Large Decal Installation

WET METHOD

Tools You Will Need:
* Squeegee (Your Credit Card will do)
* Wetting Solution (4 tablespoons of detergent in one gallon of water)
* Masking Tape
* Paper Towels (to clean surface before installation)

Every decal has 3 parts:
Top - application tape (may be either white or transparent depending on decal size & model)
Middle - vinyl decal
Bottom - waxed backing paper (never get this part wet!)

1. Room and application surface temperature should be no less than 60° F (15° C)
   
2. Clean application surface to remove any dirt, grease, or contaminates. Wash surface with soapy water
   and let surface dry thoroughly. Do not use Windex or ammonia-based cleaners.
   Make sure to remove all traces of Rainex or similar products.
   
3. Use masking tape to set your decal into position on application surface. Make sure all pieces fit and join properly
   with other decals. (Decals may be longer than necessary and require trimming later)
   
4. With all vertical surface decal pieces taped into position tape top of decal heavily to make a "hinge"
   at the top. Decals installed on horizontal surfaces can be floated into position (use masking tape on surface
   as guides for alignment)
   
5. While decal is hinged upward, remove backing paper and spray Wetting Solution on adhesive side of entire decal
   and application surface. Allow decal to hinge on to car and flatten into place using your hands to smooth out the decal.
   Squeegee lightly at first and then squeegee entire decal using good pressure. Work from the center out to the edges.
   (Do not get backing paper wet before removal or it will not separate from the decal)
   
6. After 30 minutes slowly remove application paper making sure decal does not lift off surface. If decal lifts
   off press back into place and squeegee again. Wait 30 minutes longer and then remove application paper. Take your time.
   
7. Spray the Wetting Solution on the installed decal and squeegee again while wet. (The Wetting-Solution will
   lubricates the decal and keep it from being gouged or marked... but still be careful.)
   
8. Use a straight pin to perforate a tiny hole in any large bubbles.
   Squeegee towards hole to remove the air or water bubbles. The hot sun does the best job at removing small wrinkles
   and small air or fluid bubbles. Trim any excess material if needed, use a very sharp utility-knife
   
9. Inspect all decals and 're-squeegee' as necessary (don't forget to wet the decal first). Allow a few days in the
   hot sun before washing or waxing decals. All our GLOSS FINISH vinyl decals can be waxed.

When in Doubt - Professional Installation Is Recommended

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