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Instructions on Decal Application
Before installation please be sure to read our section on surface cleaning.
This step is very important, the cleaner your surface is the better your decal
will stick and the longer it will last
Small cutting knife or razor blade (the kind with breakable blades is ideal)
- Used to separate the graphic if needed
Plastic Squeegee (Plastic credit card will work fine also) - Used to smooth
out and flatten the vinyl decal
Sewing Pin. Chances are you’ll get bubbles in your installation job, this
happens with 90% of vinyl installations
Use this to prick any bubbles to release trapped air under the graphic
Roll of Masking Tape - Used to hold the decal to the surfaces during
installation, and to insure the decal is level
The graphic consists of three separate pieces.
· Pre-mask
· Vinyl Graphic
· Liner
Lay the graphic face down on a flat work area.
Using a squeegee, credit card, or any flat item, firmly rub graphic area
starting from the center and moving out toward the edges. This is to insure that
the decal is attached to the “PREMASK”.
Apply a single horizontal strip of 2" masking tape to the top of the graphic.
The strip should be split between the graphic and the surface with 1" on each
side . This strip will be used as a hinge that will insure the graphic does not
move during the application process.
Hold the bottom edge of the hinged graphic away
from the surface and remove the “LINER” to reveal the sticky backing of the
vinyl
CAUTION: Do not let the exposed graphic fall onto the surface. The back of
the graphic is very tacky and will tightly adhere to the surface. If the
placement is not correct, removing the graphic for re-placement will be very
difficult or impossible without causing damage to the vinyl
While still holding the hinged graphic away from
the surface. Use the squeegee and go from top to bottom, begin to merge the
graphic to the surface
Notes: Work from top to bottom. Do not let the entire graphic fall onto the
surface. If lines or creases develop, lift and re-place the graphic
Once the graphic is in proper position and lying
perfectly flat on the surface. Go from the center working outward, use firm
strokes with the squeegee to insure the elements adhere to the surface
Gently remove the “PRE-MASK”. Be careful not to
pull the graphic up with the “PRE-MASK” paper
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