Brisro signage aftercare

Keep your signage looking its best.

Good aftercare helps protect the finish, appearance and service life of your vehicle graphics. Use this guide for regular cleaning, pressure washing, matte films, laminated printed graphics and perforated windows.

Different finishes need different care

Know what is on your vehicle.

A commercial signage package may combine several materials. Follow the most careful cleaning method when washing areas where different films meet.

Colour-change film

Matte wrap

Use products approved for matte finishes. Avoid wax, polish, abrasive compounds and anything designed to add shine.

Printed and laminated

Gloss graphics

Wash with a mild automotive detergent and soft cloth. Avoid aggressive polishing around edges, joins and trimmed areas.

Window film

Perforated windows

Clean gently and avoid scrubbing across the holes. Take extra care around the perimeter and avoid high-pressure water at the edges.

Detailed aftercare

Care instructions by topic.

Open each section for practical cleaning and maintenance guidance. When in doubt, use the gentlest method and contact us before trying strong chemicals or repairs.

01 The first 5 to 7 days

The adhesive is still settling after installation. Avoid washing the vehicle during this period and do not pick at edges, bubbles or small marks.

Where possible, keep the vehicle away from harsh chemical cleaners and avoid unnecessary rubbing around joins and trimmed edges.

02 Routine hand washing

Hand washing is the safest regular cleaning method.

  • Rinse loose dirt before touching the surface.
  • Use a mild automotive detergent with a soft sponge or microfibre cloth.
  • Work from the top down and rinse thoroughly.
  • Dry with a clean, soft microfibre towel or allow the vehicle to air dry.
03 Pressure washing

Pressure washing can damage graphics when the nozzle is too close or aimed toward an edge.

  • Use lower pressure where possible.
  • Keep the nozzle well back from the surface.
  • Hold the spray close to a right angle to the panel rather than forcing water underneath an edge.
  • Do not concentrate the spray on joins, corners, window perforation or damaged areas.
04 Matte wrap care

Matte films should be cleaned with products suitable for matte or satin finishes.

  • Do not wax or polish matte film.
  • Avoid cutting compounds and abrasive cleaners.
  • Clean bird droppings, tree sap and fuel spills promptly.
  • Test unfamiliar products on a small hidden area first.
05 Gloss printed graphics

Printed graphics are protected with laminate, but the surface and edges still require normal care.

  • Use non-abrasive automotive wash products.
  • Avoid aggressive machine polishing around edges and joins.
  • Do not use sharp scrapers or blades on the graphics.
  • Remove contaminants promptly rather than allowing them to bake in the sun.
06 Perforated window film

Perforated film has thousands of small openings and should be cleaned gently.

  • Do not scrub aggressively across the perforation.
  • Avoid pressure washing directly at the perimeter.
  • Do not use rear-window wipers unless the installation has been designed for regular wiper contact.
  • Report lifting around edges or corners early.
07 Fuel, chemicals and contaminants

Fuel, oil, bird droppings, tree sap, insects and industrial contaminants should be removed as soon as practical.

Rinse first, then use a mild cleaner suitable for automotive surfaces. Avoid strong solvents, degreasers, citrus cleaners or unknown chemicals unless they have been confirmed as safe for the specific film.

08 Damage and lifting edges

Do not cut away, glue down or heat a damaged area without speaking with Brisro first.

Take clear photos showing both the close-up issue and the surrounding panel. Keep pressure washing and aggressive cleaning away from the affected area until it has been assessed.

Do not ignore lifting edges.

Small areas are often easier to assess before dirt, water and repeated washing reach underneath the film. Avoid cutting, gluing or heating the area yourself unless Brisro has advised you to.

Take clear close-up and wider photos
Tell us when the issue first appeared
Keep pressure washing away from the affected area