You can go ahead and paint it or spray paint it but just be sure to give it a really long time to dry before applying the vinyl.
Applying vinyl stickers to wood.
The vinyl film stretches slightly to follow the curve of a fender but don t expect a giant american flag to stretch enough to let you apply it to the wheel well arch of a dually pickup.
The smooth surface means your sticker will be easier to apply and the adhesive has a better surface to stick to.
You need to add some sort of coating or primer that the vinyl can grip to.
Use a dry or damp cloth to wipe it down and wait until it has dried out.
How to apply vinyl to wood craftables.
If you have a choice of paint use 1shot or an enamel paint.
It will be more difficult for vinyl to stick to rough wood so sand your surface before beginning.
Then make sure there s no sawdust or residue on the wood before applying the vinyl.
Vinyl lettering lasts up to eight years depending on the quality.
If it s been painted or sealed allow a few weeks for the paint or sealant to cure before applying vinyl.
If the wood is rough or porous sand it so that the surface feels smooth to the touch.
The surface is very important to getting vinyl to adhere well.
We ve had huge success.
Vinyl lettering is an alternative to painted signs.
Wipe down your sticker to remove any dust or dirt and then apply it to your surface.
A standard acrylic paint works great.
If you re working with wood sand it down before you apply your sticker.
Vinyl lettering can be applied to glass wood metal drywall and any other smooth surface.
As you may know wood is a bit of a tricky surface when it comes to putting vinyl on it anyway.
One thing many people struggle with is how to apply vinyl to various surfaces.
Use your thumb and pointer finger to pry the back paper from the surface.
Brush the back of the sticker with more glue.
Wait 24 hours after you have painted the wood to stick on your design.
Securing the sticker 1.
This article explains how to install vinyl lettering or how to install any cut vinyl decal which differs from a flat decal.
This is the step where we apply our vinyl.
Press the sticker onto the wood surface.
Applying vinyl to wood.
Continue holding the sticker securely as you.
Peel away the backing tape on the sticker.
In this video i show you how to stain wood and apply polyurethane finish it properly and apply vinyl.
Painting your wood is a great way to seal it and help the vinyl really stick.
Press out any air bubbles with a.
The next step is to treat your wood.
The smoother harder and shinier the surface the better vinyl will adhere.