Bodaq® Interior Film FAQ

Everything you need to know about Bodaq® Interior Film: what it is, how the series are organized, fire ratings, installation, cleaning, samples, and how it compares with 3M DI-NOC, laminate, and paint. Surface Supply LLC is the Official Authorized US Distributor of Bodaq® Interior Film, manufactured by Hyundai L&C in Korea.

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Product basics

What is Bodaq Interior Film?

Bodaq Interior Film is a self-adhesive architectural film that resurfaces interior walls, doors, cabinetry, millwork, elevator cabs, and furniture in place, without demolition. It is a 0.2 mm (about 8 mil) printed and embossed PVC sheet with a pressure-sensitive acrylic adhesive on the back. The emboss is what separates it from ordinary decorative vinyl: a woodgrain pattern carries the shallow pores of open-grain timber, and under raking light the surface behaves like the material it imitates. Bodaq is a wrap, not a laminate, not a veneer, and not paint. Read the longer explainer at What is Bodaq Interior Film?

Who manufactures Bodaq, and who sells it in the US?

Bodaq is manufactured by Hyundai L&C, a Korean building-materials company whose plants trace back to 1965. The manufacturer's global site is bodaqglobal.com. Surface Supply LLC is the Official Authorized US Distributor of Bodaq® Interior Film and lists every pattern in the current catalog in the Bodaq Interior Film collection. The educational site bodaqfilms.com carries the pattern index, guides, and published test data.

How is Bodaq different from contact paper or vehicle wrap?

Bodaq is an architectural-grade film built for buildings. Contact paper is typically 2 to 4 mil with a light-duty adhesive meant for drawer liners; Bodaq is roughly 8 mil, embossed for texture, and rated 3H pencil hardness. Vehicle wrap shares the self-adhesive vinyl technology but is formulated for automotive paint and outdoor exposure, and it is not embossed to read as wood, stone, or fabric. Bodaq is supplied in 48 in architectural widths, uses an air-release adhesive designed for interior substrates, and carries fire-test documentation that a vehicle film does not. For a broader comparison see Vinyl Wraps vs Contact Paper: The Real Differences Explained.

How thick is Bodaq film?

0.2 mm on average, which is about 8 mil. That is thin enough that doors still swing in their frames and drawers still run in their slides after refinishing, and thick enough to carry a 3H wear layer.

How many Bodaq finishes are there?

The 2026-2027 Hyundai L&C catalog lists 468 patterns, and Surface Supply sells all of them. The library covers natural and premium wood grains, painted wood, solid colors, super matte, high gloss, natural stone and marble, painted concrete, real and velvet metal, gold metal, hologram, fabric, leather, specialty designs, an easy-clean series, and a separate exterior series. Browse by family at All Wood, All Solid Colors, All Stone & Concrete, All Metal, All Fabric & Leather, and Exterior.

What roll sizes does Bodaq come in?

Every Bodaq finish is 48 in (122 cm) wide. Most product pages offer three variants: an 8 in x 10 in sample, a 48 in x 82 ft half roll, and a 48 in x 164 ft full roll. A few specialty finishes are cut to other lengths, so check the variant list on the product page. A full 164 ft roll weighs roughly 65 lb.

How much does Bodaq cost?

Pricing is set per pattern series. Samples are $2.92 for every pattern. Full 48 in x 164 ft rolls currently range from about $1,815 for Solid Color finishes to about $3,600 for the most complex specialty series, with half rolls at roughly half the full-roll price. Current pricing is always live on each product page in the Bodaq collection. Approved trade and installer accounts see their tier pricing after sign-in; apply through the trade application or installer application.

Fire rating and compliance

Is Bodaq fire rated?

Yes. All standard Bodaq® Interior Film finishes pass ASTM E84 Class A for US interior use. ASTM E84 is the Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials, and Class A is the classification most US building codes call for on interior wall and ceiling finishes. Results are also reported to CAN/ULC-S102 and DIN 4102-1. Reports are issued per pattern series and Surface Supply will send the current report with the pattern-code mapping to any specifier who asks. Full detail is on the Bodaq fire ratings page.

Is every Bodaq pattern fire rated, including the standard versions?

Yes. The Hyundai L&C catalog prints a flame-retardant marker against some patterns and not others, and older copy treated that marker as the line between fire-rated and non-fire-rated finishes. That framing was wrong for the US market. Hyundai L&C has confirmed to Surface Supply that all Bodaq interior film finishes, including the standard versions that are not marked flame-retardant in the Korean catalog, pass ASTM E84 with a Class A result. You do not need to restrict a US interior project to the marked patterns.

What do the Korean 방염 and 비방염 markers mean?

