Quick answer: CoaterZ does chrome deletes at all three shops in Palm Harbor, Lutz and Sarasota, wrapping chrome window trim, grilles, badges and other brightwork in gloss or satin black vinyl. It is reversible and protects the original chrome underneath. Request a free quote or call your nearest shop.
Why drivers black out their chrome
Chrome trim can look dated on a modern truck or SUV, and in Florida it pits and clouds from sun, salt air and car-wash chemicals. A chrome delete gives a cleaner, more aggressive look and hides trim that has already started to fade.
What we can black out
- Window surrounds and belt-line trim
- Grille surrounds and grille inserts
- Badges, emblems and lettering
- Mirror caps and door handles
- Roof rails and bumper accents
Vinyl finishes
Most customers choose gloss black or satin black. We can also match a color from your custom wrap if you want accents instead of black.
How the install works
We clean and decontaminate the trim, remove pieces where it gives a cleaner edge, then wrap each part with the vinyl tucked behind the edges so it does not lift. Badges can be wrapped in place or removed and wrapped, depending on the vehicle.
Pair it with protection
- Paint protection film for the front end
- Ceramic coating
- Window tint to complete the blacked-out look
CoaterZ locations
- CoaterZ Palm Harbor: 4824 US-19 ALT, Palm Harbor, FL 34683 · (727) 935-4621
- CoaterZ Lutz: 16235 N Florida Ave, Lutz, FL 33549 · (813) 467-8149
- CoaterZ Sarasota: 2321 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34239 · (941) 297-0125
- Hours: Palm Harbor and Sarasota, Monday to Saturday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM; Lutz, Monday to Saturday, 9 AM to 6 PM; closed Sunday
Frequently asked questions
What is a chrome delete?
A chrome delete covers or replaces the shiny chrome trim on a vehicle, such as window surrounds, grilles, badges and roof rails, usually with gloss or satin black vinyl, so the trim matches a blacked-out look.
Is a vinyl chrome delete permanent?
No. Vinyl can be removed later, which is why many leased vehicles get a vinyl chrome delete. The original chrome stays underneath.
Which parts can be blacked out?
Common areas are window trim, grille surrounds, badges and emblems, door handles, mirror caps and roof rails. We look at your vehicle and tell you what can be wrapped.
Can I add paint protection film or ceramic coating at the same time?
Yes. Many customers combine a chrome delete with PPF on the front end or a ceramic coating so the whole vehicle is protected in one visit.
Which CoaterZ shop does chrome deletes?
All three: Palm Harbor (727) 935-4621, Lutz (813) 467-8149 and Sarasota (941) 297-0125.
Get a chrome delete quote
Send us your vehicle and the trim you want blacked out. Request a quote, or visit Palm Harbor, Lutz or Sarasota.