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Carbon Brushed Black Vinyl Wrap (BM04) 1

Description

Brushed Black (BM04) is an ultra-dark graphite-black finish featuring a directional brushed-metal texture that mimics finely machined metal surfaces. Positioned between satin black, gunmetal, and dark titanium, it delivers a distinctly technical and industrial appearance that immediately stands apart from conventional gloss, matte, or satin films.

Key Attributes

  • Directional brushed-metal grain: a true linear texture that mimics finely machined metal, not a painted or printed effect.
  • Sits in its own tonal lane: positioned between satin black, gunmetal, and dark titanium, reads as technical and industrial rather than a standard flat matte.
  • Consistent grain across panels: premium polymeric hybrid film with air-release channels; keep orientation and production LOT matched across a full vehicle to avoid grain mismatch.
  • Adhesive built for clean removal: Henkel solvent-based acrylic, weatherproof, heat-removable within the 2-year window with minimal residue.
  • Accent and trim application: built for spoilers, mirrors, roofs, and trim rather than full-body coverage, professional installation is strongly recommended, with grain-specific aftercare

Under shade and overcast conditions, BM04 appears almost black with charcoal undertones, creating a stealthy and sophisticated presence. As sunlight reaches the surface, the brushed texture becomes more pronounced, revealing soft graphite and titanium highlights that travel along the grain direction. This creates movement and dimensionality without relying on metallic sparkle or gloss reflections.

OEM Match

There's no carbon weave or paint color to benchmark here, so the comparison point is grain and tone against recognizable factory and aftermarket brushed-metal finishes:

  • Similar tonal range to factory Gunmetal and Titanium Gray trim packages on Audi, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz
  • Comparable grain character to common aftermarket brushed-aluminum trim kits (window surrounds, mirror caps)
  • Reads closer to machined metal than a standard matte black wrap, without the sparkle of a metallic-flake finish

If a customer wants the "technical, machined" trim look often associated with brushed aluminum or gunmetal accent packages, Brushed Black (BM04) delivers that on any panel, it's the wrap to reach for when Noir Black or Pitch Black Carbon reads as too textured/woven for what they actually want.

Features

Film Construction

  • Film Type: Premium polymeric hybrid vinyl film with air-release channels and Structure finish
  • Film Thickness: 0.11 mm
  • Release Liner: silicone-coated release liner
  • Adhesive: Henkel solvent-based acrylic, ultra-weather-resistant, 12 um dry
  • Roll Width: 5 ft (1.52 m)
  • Full Roll Length: 59 ft (18 m)

Performance

  • Service temperature: -30°C to +45°C
  • Release force: 0.18 N/25mm (standard 0.10-0.30)
  • Initial tack: 1015 g/25mm (standard 800-1500)
  • Peel strength (180°): 8.1 N/25mm (standard >=4.9)
  • Adhesion strength: 70 (standard >=60, no shifting)
  • Aging tested: high and low temperature release without adhesive residue
  • Storage shelf life: 2 years at +10°C to +20°C, 50% RH, dry conditions, away from sunlight

Warranty

  • Built for long-term outdoor use, commonly up to 3 years on vertical panels and around 2 years across a full wrap depending on climate and maintenance.

Application

  • Application temperature: +17°C to +23°C
  • Tools: squeegee with buffer, knife, masking tape, heat gun, magnets, gloves, IR thermometer
  • Conformability: smooth and medium-curved surfaces
  • Post-heat: 90-100°C
  • Cure: 24 hrs above 10°C; 48 hrs at room temperature recommended
  • Overlap: 3-4 mm
  • Directional film: align panels in the same direction during installation.
  • Clean, degrease, and dry the surface before installation.
  • Remove the protective cap or PET protective layer before applying heat.
  • Aftercare: use pH-neutral products and avoid hot wax or strong solvents.

Disclaimer

TeckWrap statements, technical information, and recommendations are based on product testing believed to be reliable, but they do not guarantee identical results in every installation environment. The buyer should confirm suitability for the intended vehicle and use.

Screen images may vary from the physical film. Always check a real color swatch before ordering, and use rolls from the same production LOT for full-wrap color consistency.

Film performance depends on storage, surface preparation, installation method, climate, and maintenance. Scratches during installation or daily use, labor, transportation, and consequential damages are not covered by standard product warranty.

How TeckWrap compares

Not all film is the same

Cheap film won't last a season. Legacy brands charge a brand premium. TeckWrap sits in the middle: professional-grade film at an honest price.

The cheap way

Budget Film

Saves money up front, then bubbles, fades and cracks within a season.

  • — TPH or PVC construction
  • — 6 mil or less
  • — No reliable self healing
  • — No dependable warranty or paint-safe removal

The smart way

TeckWrap Film

Professional-grade film at an honest price. Reversible and paint-safe.

  • ✓ Proven TPU or polymeric film chemistry
  • ✓ Published thickness and performance
  • ✓ Heat self-healing options
  • ✓ Warranty backed and paint-safe removal

The legacy way

Legacy Brand Film

Comparable film, but you pay a brand premium.

  • — Comparable film chemistry
  • — Premium pricing by product tier
  • — Self-healing and weather resistance
  • — Installer-network warranty

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this calendered film, and does that make it a budget product?

No. Cast and calendered are manufacturing methods, not quality grades. Choose the construction that fits the vehicle and use.

Does a wrap protect my paint?

It helps against UV, road film and light contact. For stone-chip and impact protection, use PPF.

Do I have to buy all the film at once?

Yes. Order the whole job plus about 20 percent from one production batch for color consistency.

Can I wrap over a respray?

Only when the paint is fully cured and sound. Test repaired paint before installation.

Should I ceramic coat it?

Optional, but useful for cleaning and stain resistance. Use a coating formulated for vinyl wrap.

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