By Wrapstar Autostyle · 18 October 2026
The short answer
Start with the front of the car: the front bumper, bonnet, front fenders and side mirrors take most of the stone chips on Singapore expressways. Next come the headlights, the door edges and door cups, and the top of the rear bumper where bags are loaded. A full car covers everything; a front-first job protects where most damage happens.
Why does the front take the hits?
At expressway speeds, small stones flicked up by the car in front strike the leading edges of your car: the bumper, the front of the bonnet and the mirror caps. That is why a car a few years old usually shows its chips at the front, while the roof and rear doors still look fine.
In what order should panels be covered?
- Front bumper: the lowest, most forward panel, and the one that takes the most chips.
- Bonnet: the full bonnet if you can, or at least its leading edge.
- Front fenders and side mirror caps: they catch stones thrown up from the front and the wheels.
- Headlights: clear film helps against chips and haze. Keep it clear, because LTA does not allow tinting or masking of vehicle lamps.
- Door edges and door cups: they guard against door knocks and fingernail scratches around the handles.
- Top of the rear bumper: where bags and boxes slide in and out of the boot.
Front only or the full car?
Front only suits owners who mainly want to stop stone chips at a lower price. A full car makes sense if you want every panel kept as new, often park in open car parks, or plan to keep the car for many years. Our National Day offer in August 2026 was clear PPF for hatchbacks and sedans at $2,188. WhatsApp us the panels you want for today's price.
What should you ask before you book?
- Exactly which panels are covered, and whether the film wraps around the edges.
- Which film is fitted, and what its warranty covers.
- Whether chips already in the paint should be touched up first, since they show through clear film.
- How long to wait before the first wash.
Questions
Is it worth putting PPF on only the front of the car?
For many owners, yes. The front bumper, bonnet, fenders and mirrors take most stone chips, so covering them first protects where most damage happens, at a lower cost than a full car.
Can PPF go on headlights in Singapore?
Yes, clear film can protect headlamps from chips and haze. LTA does not allow tinting or masking of vehicle lamps, so headlamp film must stay clear.
Can I add more panels later?
Usually, yes. PPF is fitted panel by panel, so you can start with the front and add panels later. Ask us how the new film will meet the existing edges.
Related service: Clear PPF.