Vehicle wraps
Matte black wraps
The finish people ask for by name, installed in Wailuku. Full matte black color change in 3M or Avery Dennison cast vinyl, with the chrome blacked out to match.
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Short answer
A full matte black wrap at Offshore starts at $3,999 for a car and $4,500 for a full-size SUV, with trucks quoted between those figures. Film is 3M 1080 Matte or Avery Dennison SW900 Matte cast vinyl with a 3-year outdoor warranty, and a full wrap takes 2 to 3 days. Many matte black builds add a chrome delete and dark ceramic tint.
Key takeaways
- Full matte black wrap from $3,999 for a car and $4,500 for an SUV; a partial matte black (hood, roof, accents) from $1,999.
- Matte black suits trucks and Teslas especially well, and it pairs naturally with a chrome delete.
- 3M 1080 Matte and Avery Dennison SW900 Matte are the stock films; KPMF Absolute Matt is available for a flatter finish.
- Matte film needs its own care: no wax, no polish, no automatic brush wash.
- A chrome delete and dark ceramic tint finish the blackout look and are usually done in the same booking.
Options
Partial matte black
from $1,999
- Hood, roof, or accent panels
- 3M or Avery Dennison matte black
- 3-year film warranty
Full car matte black wrap
from $3,999
- Every painted exterior panel
- Door jambs left factory
- 3M 1080 or Avery SW900 Matte
- 3-year film warranty
Full SUV matte black wrap
from $4,500
- Every painted exterior panel
- Roof and liftgate included
- 3M 1080 or Avery SW900 Matte
- 3-year film warranty
How it works
- 01Choose the black
Matte black is not one color. 3M and Avery matte differ slightly in sheen, and KPMF Absolute Matt is flatter still. We put samples on your hood in daylight.
- 02Prep
Full wash, iron decontamination and clay. Rock chips are filled or noted, because matte film shows texture underneath more than gloss does.
- 03Disassemble
Badges, door handles, mirror caps, lights and trim come off so film wraps under edges rather than ending at them.
- 04Install
Cast vinyl applied panel by panel over 2 to 3 days, post-heated at every edge and recess, trimmed with knifeless tape.
- 05Reassemble and review
Hardware goes back on, every edge is inspected, and we walk you through matte-specific care before pickup.
Pricing
| Partial matte black wrapHood, roof, or accent panels | from $1,999 |
|---|---|
| Full car matte black wrapComplete color change | from $3,999 |
| Full SUV matte black wrapComplete color change | from $4,500 |
Why matte black
Matte black is the one vehicle wrap finish that gets requested without a sample book. It reads as factory on trucks and Teslas, it hides the shape-breaking reflections that gloss paint throws, and it makes every other black part on the car, from wheels to trim, look like part of the same design. It is also the finish most likely to be paired with other blackout work, which is why we build many matte black wraps as part of a blackout package with a chrome delete and dark ceramic tint.
The three blacks we install
3M 1080 Matte Black is a 3.5 mil cast film with a faint sheen and Comply air-release adhesive, so it can be repositioned during install.
Avery Dennison SW900 Matte Black is a 3.2 mil cast film from a matte series of 50+ colors. It sits very close to the 3M in appearance.
KPMF Absolute Matt Black is flatter than either. It is the film to choose if you want the car to look like it absorbs light.
We put all three on your hood in daylight before you choose. The differences are subtle on a sample card and obvious on a vehicle.
Matte black on trucks
Trucks suit matte black well. F-150, Silverado, Ram and Tundra bodies are mostly large, flat panels that take film quickly and hold it well, and the finish suits the shape. The front bumper, the tailgate recess and the cab-to-bed gap are where the time goes. Pair it with a chrome delete on the truck trim and the result looks like an off-road package from the factory.
Matte black on Teslas
Model 3, Model Y, Model S and Model X all take matte black well. Door handles and trim come off the car during a Tesla wrap so film tucks under the edges, and the glass roof is left as is, which gives the car a natural two-tone.
What matte film needs from you
Matte has no clear coat gloss to hide behind, so care is simpler but stricter. Hand wash or touchless only. Never apply wax, sealant, or polish; they fill the matte texture and leave a shiny patch that does not come out. Use a matte-specific detail spray for fingerprints and water spots. Get bird droppings and bugs off within a day in summer. Park in shade when you can. Follow that and the film will run its full 3-year warranty term without trouble.
When a matte black PPF makes more sense
If the goal is matte black and the car sees highway miles, stealth PPF is the other route. ProLayers black PPF gives a black finish and ProLayers matte PPF a satin finish, and both stop rock chips, which vinyl does not. It costs more than a wrap. For a daily commuter on Mokulele or Honoapiilani Highway, it is worth a conversation.
Scheduling
A full matte black wrap is a 2- to 3-day drop-off; large SUVs can run to 3 days. Chrome delete and tint can be booked in the same visit. Tell us the vehicle and whether you want the trim and glass done at the same time, and we will quote the whole build.
Questions
How much does a matte black wrap cost on Maui?
From $3,999 for a car and $4,500 for a full-size SUV. Trucks are quoted between those numbers depending on cab and bed. A partial matte black wrap starts at $1,999.
How long does a matte black wrap take?
A full car is a 2- to 3-day drop-off, and a large SUV can run to 3 days. A partial matte black wrap takes 1 to 2 days.
Which matte black films do you install?
3M 1080 Matte Black, which has a faint sheen, Avery Dennison SW900 Matte Black, which sits very close to it, and KPMF Absolute Matt Black, which is flatter than either. We put all three on your hood in daylight before you choose.
How do I take care of a matte black wrap?
Hand wash with a pH-neutral soap or use a touchless wash. No wax, no polish, no quick-detailer with gloss enhancers, and no brush washes. Matte-specific detail sprays are fine.
Can I pair a matte black wrap with a chrome delete?
Yes, and we recommend it. Window trim, grille surrounds, badges and door handles in matching matte or gloss black finish the look. It is done in the same booking.
Does matte black show scratches?
Light scratches are less visible than on gloss because there is no reflection to break. Deep scratches cannot be polished out of matte film, so the damaged panel is re-wrapped.
Will a matte black wrap fade?
3M and Avery Dennison matte films carry a 3-year outdoor warranty against fading and failure. Shade parking and regular washing extend that under Maui sun.
Is there a matte black PPF instead?
Yes. ProLayers black PPF gives a black finish and ProLayers matte PPF a satin finish, both with rock-chip protection, at a higher price than vinyl. See our stealth PPF page for the comparison.
Does matte black work on a truck?
Trucks suit matte black well. F-150, Silverado, Ram and Tundra bodies are mostly large, flat panels that take film quickly and hold it well; the front bumper, tailgate recess and cab-to-bed gap are where the time goes.
Can you wrap a Tesla in matte black?
Yes, on the Model 3, Y, S and X. Door handles and trim come off so the film tucks under the edges, and the glass roof is left as is, which gives the car a natural two-tone.
Are the door jambs wrapped?
Door jambs are left factory on a full matte black wrap; every painted exterior panel is covered.
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