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Surface Preparation
All surfaces must be thoroughly cleaned before applying your vinyl graphics. The
goal is to get your surface as clean as possible. The cleaner your surface is
the better the vinyl decal will adhere. This will greatly improve the life of
you vinyl decal and will most likely adhere to your surface longer. Follow the
instructions below for specific material cleaning procedures
Plastics, Glass, Tile, Painted Metals, Base
Metals and Interior Painted Surfaces
We recommend first cleaning these surfaces with a soap and water solution.
Household dishwashing soap works fine. Next you’ll need Denatured Alcohol to
remove any residues. Although you can install decals after cleaning the surface
with dishwashing soap we recommend using Denatured Alcohol because it will
completely clean the surface. It helps remove residues that could be left from
the soap/water solution. Also if you use car cleaning products such as car wax,
Rain-X, or similar products these could possibly effect the application process
of your decals. Denatured alcohol can remove these and other residues from the
surface before applying your decals. It can be purchased at a local paint or
hardware store and is relatively inexpensive. Always follow the instructions on
the label. If it will be used on a painted surface make sure the instructions
say it can be used for that purpose (or fiberglass if it’s a boat) and test in
an inconspicuous area. You’ll want to dry the surface completely with a clean
cloth or paper towel before applying the decal
Temperature and Weather Conditions
The optimum temperature range for vinyl graphic
adhesion is 60 - 80 degrees F. The air and surfaces should always be above 40
degrees F. Very high humidity (above 90 percent) may effect the application
process. Also if possible try to work in a covered area this will help keep
debris from landing on your surface. This also helps shield from wind and wind
can become a big problem, especially if your installing a very large vinyl
graphic
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