Gloss Black Metallic Vinyl Wrap

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Gloss Black Metallic Vinyl Wrap

Gloss Black Metallic is a premium cast vinyl wrap featuring a deep, high-gloss black base with fine metallic flakes for subtle shimmer and paint-like depth. It provides excellent conformability, durability, scratch/UV protection, and a stunning reflective finish that changes subtly with lighting. Ideal for full vehicle wraps, accents, and non-porous surfaces. Available across major brands with varying warranties and adhesive technologies.

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Brands

$13

From / lin ft

10–12 yr

Best warranty

2026

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Brand comparison

4 brands making gloss black metallic vinyl wrap — click Compare to see specs side by side

3M — 2080 Series 2080-G212 Pro standard

2080 Series · 🇺🇸 USA

Thickness

3.5 mil

Warranty

8 yr

Air release

Controltac™ + Comply™

UV resist

High

Self heal

DIY ease

4.0/5

Why 3M: Industry standard used by professional installers worldwide. Controltac™ adhesive is the pro installer choice.

3M 2080 Series Gloss Black Metallic (G212) – Multi-layer cast film with Controltac™ + Comply™ air release. Thickness: 3.5-5.5 mil. Up to 8 years. Excellent repositionability and conformability to complex curves/rivets.

Avery Dennison — SW900 Supreme SW900-192-M Best for DIY

SW900 Supreme · 🇺🇸 USA

Thickness

3.2 mil

Warranty

10 yr

Air release

Easy Apply RS™

UV resist

High

Self heal

DIY ease

5.0/5

Why Avery Dennison: Easiest install in class — 5/5 DIY ease. Best warranty for the price.

Avery Dennison SW900 Supreme Gloss Black Metallic – Dual-layer cast film with Easy Apply™ RS adhesive. Thickness: ~3.2-4.4 mil. Up to 10 years warranty. Superior repositionability, slideability, and deep recess conformability. Metallic flake for extra shimmer.

Oracal — 970RA Series 970RA-704 Best longevity

970RA Series · 🇩🇪 Germany

Thickness

4.25 mil

Warranty

10–12 yr

Air release

RapidAir®

UV resist

High

Self heal

DIY ease

3.0/5

Why Oracal: Thickest standard film at 4.25 mil. Best-in-class longevity up to 12 years.

ORACAL 970RA Series Gloss Black Metallic (970RA-704) – Premium cast vinyl with RapidAir® technology. Thickness: 4.25 mil (thickest). Up to 10-12 years. Excellent conformability to deep recesses and compound curves. Smooth gloss metallic paint-like finish.

KPMF — K75400 Series K75448 Show builds

K75400 Series · 🇬🇧 UK

Thickness

3.3–4.0 mil

Warranty

7 yr

Air release

Airelease

UV resist

High + UV coat

Self heal

DIY ease

3.0/5

Why KPMF: Premium positioning. Best for show builds. Pro install recommended.

KPMF K75400 Series Gloss Phantom Black Metallic (K75448) – Double-cast premium vinyl with Airelease adhesive. Thickness: 3.15-4.0 mil. Up to 7 years. Outstanding dimensional stability, removable with heat/chemicals. Eye-catching metallic effect for show builds.

Generic specs verified from official brand datasheets · Color-specific data verified April 2026 · Prices from distributor listings

Brand comparison — select brands above

Spec	3M	Avery Dennison	Oracal	KPMF
Thickness	3.5 mil	3.2 mil Thinnest	4.25 mil Thickest	3.3–4.0 mil
Warranty	8 yr	10 yr Best	10–12 yr Best	7 yr
Air release	Controltac™ + Comply™	Easy Apply RS™	RapidAir®	Airelease
UV resistance	High	High	High	High + UV coat Best
DIY ease	4.0/5	5.0/5 Easiest	3.0/5	3.0/5
Self healing	No	No	No	No
Film type	Cast Vinyl (PVC)	Cast Vinyl (PVC)	Cast Vinyl (PVC)	Cast Vinyl (PVC)
Origin	🇺🇸 USA	🇺🇸 USA	🇩🇪 Germany	🇬🇧 UK
Price / linear ft	$14.50	$14.49	$13 Cheapest	$18 Priciest
Full car est.	~$725	~$725	~$650	~$900
Best for	Industry standard used by professional installers worldwide. Controltac™ adhesive is the pro installer choice.	Easiest install in class — 5/5 DIY ease. Best warranty for the price.	Thickest standard film at 4.25 mil. Best-in-class longevity up to 12 years.	Premium positioning. Best for show builds. Pro install recommended.

How "Gloss Black Metallic Vinyl Wrap" actually looks — brand by brand

Same name ≠ same color. Each brand developed their shade independently.

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2080-G212

Industry standard

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Avery Dennison

SW900-192-M

Easy DIY

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Oracal

970RA-704

Longest lasting

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KPMF

K75448

Phantom Black

Hex codes are approximate — screens cannot perfectly represent physical vinyl. Always order a sample before committing to a full wrap.

What to know before you order

Common mistakes buyers make with gloss black metallic vinyl wrap

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Same name — different shade

Each brand developed their shade independently. Use the swatch comparison above to see how they differ before ordering.

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Always order a sample first

Screens cannot reproduce vinyl color accurately. Order a 1ft sample from each brand you consider and view it on your car in different lighting before committing.

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Price varies by finish

Solid and gloss colors are lowest cost. Metallic, satin, and color-shift finishes cost 20–50% more per linear foot. Always verify current pricing at your distributor.

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Pro install vs DIY

Avery SW900 is easiest for DIY at 5/5. 3M 2080 is the industry standard for professional installers. KPMF and Hexis are recommended for pro install only.