Vehicle Wraps
Van, truck or trailer wraps offer a versatile, affordable, and practical way to enhance or advertise your vehicle, providing protection, customization, and advertising reach.
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An effective full wrap goes beyond just aesthetics—it balances design, functionality, and quality to maximize impact.
Full Wrap
Here are the key elements that make a full wrap truly effective:
Clear and Compelling Design
Simple, Legible Text: Any text on the wrap, such as a company name, or contact information, should be large enough to read from a distance. Choose fonts that are clear and easy to read.
Bold, Eye-Catching Graphics: Bright colors and high-contrast graphics make a wrap stand out. Choose imagery that aligns with your brand or the message you’re trying to convey.
Avoid Overcrowding: An effective wrap avoids overcrowding the design with too much information. Too many elements can overwhelm the viewer and make it difficult to focus on the primary message.
Consistent Branding: Incorporate elements that are consistent with your brand, such as logos, colors, and typography. The wrap should reflect your brand’s identity clearly and professionally.
Effective Messaging
Short and Memorable: Marketing messages should be concise and easy to remember. Passersby typically have 2.5 seconds to absorb the information, so focus on key points such as the brand name or tagline.
Readable from a Distance: Since most people will see the vehicle while it’s moving, all essential information should be legible from a reasonable distance. Avoid overly detailed designs that can become lost at high speeds.
Consistency Across Fleets: If a business has a fleet of vehicles, consistency across all wraps builds brand recognition, making the fleet instantly recognizable wherever it goes.Ef
High-Quality Materials
Durability: Minneapolis Sign Design uses high-quality, 3M durable vinyl that can withstand harsh Minnesota winters, UV exposure, and wear from driving. This ensures the wrap remains vibrant and intact for years.
Protective Finishes: Matte, gloss, or satin finishes not only enhance the look but also provide an extra layer of protection, preventing fading, cracking, or peeling.
Removability: Quality wraps can be easily removed without damaging the vehicle's paint, which is essential for temporary designs or leased vehicles.
Professional Installation
Seamless Application: We ensure that the wrap is applied smoothly, with no bubbles or misalignments. A well-applied wrap maintains the sharpness of the design and extends the life of the wrap.
Attention to Detail: We make sure trimming around the vehicle's edges, lights, and windows are precise to achieve a polished and professional look.
Partial Wrap
An incredibly cost-effective form of advertising.
A partial wrap turns your vehicle into a mobile billboard, promoting your brand wherever you go.
You don’t have to wrap the entire vehicle to enjoy the benefits. Partial wraps allow you to cover key areas like doors or the hood for a more affordable solution that still delivers a striking look.
Spot Graphics
Adding spot graphics to a van, truck or trailer is a great way to achieve branding and marketing goals with lower costs, quicker installation, and more flexibility, while still delivering a professional and impactful look.
It’s an ideal choice for businesses that want to balance effective advertising with maintaining the van or truck’s original style.
So how much does a wrap cost?
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Stuff we get asked all the time
And we love to educate fine folks on how to make the best wrap investment according to your marketing needs and budget.
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Wraps start at $1,500 and can get as high as $6,500 depending if it’s a small van or a semi truck.
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Minneapolis Sign Design is conveniently located at Hwy 100 and Hwy 7 near Microcenter and Steel Toe Brewing. 4918 W 35th St. Minneapolis
Your vehicle will be taken care of and secure in our 5,000 sq ft heated and air conditioned shop.
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With the right TLC, a vinyl car wrap can stick around for 4 to 6 years—longer than most New Year’s resolutions and celebrity marriages.
We use high-quality 3M or Arlon material, offering durability that can outlast your obsession with TikTok.
But remember, your wrap isn’t invincible. If you’re parking under the blazing sun every day or driving through icy Minnesota blizzards, don’t expect it to last forever.
Treat your car wrap like a Diva—it loves shade, gentle washes, and being admired from a safe distance.
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How to Keep Your Vinyl Wrap Happy in Minnesnowta (or anywhere else cold enough to freeze your ass off):
Wash It Like It’s Your Grandma’s China: Stick to gentle soap and water—no aggressive scrubbing. And automatic car washes? That’s a hard No!
Winter Warriors, Take Note: Minneapolis winters mean snow, salt, and a whole lot of gunk. Rinse your car more often in the winter, because no one wants their wrap to look like a salty snack.
Skip the Spa Treatments: Abrasive cleaners and any waxes are a no-go. Your car doesn’t need a harsh chemical peel; it just needs a little love.
Hide It From the Sun’s Wrath: Parking in a garage or using a cover protects your wrap from UV rays. Think of it as SPF for your car, truck or van.
Treat your vinyl wrap well, and it’ll survive Minneapolis/St. Paul winters, salt-strewn roads like 494, and maybe even your neighbor's questionable snow-blowing skills.
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Installing a vinyl wrap usually takes 1 to 4 full days—basically the same time it takes to binge-watch Dexter.
The clock starts ticking based on the size of the vehicle and how fancy you’re getting with the design.
Got a massive SUV or truck? That’s like asking a tailor to fit a sumo wrestler; it’s going to take a minute.
On the flip side, if you’re only doing spot decals—done in a day, leaving you wondering why you didn’t just go all-in with a full wrap.
So, patience, grasshopper. Greatness (and a stunning car, truck or van wrap) takes time.