Terms
Glossary
The words on this site, in plain language.
- TPU
- Thermoplastic polyurethane: a flexible, clear plastic that stretches slightly and recovers, which lets thin film follow curved metal and ceramic.
- PPF
- Paint protection film. The automotive name for clear TPU film; watch film uses the same family of material at a smaller scale.
- Pre-cut
- Film cut to shape before it reaches the watch, so no blade touches the case during fitting.
- Reference number
- The maker's model code, often on the caseback, papers or between the lugs, such as 126610LN or 5711/1A. It identifies case size and shape.
- Full set
- All the pieces for one reference laid out on a single sheet, ready to peel and place.
- Crystal
- The clear cover over the dial, usually sapphire on luxury watches. A crystal piece protects it from scuffs.
- Case
- The body of the watch, including the flanks, lugs and often the bezel. Case pieces cover the surfaces that touch desks and door frames.
- Bezel
- The ring around the crystal. It may be fixed or rotating and polished, brushed, ceramic or gem-set.
- Lugs
- The horns that hold the bracelet or strap. Their polished tops are among the first places to mark.
- Bracelet
- A metal band made of links. Film covers the outer link faces that rub against surfaces.
- Clasp
- The folding closure of a bracelet, or the buckle of a strap. Its flat face scratches easily against desks and laptops.
- Self-healing topcoat
- The outer layer of the film. Fine swirl marks in it fade with warmth; deep cuts do not.
- Optical clarity
- How much light passes through the film without haze. Higher clarity keeps the finish underneath looking unchanged.
- Acrylic adhesive
- The glue layer on the film's underside, chosen to hold in daily wear and release cleanly when the film is peeled.
- Kit + Pro Install
- The kit fitted for you by a technician at your home or office in Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Sharjah.
- The Kit
- The pre-cut film set with cleaning wipe, microfibre cloth, squeegee and fitting card, for fitting yourself.