Have you ever struggled in applying vinyl lettering with your craft projects.
Wet vinyl application instructions.
You can apply vinyl using one of the two methods as described below.
Be sure you read and follow the instructions in all bulletins referenced in the sections you are using.
The wet application method applies a vinyl graphic to a substrate by using a fluid to assist with positioning.
Use the support to remove any excess trim around the area.
The dry method as its name indicates does not use fluid but rather depends on the skill of the installer to correctly position the film.
Never apply vinyl to an acrylic sign face dry.
Mix your wetting solution.
2 1 lay the vinyl wrap on the flat sur face without removing the lining.
See your film s product bulletin and 3m instruction bulletin 4 3 for details on selecting and using application tapes.
Application vvivid vinyl wraps may be dry or wet applied.
Premasking tape is not required with a wet application.
Do they come out crooked.
Dry application is quicker but does not allow for mistakes.
The middle layer is the vinyl lettering or graphic.
Read them again so you are completely familiar with the process.
Application substrate selection preparation and substrate specific application tech niques.
Tape the piece to hold it in place.
The bottom layer is the backing paper.
These instructions are also available as a downloadable pdf vinyl decal full application instructions.
Where the vinyl will fold over.
Wet application can be easier for beginners in that you have the chance to reposition the sign.
Now that you know when not to perform a wet application below is a step by step procedure for doing it the right way.
Read these instructions from start to finish before beginning.
How to apply vinyl.
Applying a graphic is more than just adhering the film to the substrate.
Application tape the type of application tape to use depends on the particular construction of your graphic.
Or maybe just a little crumpled.
In this video we ll show you how to apply the vinyl in your craft projects perfectly every time.
Here an application fluid is required because the vinyl s adhesive wants to grab onto the plastic surface.