved to be invaluable for transportation as well as attack and defense rolls. In the harsh, sandy environment of the Arabian Peninsula it was proven that the lifespan of the helicopter rotor blades could be dramatically increased by utilizing these polyurethane films.The film was affectionately know as “Helicopter Tape” by military personnel and those in the aircraft industry. It quickly became apparent that this film could have far more applications than just on aircraft. The abrasion resistance of these polyurethane films was outstanding but the aesthetics left much to be desired.As the demand increased to protect more aesthetically critical surfaces film companies followed suit by competing to produce more aesthetically pleasing films. The films we use today are highly flexible with high gloss and clarity and incredible lifespan.
Not all films are the same
. There are many films on the market today with varying attributes. You may ask yourself “How do I know which one is the best?” Don’t worry, we’ve already done that for you. Most installers are bound by contract to use one company’s film and the pre cut pattern package that they provide. NOT US. As an independent installation company we have the opportunity to test and use every film on the market. Therefore CLEAR MASK offers the best film and the most update kit designs for maximun coverage.