Paint-like gloss black finish
The rich black colour and reflective surface are designed to create a smooth, mirror-like appearance across properly prepared vehicle panels.
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Please Note: PWF inventory is not updated daily, and availability may vary. Please confirm availability before placing your order. In most cases, if your desired film is out of stock, we can obtain it within one to three business days.
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Our inventory is updated in real time. If an item can be added to your cart, it is in stock. Orders ship within 1–3 business days, depending on the selected shipping method at checkout.
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Curbside pickup is available at our Vaughan, Ontario location. Orders placed before 11 AM on a business day are eligible for free same-day pickup after email confirmation. Orders placed after 11 AM require paid same-day pickup service or will be ready the next business day.
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Transform and help protect the vehicle in a single application with 3M Protection Wrap Film Color Series PWF-G12 Gloss Black . This approximately 0.2 mm polyurethane film combines a deep, mirror-like black finish with protection against rock chips, scratches, stains and environmental exposure.
Digital images cannot reproduce the physical black depth, surface clarity or mirror-like gloss precisely. Appearance varies with lighting, panel shape, surrounding colours, paint condition, installation quality and screen settings. Inspect a physical sample before selecting project material.
3M PWF-G12 Gloss Black is designed for vehicle owners who want more than a conventional colour-change wrap. Its pigmented polyurethane construction replaces the visible paint colour while adding a thicker protective layer intended to help safeguard painted body panels against chips, scratches, stains and everyday environmental exposure.
The gloss black surface creates a deep, reflective appearance that can resemble professionally finished paint when applied over a properly prepared vehicle. A clear cap sheet helps protect gloss colours during handling and installation and must be removed before final inspection and post-heating.
3M Controltac technology supports sliding, tacking, snap-up and repositioning, while 3M Comply air-release channels allow trapped air to move toward the film edge. Current 3M documentation permits wet, dry or combined installation methods, allowing a trained professional to select the process best suited to the panel and working environment.
Gloss Black works across complete colour changes, two-tone layouts, roofs, hoods, rocker panels, chrome-delete details and contrasting accents. The final result depends heavily on the original paint condition, paint correction, cleanliness, panel preparation and installer technique.
Protection Wrap Film is substantially thicker than typical colour change vinyl and is engineered as a protective polyurethane system. PWF-G12 combines a gloss black face, pressure-sensitive repositionable adhesive, air-release channels, self-healing polymer technology and a removable cap sheet for professional vehicle applications.
The rich black colour and reflective surface are designed to create a smooth, mirror-like appearance across properly prepared vehicle panels.
The polyurethane film helps protect painted surfaces against rock chips, scratches, stains and environmental exposure. It cannot prevent every impact, dent or paint failure.
Minor surface scratches can diminish when suitable heat is applied to the film. Deep cuts, punctures, gouges and impact damage are not self-healing.
Reduced initial contact supports sliding, temporary finger tacking, snap-up and repositioning before firm installation pressure activates the adhesive bond.
Non-visible air-release channels help move trapped air toward the nearest film edge for a faster, cleaner and more controlled application.
At approximately 0.2 mm, PWF-G12 is about 1.7 times thicker than typical 3M Wrap Film Series 2080, providing more substantial protection than standard colour-change vinyl.
Professional installation and a safe, clean working environment are required.
Removing the liner can create a static-electricity discharge capable of producing sparks and igniting flammable vapours. Use the film only in a safe environment and follow 3M safety guidance. 3M recommends misting the liner and cap sheet with water to help reduce static. Never install film over vehicle sensors, radar equipment or autonomous-driving hardware.
Our team can help with product selection, sizing, physical samples, compatible installation tools, order questions and general technical guidance. Choose the most convenient way to reach us.
*Current 3M Protection Wrap Film Product Bulletin Revision C, January 2026, describes polyurethane film with adhesive ranging from 0.19 to 0.23 mm, depending on colour, clear pressure-sensitive repositionable adhesive with air-release channels, wet or dry application, an application range of 16°C to 30°C and optimal installation from 18°C to 24°C. 3M identifies PWF-G12 as Gloss Black with approximately 0.2 mm film thickness. The ten-year consumer limited warranty is subject to complete United States and Canada warranty terms, approved surfaces, professional installation, documentation, maintenance requirements and exclusions. Protection Wrap Film helps protect paint but cannot prevent every chip, scratch, dent, impact or paint failure. 3M, Controltac, Comply and Knifeless are trademarks of 3M.
Current manufacturer documentation and the physical roll label govern.
Unlike traditional wet application PPF films, 3M PWF Colored PPF is installed using a dry application method. This requires precise handling and positioning.
By following these steps and using the recommended tools, you can achieve a clean, professional, and durable installation of 3M PWF Dry Application Colored PPF Film.
When a product is unavailable, it most likely means that it is in the production process. We will update our inventory as soon as we have it back in stock.
In the meantime, visit the product page on our website, select any out-of-stock size, and click the "Notify me" button to receive an alert with it's available again.
Great question. Please use our special Size Chart to match the amount of material needed.
Instawraps aims to fulfill all orders on the same day they are received. Orders placed before 11:00 AM EST are typically shipped the same day. Orders placed after 11:00 AM EST may be shipped the next business day.
For customers in Ontario, Canada, we offer a same-day local delivery option. Orders placed between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM EST are dispatched within 1 hour and are expected to arrive before 5:00 PM EST. Order placed outside these hours or on non-business days will be dispatched the next next business day after 10:00 AM EST. Express shipping options are also available at checkout, with express orders received before 11:00 AM EST generally shipped the same day.
Yes, the cut-off time for same-day curbside pickup orders is 11:00 AM EST. Orders placed before this time will typically be ready for pickup by the end of the day.
If an order is placed after 11:00 AM EST and same-day pickup is needed, customers can pay a $25 fee at checkout for expedited same-day pickup. Otherwise, orders placed after the cut-off time will likely be ready the next business day.
Please note, curbside pickup is only available at our Ontario location.
We accept all major credit cards.
Canadian customers can also pay via E-transfer, and U.S. customers via Zelle.
Additionally, we offer a partial payment plan through Sezzle, which lets you split your purchase into four equal, interest-free payments. The first payment is due at checkout, with the remaining payments automatically deducted every two weeks.
Please send a message to an email >> support@instawraps.ca within 30 days of purchase. Or reply to the order confirmation, explain the reason for return request and provide all necessary info / photos, if applicable.