They refer to Korea's flame-retardant approval, tested to Korean standard KS F 2271, and are a Korea-specific designation, not the US fire rating. 방염 (flame-retardant) marks patterns approved under this Korean designation; 비방염 (non-flame-retardant) marks the standard version. That distinction matters for projects governed by Korean code. It does not tell you which patterns pass ASTM E84 in the United States, because all of them do. Where the markers appear in the catalog PDF or the bodaqfilms.com pattern index, read them as Korea's own flame-retardant approval, separate from the US result, and rely on the ASTM E84 report for your US submittal.

Which fire tests are used, and in which markets?

Three standards cover the main markets. In the United States, Bodaq is tested to ASTM E84 (Class A). In Canada, results exist per series to CAN/ULC-S102, the Canadian surface-burning test. In Europe, Bodaq is reported at class B1 (not easily flammable) under DIN 4102-1. Ask for the report that matches your jurisdiction and the pattern series you are specifying. For a general primer on reading these standards, see Fire Ratings for Vinyl Wraps: What to Check Before You Order.

How do I get the fire test report for a submittal?

Contact Surface Supply with the pattern codes on your schedule (for example W949, NS202, or SMT03) and the market or standard you need. Because reports are issued per pattern series, we send the current report for each series with a pattern-code mapping that shows which codes it covers, so a reviewer can trace your finish to the tested material. Hyundai L&C is supplying the full certification package to Surface Supply. Request the report at submittal time rather than reusing a file from an earlier project.

Can Bodaq be used in elevator cabs?

Yes, and it is one of the most common commercial uses because a cab can be refinished overnight. Hyundai L&C's technical bulletin records elevator compliance references to ASME A17.1 in the United States, CSA B44 in Canada, and TSSA. Confirm pattern-specific documentation with your elevator contractor and the authority having jurisdiction. The All Metal and All Stone & Concrete families are the usual starting points. See also How to Choose the Best Architectural Films for Elevators.

Series and finishes

How are Bodaq series organized?

Each pattern code starts with a letter prefix that identifies its series, and each series is a collection on this site. Wood: Natural Wood (W), Premium Wood (ZX), Origin Wood (SPW), Linear Wood (LW), Painted Wood (PTW), and Oak Grain Wood (OGW). Solids: Solid Color (S), Super Matte (SMT), Mono Blanc (BLC), and High Gloss & Sparkle. Stone: Natural Stone (NS), Stone & Marble (PM), and Painted Concrete (PNC). Metal: Real Metal (RM), Velvet Metal (VM), Gold Metal (APZ), and Hologram (UMI). Textile and leather: Real Fabric (RF), Natural Fabric (NF), Super Light Leather (SL), and Specialty Design (SF). Two functional series round it out: Easy Clean (ECF) and Exterior Film (EXF).

What does a Bodaq pattern code tell me?

The code is the specification. The prefix names the series (and therefore the fire-report series), and the number identifies the individual pattern. W949 is a Natural Wood oak, NS119 a Natural Stone gray marble, S115 a Solid Color snow white. Write the code, not the descriptive name, into schedules and purchase orders, because names repeat across series while codes do not. Keep the code on the asset register too; reordering years later is far easier than matching a door by eye.

Which wood series should I choose?

Natural Wood (W) is the largest and most versatile family, covering oak, walnut, ash, maple, teak, and more at a standard grain scale. Premium Wood (ZX) pushes realism and depth for feature millwork. Origin Wood (SPW) and Linear Wood (LW) lean toward contemporary, linear grain reads for long runs of doors and slat walls. Painted Wood (PTW) gives the brushed painted-timber look, and Oak Grain Wood (OGW) is a focused oak library. Order samples across two or three series before committing; emboss and sheen are hard to judge on screen. The choosing patterns guide on bodaqfilms.com walks through room, surface, and lighting.

What is Super Matte (SMT)?

Super Matte is Bodaq's ultra-low-gloss solid color series. It resists fingerprints and reads as a flawless factory coat, which is why it is popular for kitchen fronts, wardrobe doors, and reception fronts. Like any low-gloss film, it deserves a felt-edged squeegee and clean gloves during installation. Compare it with the standard Solid Color (S) series, which has a soft matte sheen, and read Matte vs Gloss Architectural Film if you are weighing the two.

What is the Exterior (EXF) series?

The Exterior Film series is the only Bodaq range sold for outdoor use. It carries concrete and stone looks formulated for weather exposure on facades, entrances, and exterior columns. Standard interior finishes must not be used outdoors. Shop the Exterior collection and confirm your substrate and climate with us before ordering.

Surfaces and applications

What surfaces can Bodaq be applied to?

Bodaq bonds best to smooth, sealed, non-porous interior surfaces: painted MDF, sealed gypsum board, high-pressure laminate and melamine, hollow metal doors, glass, and many rigid plastics. Film follows what is underneath it: at 0.2 mm, a proud screw head or a lifted laminate edge will read straight through, so fill, sand, and degrease before you wrap. The Bodaq installation guide covers substrate prep in detail.

