Lemans;
Honestly i didn't even think about the way the weave was running. Not to bothered either, but well spotted!! Plenty left to redo if it ever gets on my nerves
Awfully_Polite;
There is a slight grain to the vinyl but no real texture i would say. I just used a hair dryer to help with the edges. No need anywhere else as it was really easy to apply and manipulate with no air bubbles.
Triggster;
I havent had experience with 3M but would imagine it would be better quality/texture due to the price difference of £60 but i'm more than happy for the £20 i spent.
Miss Cat;
I would say very easy to do with some patience. No i didn't follow a how to guide. All of the trim Just pulls off either by hand or with a trim puller/flat head screw driver. Then you just need to disconnect the electronics (start button, vents, 12v power etc etc). Thats it.
The wrapping we did by just roughly outlining the trim piece then cutting it down to size and sticking it on.
After i did mine i found a guide to removal;
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=137527