Paint Protection Film · San Mateo

Rock Chips Hit The Film. Not Your Paint.

LLumar Platinum PPF — an invisible, self-healing layer over the panels that take the abuse. Custom-wrapped at every edge, backed by a 10-year warranty, and installed by certified professionals.

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Porsche 911 GT3 RS protected with PPF in the Golden State Auto Salon bay
LLumar SelectPro dealer
LLumar SelectPro Elite Certified Installers Award Winning LLumar dealer for Platinum PPF and FormulaOne Tints
Manufacturer-backed warranties, honored at any LLumar dealer nationwide
10 Year WarrantyCovers yellowing, bubbling, peeling and cracking
Self-Healing ScratchesPark it in the sun and light scratches disappear
Wrapped EdgesEdges tucked and wrapped around for a clean, invisible installation
Industry LeaderLLumar, the most installed film brand in the world, 65+ years strong
What it does

The First 5,000 Miles Do More Damage Than The Next 50,000.

Your factory paint, untouched, years from now. PPF is a clear urethane layer that absorbs highway debris, rocks from the car ahead, door dings and baked-on bugs, then heals its own scratches so the finish underneath stays flawless.

Front bumper covered in paint protection film

Stops Chips & Scratches

Rocks on the freeway, a cart in the parking lot, someone's door at the grocery store. The film takes the hit and your paint stays perfect.

Glossy hood with self-healing film in the sun

Self-Healing Properties

The top coat is self-healing, so swirl marks disappear on their own. Simply park in the sun, no polish needed.

Porsche 718 Spyder RS looking brand new

Preserves Resale Value

Factory paint, protected from day one. When it's time to sell, it shows like new and sells like new.

Coverage options

Protect The Front. Or Protect It All.

Custom options tailored to your needs. Protect what matters most to you.

MOST POPULAR Full front end PPF coverage highlighted in gold

Full Front End

Protect your car from everything the road throws at the nose. The most popular choice for daily drivers and weekend cars.

What's covered
  • Full hood
  • Front bumper
  • Front fenders
  • Headlights
  • Side mirror caps

Porsche owners: the factory UV coating on your headlights can delaminate during install or removal, so it is best to leave them alone.

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Track package PPF coverage highlighted, including A-pillars and rocker panels

Track Package

The daily driver package built for cars that see track days, canyon roads and real miles.

What's covered
  • Everything in Full Front End
  • Front A-pillars
  • Rocker panels

Made for canyon runs and lap days.

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Full body PPF coverage highlighted in gold

Full Body Coverage

The ultimate level of protection. Invisible installation, custom-wrapped edges, and full peace of mind anywhere you take your ride.

What's covered
  • All original-color painted surfaces
  • Gloss, stealth matte or color finish
  • Gloss black trim pieces optional

Protect the protection. Top it off with ceramic coating over the film to extend its life and keep washes easy.

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10 Year Warranty Backed by LLumar on every package we install. No yellowing, cracking or peeling.
Finishes

Invisible, Stealth, Or A Whole New Color.

Gloss PPF on a Porsche 911 GT3

Clear Gloss PPF

Maintains the original finish with a glass-like depth. If you did not know it was there, you would never guess.

Stealth matte PPF look on a BMW M340i

Stealth Matte PPF

Stand out from the crowd. Stealth matte transforms gloss to satin, or shields a factory matte finish. Reversible, self-healing, and unmistakable.

Color PPF on a Tesla Model Y

Fashion PPF

Your car, your style. Pick from hundreds of gloss and satin colors, all with the same protection as clear film.

Customer Reviews

What Our PPF Customers Say

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I brought my C8 in for a graphene coating and PPF and I'm incredibly pleased with the result and the process throughout. Brandon was communicative and very easy to work with. What impressed me the most about Golden State Auto Salon was the passion Brandon and his team put into their work.

Michael K. · Corvette C8 · graphene coating + PPF
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We brought our brand new car straight from the dealership to Golden State Auto Salon for Matte PPF, Ceramic coating and window tinting all around. This is our third car we've brought to Brandon and every time, it's been nothing short of perfection. The PPF and coating on the previous vehicles has kept the car looking brand new - even after 5+ years!

Michelle M. · matte PPF + ceramic + tint
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I recently had my car treated with a front end PPF, window tinting, and a ceramic coating, and I couldn't be happier with the results. The PPF saves my paint from rock chips, and the ceramic coating keeps the paint protected and makes the car so easy to wash since the dirt and grime glides right off.

Emily Z. · PPF + tint + ceramic
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Big thank you to the team at Golden State Auto Salon. I reached out and got a response almost immediately from Brandon who was able to fit me in for a Front Headlight PPF installation the next day over. I told them I needed to be back at work the same day so they were able to get it done swiftly. They finished within the hour. Excellent job and much gratitude for taking care of me!

Neil P. · headlight PPF
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I had the front bumper and side mirrors protected with PPF, and I'm very happy with the results. Brandon made the whole process easy, from scheduling the appointment to keeping me updated. I dropped off my car and had it back the very next day. The workmanship is excellent, and everything looks perfect.

Jimmy T. · PPF
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Before anything, just wanted to say Brandon and his staff are amazing! I brought in my 2019 Audi S4 to have the following services done to my car: Paint Correction, Ceramic Coating, and Front End PPF. The work and result was amazing when I got the car back. Brandon was very communicative with the whole process and kept me in the loop with everything.

Vincent Y. · Audi S4 · correction + ceramic + PPF

Recent PPF Work

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PPF questions

Things People Ask Before They Book

Anything else, text us a photo of the car. A real person answers.

Will I be able to see the film?+

No. The film is cut to your exact panels and every edge is wrapped around the panel rather than stopped short, so there is no visible line. On clear gloss film the car looks like it has a fresh coat of clear. Stealth matte and color films change the look on purpose.

How long does it last?+

LLumar Platinum carries a 10-year warranty against yellowing, bubbling, peeling and cracking. The self-healing top coat removes light swirls and scratches with heat — parking in the sun is usually enough.

Can it be removed?+

Yes. Professional removal leaves the factory paint untouched, which is exactly why PPF holds resale value: the next owner gets paint that was never exposed.

Can I add ceramic coating or tint?+

Ceramic coating goes over the film and makes it easier to wash and glossier. Most full-body customers do both. Tint is a separate job on the glass and is often done in the same visit.

Why aren't Porsche headlights included?+

Porsche headlights carry a UV coating that can delaminate when film is applied or removed, so we leave them unfilmed. Every other make gets headlights included in the front-end packages.

How much does it cost?+

Every car is quoted individually — hood size, film width and the number of painted panels all change the price. Send the year, make, model and the coverage you want and you'll have an out-the-door number within 30 minutes during business hours.

How do colors work?+

There are hundreds of color and finish options, so color film is ordered to your spec once a deposit is placed. Bring the look you want and we'll match it.

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402 Birch Ave
San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 539-8626
Hours

Mon–Fri 8:30am – 6pm
Sat by appointment only
Sun closed

Drop-off 8:30–9am or the evening before
Prefer to text? Send a photo of your car and what you want done to (650) 541-5272. Same 30-minute reply during business hours.
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