Applying Vinyl Stickers

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Applying vinyl stickers.

Avoid applying your decal in extreme temperatures. Regardless of your vinyl sticker or decal there are a couple of general rules to follow. Aim to do this in a fluid motion to prevent any air bubbles from forming. After applying the decal remove the application tape.

Applying vinyl graphics and stickers is a common way you can transform the appearance of your vehicle and the versatility they have allows you to apply them wherever you want. 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. Put your decal on your chosen surface when it s between 50 90 f 10 32 c outside or in the room you re applying it in. Position decal in the desired location and hold this in place with masking tape.

Reflective vinyl should be applied on a dry surface. To do so apply pressure evenly across the transfer tape with a squeegee or a plastic card. Before applying these types of stickers it s important to make sure the sticker and transfer tape are pressed firmly together. On the body or on the windows as long as they meet the legal size and placement requirements in your state.

If you re applying your sticker to a dry surface make sure that it s positioned and angled properly. Place the left side of the decal down on the surface taking care to line up the lines you drew in the previous step. Cutting vinyl with the cricut explore is very easy but weeding it and applying it to a surface can be confusing. If it s hotter or colder the decal won t stick properly.

Remove decal backing paper apply the decal by pressing firmly using a squeegee. With the application tape still intact squeegee the decal to the surface by applying pressure with smooth even strokes. We are also available through live chat phone and email to answer any of your sticker and decal questions. If you need help applying any other types of stickers we also have guides for small stickers or decals large transfer stickers large die cut stickers large windshield stickers and family stickers.