Decal Application Instructions

How to Properly Apply your Decals

Decal Application Instructions

What you will need:

Measuring tape, pencil, painters tape, squeegee, rubbing alcohol, cleaning supplies (Rapid Tac or baby shampoo or alcohol).


Step One: 

Make sure the temperature is moderate between 50f and 80f.

Mark the area with with a pencil or use tape for easy and accurate positioning.

Step Two: 

Wash the surface with an ammonia- free cleaner to remove any dirt, grease, oil, wax, or foreign matter.

Then spray or wipe the area with rubbing alcohol.

DO NOT USE WINDOW CLEANER.

Step Three:

Leaving the backing paper on, place the decal where you would like to apply it. Place a piece of tape along the top edge of the decal, creating a hinge.

Step Four:

Lift the decal, as if it is on a hinge and peel off the backing paper.

Step Five:

Spray the surface with Rapid Tac Fluid. OR use a 32 oz spray bottle fill with water, 1/2 tsp of baby shampoo and 2 tsp of alcohol.

Step Six:

While holding the bottom edge of the decal, slowly lower the decal to the surface and use a squeegee to remove bubbles.

Step Seven:

Remove the masking/ painters tape hinge from the top of the decal.

Step Eight: 

Use the squeegee to remove any bubbles. Allow 24 hours before washing or rough handling.

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