Can Bodaq go on unsealed drywall or raw wood?

No, not directly. Unsealed drywall, raw wood, and porous stone will not hold the adhesive reliably; the surface must be sealed and any coating fully cured before you apply film. On fresh paint, allow the full cure time, not just dry-to-touch; solvents still flashing off will attack the bond from underneath.

Can Bodaq wrap around curves, edges, and 3D profiles?

Yes. Bodaq conforms around edges, bullnoses, returns, and shallow curves with gentle heat from a heat gun, and it can wrap onto the back of doors and panels for a finished edge. Where the film travels around a profile, orient the piece so the stretch runs across the roll: elongation at break is 220% across the width against 80% along the length. Heat is for conforming details, not for stretching flat areas; over-stretched film relaxes later and the pattern distorts. Cut a bigger piece instead.

What is Bodaq used for?

Cabinet refacing, door and frame wraps, feature walls, reception desks, wardrobe fronts, retail fixtures, elevator cabs, and furniture in occupied interiors where demolition is not practical. Hotels turn rooms one at a time, retailers refit between trading days, and healthcare projects favor the dry, dust-free application. For ideas, see 10 Surfaces You Can Transform with Architectural Film and Vinyl Door Wraps: The Complete Guide to Commercial Door Resurfacing.

Can Bodaq be used outdoors?

Only the Exterior Film (EXF) series is sold for outdoor use. Interior finishes will fail if exposed to weather, standing water, and sustained direct sun, and strong daily sun through heavy glazing is hard on any interior finish. In those exposures ask us about the exterior-grade range instead.

Installation

Is Bodaq a wet or dry application?

Dry. Do not wet the adhesive or use application fluid. Bodaq's adhesive face is cut with a fine grid of air-release channels, so trapped air escapes as you squeegee, and the film can be lifted and re-set while positioning without slip solution.

What is the installation temperature range?

Install between 12 and 38°C (54 to 100°F), with the substrate at the same temperature as the room. Too cold and the adhesive may not key and cutting can split the film; too hot and the film goes slack. Store rolls indoors below 38°C, out of sun and damp, and use them within a year. If you must work in a cold building, read How to Apply Vinyl Wraps in Low Temperatures.

What tools do I need?

Nothing proprietary: a felt-wrapped squeegee, a snap-off knife with spare blades, a steel ruler, a heat gun for edges and 3D work, 70% isopropyl alcohol with lint-free cloths, masking tape, and a measuring tape. Surface Supply stocks installation tools so they can ship with the film. See Tools Necessary to Install Architectural Film for a fuller kit list.

How is Bodaq installed, step by step?

Prepare the substrate (degrease, make good, seal porous areas, remove hardware). Cut the film oversize with extra for trim and returns. Score a set line in the release liner, tack the top edge, and check alignment. Pull the liner in short sections and squeegee from the center outward so air leaves at the edges. Warm corners gently to conform, trim, and re-squeegee all edges and seams. Keep grain direction and production lot consistent across a seam; use a double-cut on flat work and an overlap on corners. The full procedure is in the Bodaq installation guide.

Does Bodaq need a primer?

On sound, clean, non-porous substrates, no. Bodaq is a pressure-sensitive film applied dry. Porous surfaces need sealing first, and a wipe with 70% isopropyl alcohol just before application is the single most effective step against edge lift.

How long does the adhesive take to cure?

Full strength builds over 3 to 7 days. Measured 180° peel on steel rises from 7.83 N/mm thirty minutes after application to 10.29 N/mm at twenty-four hours. Avoid heavy cleaning, edge picking, and impact during that window, and keep wet cleaning away from fresh edges.

Can I install Bodaq myself?

An experienced wrap or finishing crew can install Bodaq well; it is a trade skill rather than a proprietary system. A careful first-timer can handle flat casework or a single door. Full-height walls, elevator cabs, and seamed runs reward professional experience. Surface Supply is supply-only, but we can refer installers who work with the material regularly. How to Avoid the Most Common Mistakes in Architectural Wrapping is worth reading first.

Cleaning and durability

How do you clean Bodaq film?

Dust with a dry or slightly damp soft cloth. For marks, use warm water with a little neutral detergent (the tested concentration is 0.5%), then wipe dry. Work with the grain on woodgrain and brushed metallic patterns, and do not let water sit on seams. Avoid abrasive pads, cream cleaners, melamine foam erasers, prolonged solvent contact, steam, direct heat, and adhesive removers or silicone sprays near edges. Hyundai L&C's care and maintenance guide has the full list.

How scratch resistant is Bodaq?

