Chrome plating or finishing can be utilized in many different industries on many different products and materials. One of the most common uses for chrome these days is in the automotive customization industry. That’s right, chrome vinyl wraps for your vehicle are one of the hottest trends allowing you to customize the aesthetics of your car, truck, SUV, trailer, motorcycle, etc. It can be utilized on certain parts or areas of the vehicle including the rims on your tires. And when professionally installed a chrome wrap can last for up to 5 years. Want to know another great aspect of a chrome vinyl wrap for your vehicle? It doesn’t alter or harm the original paint color of your vehicle and it can act as a protective shield. While many people like the look of chrome wrap because it lends a flashier stand-out appearance to their vehicle some are on the other side of the spectrum and look to lend a lower profile look to their car.

And while most vehicles utilize decorative chrome plating by default to not only lend a polished sleek look but to add a protective layer on repeatedly used surfaces, think door handles, mirrors, etc.  Some vehicle owners may look to hide or delete chrome accents to personalize their vehicles. So what does deleting or covering the chrome on your vehicle look like?

We spoke with a shop known for the best Bay Area vehicle wraps, SS Customs, about Chrome Delete, a very common automotive customization technique which hides or “deletes” chrome accents from your vehicle. . Chrome delete is basically a process that hides the chrome on your vehicle lending a low profile look while also protecting the chrome underneath it. And the great thing about Chromo Delete is it is 100% removable like that of a vehicle vinyl wrap. This allows you to change the look of your vehicle or showcase your individuality without making any permanent decisions. And because Chrome Delete comes in an array of finishes like gloss, matte, or satin you can really customize the look that you are trying to achieve.  Should you be looking to enhance the chrome appearance on your vehicle SS Customs are your guys too! They offer some of the best vehicle vinyl wraps available and have won many awards and acknowledgments from some of the industries leading manufacturers.

Whether you are looking to delete the look of your chrome or simply enhance its appearance one thing holds true to both! Chrome is one of the most important materials when it comes to the manufacturing of any automobile. Whether you choose to enhance it or cover it up, the chrome plating on your vehicle helps to protect important aspects of your car, truck, or SUV!