Wet Vinyl Decal Application On Uneven Vehicle Surfaces

Use the wet method.

Wet vinyl decal application on uneven vehicle surfaces.

Learn how to apply vehicle decals and graphics from a professional in this free automotive video. Vinyl stickers otherwise known as decals are fun ways to decorate your window car laptop and other sturdy surfaces first wipe down the surface of your choice to get rid of any dirt and dust. This will be the buffer between the vinyl decal and the squeegee. When wet is advisable there are certain substrates and conditions under which wet applications are the best route.

The next step is to spray the outside of the vinyl transfer material looks like masking tape with water. Apply rubbing alcohol to remove any remaining oils or waxes from the vehicle s surface. You can apply most smaller decals without using water but for large and very large stickers this trick is a life saver. The vinyl should now be on the vehicle.

Quick simple application method for placing vinyl decals on ribbed or uneven surfaces. Once the decal is where you want it remove any excess water with a squeegee to allow the decal to bond to the vehicle s surface. Wet applications may be advisable with clear or translucent film applications larger graphics on glass especially reverse cut interior applications critical alignments hot surfaces and windy conditions. Clean off the surface.

The wet method involves making a soap solution using a mixture of dish soap and water to get both the application surface and the adhesive side of the decal wet before applying the decal. Spray the car thoroughly with the soapy water where the vinyl will be applied then stick the vinyl onto the vehicle. Window cleaner will help prepare the vehicle s surface prior to application. The soap gives the solution a bit of viscosity to allow the installer to slide the decal around and position it perfectly on the intended target in our case.

Apply the sticker while the area is still wet. Remove the wax paper. Lol i know what you mean it is scary i use white vinager to set it when working with uneven surfaces like the delta on the 737 i just finished the decals on the nose would have been hard to get right with out it on flat surfaces i usually dont bother but i use micro sol on every decal i just love how they look after words.