Clear vs Color PPF: What’s the Difference?

Paint Protection Film: Style Meets Protection with UPPF

Paint Protection Film, commonly known as PPF, has evolved significantly over the years. Since 1996, UPPF has been at the forefront of this innovation—delivering high-performance PPF solutions trusted by professionals and enthusiasts around the world.


PPF comes in several finishes to meet different needs:

  • Clear Gloss PPF is ideal for those who want nearly invisible protection while preserving the vehicle’s original paint finish.

  • Matte or Satin PPF is designed for vehicles with factory matte or satin finishes, maintaining that unique look while adding a layer of protection. (Note: Installing clear gloss film on matte paint will alter its appearance.)

  • Color and Custom-Finish PPF takes it a step further—offering bold colors, textures, and even color-shifting options. These films are perfect for drivers who want both head-turning style and serious paint protection.

  • Color PPF from UPPF is available in a wide variety of vibrant solid tones such as black, white, red, green, blue, pink, orange, yellow, and purple. For those wanting something more dynamic, there are color-shift films that change appearance with the light—like green to gold, blue to purple, or pink to gold. There are also textured films like carbon fiber and specialty chrome finishes in silver, gold, bronze, blue, and more.


Not all colored films offer the same level of protection. Some products in the market are thinner and more decorative, offering limited protection compared to true PPF. At UPPF, our Color PPF is built on the same advanced technology as our clear film—engineered for durability, self-healing, and superior protection.


This is made possible by laminating a color layer to a high-grade urethane base, then applying a topcoat for longevity and performance. With an industry-standard thickness of 8 mil (.008”), UPPF’s color and clear films are built to withstand real-world driving conditions—offering the best of both worlds: style and protection.

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