New caravan paint protection in Sydney

Why protect a new caravan straight away?

A new caravan has a perfect finish, and it starts losing it from the first trip. Sun, road grime, bugs, black streaks and coastal salt all go to work on the gelcoat and paint, and an unprotected surface gets harder to clean every time. Protecting it before the damage starts keeps it looking new for far longer.

It's also the easiest time to do it. Older vans often need black streaks removed and oxidation polished out before they can be coated. A new van usually just needs a thorough wash and decontamination, so the job is simpler.

Warranty from day one

OptiVAN's lifetime warranty covers both the exterior and interior protection on caravans no older than 5 years. Protecting a new van means you're well inside that window and covered for the long term.

Dealer protection package or independent?

Most dealers offer a protection package when you buy a new van, and some are excellent. Others are a quick sealant applied on the yard as part of handover. Before you say yes, ask:

• What product is used, and who makes it?
• Is it a true ceramic coating or a sealant?
• How is the van prepared first?
• Who applies it, and how long does it take?
• Is the interior included?
• What does the warranty cover and require?

A full-size van properly coated is a full day's work or more. If it's done in an hour or two, it's probably a sealant. We explain more in caravan dealer protection packages: are they worth it?

Having it done independently means you know exactly what's going on your van, who's applying it and what the warranty covers. If you've already picked up the van without protection, it's not too late.

How we prepare a new van

New doesn't always mean clean. Vans come off the production line and through transport with:

• Sealant smears around windows, hatches and fittings
• Factory dust and residue
• Transport grime, bugs and road film on the front
• Adhesive marks from protective film and stickers

All of it is removed before the coating goes on, because a coating locks in whatever is underneath. The coating is then applied panel by panel, and the interior is cleaned and protected as part of the same package. See caravan interior protection.

What gets protected

• Painted panels and gelcoat: front, sides, rear and roof where accessible
• Checker plate and toolboxes
• Decals and stripes
• Suitable windows, hatches and light lenses
• Inside: fabrics, carpets, curtains, benchtops, splashbacks and shower screens

New motorhomes and campers

The same applies to new motorhomes, campervans and camper trailers. See motorhome and RV paint protection.

Getting a quote

Send the make, model and length, and tell us when you're picking up the van and where it will be parked. We'll book the job for soon after delivery. For the full detail on our process, see caravan paint protection in Sydney.