DECAL APPLICATION HELP
How should I prepare the surface for the decal?
Please read these instructions all the way through before starting your application. The
surface must be clean, and free of all oils, waxes and dirt. If decal is to be applied to
GLASS, use Windex or a comparable cleaner to clean the glass. If you use RainX, try
Formula 409 to remove it. On painted surfaces wipe with a wax remover or alcohol if
applying on freshly waxed paint. These Decals come to you in three layers. The top layer
is called the Transfer Tape. It looks somewhat like regular masking tape. The middle layer
is the actual Decal. The bottom layer is a Backing Paper treated with a release agent.
How should I care for my decal?
In colder climates, decals on windows of vehicles can be damaged by the scraping of frost
or ice from the windows. Mild window cleaner may be used to clean the windows without
damage to the decal.
On painted surfaces of vehicles, care must be taken when waxing. Wax will build up
around the edges of the decal, and will need to be removed. Use a soft cloth, and take
your time, and be gentle. DON'T DO. A brush, for example will force the wax underneath
the edge of the decal, and the decal will begin to peel. Your Decal will not be damaged by
normal use of car wash products, or water. Although the decals will withstand pressure
washers and car washes, these will reduce the life and appearance of your Decal. The
decals will not last forever, but will give you many years of enjoyment if taken care of
properly.
Should I use the wet method?
Mix a gallon or so of water with a few(2) drops of dish washing liquid. Use a spray bottle
and wet the area where the decal is to be applied.
DO NOT APPLY IN DIRECT SUN LIGHT
Trim away the transfer tape so that the tape is about (within 1/2") border, of your Decal.
Remove the backing paper the same as the Dry Method instructions and place the Decal,
still attached to the transfer tape, to the thoroughly wet surface. The decal can then be
gently moved and repositioned correctly. Your Decal will slide on the thin film of solution
trapped between the vinyl decal and the surface. If you are doing a windshield decal and
need to curve the letters, cut the transfer tape with a pair of scissors between the letters
about 3/4 of the way from the top of the Decal and position the letters where needed. DO
NOT cut all the way through as this will mess up your spacing between the letters. When
the decal is in the final location, use a small squeegee or drivers license to squeeze the
water and detergent solution out from under the decal. The transfer tape will protect the
decal during this process.
CAUTION
Be sure to squeegee as much solution as possible from under the decal. Take your time,
because if not enough solution is removed from under the decal, the Decal will not adhere
to the surface enough to allow the easy removal of the transfer tape. Although a
squeegee is the recommended tool, the water can also be removed by using your fingers.
When through with the squeegee, the transfer tape can be carefully removed. Work the
decal with your fingers, and a soft, absorbent cloth around the edges and corners to
remove any remaining solution. Warm weather is best for this application. If there are
bubbles present under the decal that cannot be removed by working them to the edge of
the decal with your fingers, then a small pin or needle can be used to puncture the decal
at the bubble, to remove the air. A small pin hole will not be seen after the air bubble has
been worked out with the fingers.
Should I use a dry method?
DO NOT APPLY IN DIRECT SUN LIGHT
You will need a needle, a laminated drivers license or a similar type squeegee.
Apply Decal at room temperature ( 55 to 75 degrees) or above. The warmer it is, the
better it works, but, try to avoid direct sunlight.
Take the drivers license or squeegee and flatten the Decal on both sides by rubbing over
it. If your Decal was shipped rolled, lay it out flat and let it relax for an hour or so. The
Decal will be easier to handle if flat. Next, try to make sure the air bubbles are removed as
much as possible. There should be only a few bubbles at this point.
Double check to make sure that your Decal were meant for inside or outside application.
99% of the time they will be for the outside.
Turn the Decal upside down on the transfer tape and pull backing off SLOWLY. The
backing is the heavier gauge paper. Using a needle or similar pointed object, hold edges
of letters and all small areas while pulling away the backing. If a letter moves, just position
it back into place by pushing backing down and move letter back to original position.
You are now ready to apply the Decal. Hold the Decal over your desired location and
slowly apply the Decal to the surface. Start at the far edge and work towards you, Keep
the squeegee at a 30 degree angle to help push the air out as you make each pass The
transfer tape will allow you to rub the decal without damaging it. .
Peel back an edge of transfer tape SLOWLY. Watch the small letters and corners, making
sure they are sticking to surface, and not to the transfer tape. Remember, PATIENCE IS
THE KEY. DO NOT RUSH. Once the transfer tape is removed, take your fingers and rub
gently over the corners and points of your decal to make sure they are adhered firmly to
the surface. If by chance you have an air bubbles, use your needle and give the air
bubbles a small poke, this will create a small hole for the air to escape. Press around the
air bubble, working the air to the small hole. The bubbles may disappear after a day or
two.
REMEMBER Once the Decal touches the glass or paint, it cannot be moved again.
PATIENCE IS THE KEY.
* How do I remove my decal?
On glass surfaces, with temperatures between 70 and 80 degrees, a razor blade scraper
can be used. Decals can be removed from painted surfaces by using a heat gun or hair
dryer to warm the decal to the point to where it peels off easily.
THE APPLICATION OF VINYL DECALS REQUIRES A DEGREE OF DEXTERITY AND
CONCENTRATION. IF YOU FEEL THAT YOU CANNOT APPLY THE DECAL YOURSELF,
ANY AUTO DETAILER, OR BODY SHOP CAN APPLY IT FOR YOU. WE CANNOT BE
RESPONSIBLE FOR REPLACING DECALS THAT HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DURING
APPLICATION.
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