The second layer is the vinyl film which is the decal itself.
Steps how to put on vinyl stickers.
Technique used is a vertical hinge and installing each sid.
Print your design from the editing software onto a sheet of vinyl paper.
Then lift the sticker as if it s on a hinge and peel off the backing paper.
Installing a decal or graphic can be costly and time consuming.
The top edge is the edge at the top of your decal.
Prepare the sticker for application by firmly rubbing the felt edge of the squeegee or something with a thin edge like a credit card against the decal pressing the transfer tape against the vinyl.
Use this simple process to install graphics or decals to save time and money.
When you receive your decal in the mail lay it flat and firmly wipe a credit card or application squeegee across the top of the transfer tape.
Make sure the computer you re using is set to print to the ink jet printer.
Position decal in the desired location and hold this in place with masking tape.
Wait for the printer to print your stickers and then grab them from the printer.
How to install a vinyl graphic.
Don t remove the top lining or the backing on the decal yet.
This removes any air bubbles that may have formed in transit and allows the sticker to cling to the transfer tape.
Remove decal backing paper apply the decal by pressing firmly using a squeegee.
Locate the print button in the image editing software and click on it.
Tape the top edge of your decal to the surface with masking tape.
Try applying the center of the sticker first then press the outer edges of the vinyl sticker into place.
Line the decal up with the marks you made and apply the tape to the top edge of the decal.
The top layer is paper transfer tape which is used to apply the decal.
Aim to do this in a fluid motion to prevent any air bubbles from forming.
Place a piece of masking tape along the top edge of the sticker this fixes it in the proper location.
The bottom layer is the backing paper.
I will show you two methods on how to apply vinyl stickers or decals like the professionals.
Leaving the white backing paper in place and facing the surface you re applying it to position the sticker where you want it to go.
Continue holding the sticker securely as you place it on a wet or dry surface.