The wear layer is rated 3H on the ASTM D3363 pencil hardness test (750 g load), and the film loses 15.1 mg in a 1,000-cycle abrasion test with a CS-10 wheel under 1,000 g. That is durable for walls, doors, and casework in commercial traffic, but it is a film, not a benchtop. Treat these as laboratory results for the material as tested, not as a warranty.

Does Bodaq stain?

Hyundai L&C's stain testing shows no change after 24 hours of contact with coffee, cola, soy sauce, wine vinegar, milk, olive oil, ethanol, acetone, 0.5% detergent, 5% acetic acid, 5% ammonia, hydrochloric acid, 5% sodium carbonate, and 5% sodium chloride. Brief contact is not the same as leaving solvent sitting on the surface, so wipe spills promptly.

Can Bodaq be repaired?

Damage is repaired by replacing the affected piece rather than patching within a panel, because a patch mid-face will always read. Since film goes on panel by panel, damage is usually contained to one door leaf or cabinet front. Keep the pattern code and production lot on file so a replacement matches.

Can Bodaq be removed?

Yes. It is a pressure-sensitive film rather than a permanent laminate, so it can be taken off with heat and a slow, low-angle pull. Residue and substrate condition vary with age, so treat removal as refinishing work rather than peeling a sticker. See How to Remove Vinyl Wrap Without Damaging the Surface.

What is the Bodaq warranty?

Warranty terms depend on the product, application, and market, and should come from the current documentation for the pattern you are buying. Ask Surface Supply for the terms that apply to your project; test results such as 3H hardness are not a warranty.

Ordering, samples and shipping

How do I order a Bodaq sample?

Every Bodaq product page has an 8 in x 10 in sample variant at $2.92. Order as many as you like in one cart. A physical sample is strongly recommended before committing to rolls: screens flatten emboss and shift color, and color may also vary slightly between print lots and between samples and production rolls. Order rolls for one visible run from a single lot and check lot numbers before cutting. If you would rather send us a list of codes, contact us and we will build the order.

How long does Bodaq take to ship?

Bodaq samples and rolls ship in 6 to 9 business days. That lead time is printed at the top of every Bodaq product page. If a project date is tight, order samples early and confirm roll quantities with us before the schedule is locked.

How much film do I need?

Measure each surface, add at least 1/2 in on all sides for trim, and 3 in or more around anything that wraps onto returns or the back of a door. Bodaq is 48 in wide, so surfaces wider than 4 ft need seams; allow overlap per seam and keep grain direction consistent. For large projects, order 10 to 15% extra for waste and future repairs.

Is there trade or installer pricing?

Yes. Approved trade and installer accounts see tier pricing on Bodaq after sign-in. Apply through the trade application (designers, architects, contractors, property managers) or the installer application (professional film installers).

Where can I download the catalog?

The 2026-2027 Bodaq catalog PDF is at bodaqfilms.com/catalog, and a browsable index of every pattern with swatches and codes is at bodaqfilms.com/patterns. See also Surface Supply's catalogs page.

Bodaq vs alternatives

How does Bodaq compare with 3M DI-NOC?

They are closely comparable products from different manufacturers, and Surface Supply sells both. Both are roughly 8 mil self-adhesive architectural films on 48 in wide rolls, both use an air-release adhesive, and both are tested to ASTM E84 with Class A results. Bodaq is dry-applied at 12 to 38°C; DI-NOC follows 3M's own procedure, including an adhesion test. The library differs: 468 Bodaq patterns against 800-plus DI-NOC patterns stocked here. If the drawing already names one, stay on it. If you are still choosing, order samples of both and compare grain, gloss, price, and lead time. Read Bodaq vs 3M DI-NOC and the DI-NOC FAQ.

How does Bodaq compare with laminate?

Bodaq installs directly over the existing surface with its built-in adhesive, so there is no substrate fabrication, contact cement, or edge banding, and it wraps around curves and edges that laminate cannot. For renovation that means no demolition and a night shift instead of days off site. Laminate keeps the edge in heat resistance near cooktops and in new construction where substrates are fabricated from scratch. For vertical surfaces in a refit, film usually wins on total cost once downtime is counted. The same logic applies against repainting where a material read is wanted or the room cannot be out of service; see the film vs repainting guide. See Vinyl Wrap vs Replacement.

How does Bodaq compare with Renuva Architectural Film?

Renuva is a second architectural film brand carried by Surface Supply: 27 finishes across wood, marble, metal, solid, and fabric, stocked in the US for quick shipping, with a water-based adhesive and a 5-year warranty. Renuva is also ASTM E84 fire rated for US interior use (Class A, with the High Gloss Solid series at Class B). Choose Bodaq when the project needs a deep pattern library, a specialty look or an exterior series; choose Renuva for a fast-ship residential or light commercial job. Compare in the Renuva collection.

Still have questions?

Contact Surface Supply for pattern recommendations, fire reports, trade pricing, or project guidance. The Bodaq resources hub links every guide in one place.