Below you will find instructions on a variety of issues involving vinyl graphics. If you click on the appropriate key words you will be taken to the instructions you are looking for. If you page down you can see all the instructions we have available. There are instructions on how to APPLY VINYL GRAPHICS. You will also find instructions on the CARE AND HANGING OF VINYL BANNERS and the CARE AND INSTALLATION OF MAGNETIC SIGNS. This is suggested reading for anyone wishing to prolong the life of your magnetic sign or banner.
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Materials Needed: |
Isopropyl Alcohol |
Straight Pin |
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Masking Tape |
Scissors |
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Measuring Tape |
2nd pair of hands |
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Application Tool or Stiff Credit Card |
Please carefully read and understand these instructions before attempting to apply your vinyl graphics. You generally do not get a second chance. If you are confused, please give us a call and we will try to help you out.
The surface you are applying your graphics to MUST be clean and free of wax, dirt, grime or chalking paint. Once the surface is clean, proceed as outlined below.
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Step 1 |
Remove all wax, dirt, etc. Clean surface thoroughly with alcohol. Measure from all four sides to locate the graphic precisely as desired. Use small pieces of masking tape to hold the graphic as you measure and align. Run a strip of masking tape down the center of the graphic. |
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Step 2 |
Now is when the second pair of hands are needed. Starting on the right, lift the graphic up and towards the center masking tape. Gently remove paper backing and cut off near the center leaving the graphic stuck to the transfer tape. |
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Step 3 |
Have a helper hold transfer tape and graphic toward the right and up off the surface. Starting from the center, near the masking tape, use application tool (or credit card) to smooth down the graphic. Rub firmly in direction of arrows, as shown in Figure 3, working the air to the outside edges. Remove center masking tape strip and repeat Steps 2 & 3 to the left. |
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Step 4 |
Starting at the upper corner, gently pull the transfer tape off, pulling down and at an angle. Prick any air bubbles with a pin and push the air out. Do not wax or rub excessively for 24 hours. |
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If you are installing graphics in layers, such as a shadow under lettering. Lay the first layer down then position the second layer over the top and repeat the entire process. When laying down graphics that may require a little positioning as they are applied, it can help to spray a small amount of application fluid on the surface you are applying the graphic to before laying down the graphic. The application fluid will allow some movement of the graphic before it is squeegeed down. Application fluid can be made in a spray bottle from a cup of water with 2 or 3 drops of liquid dish soap and about an ounce of isopropyl alcohol. Do not install graphics on hot or cold surfaces. Surface temperatures should be between 55oF and 90oF. When in doubt, please give us a call before you start and we will try to help. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Care and Hanging of a Vinyl Banner With proper care our vinyl banners can last many years. Be sure to follow the directions for properly hanging a banner. This is most important when hanging a banner in open areas where the wind can fill the banner like a sail. Your banner can be cleaned when needed with a mild soap and rinsed with water. When storing, make sure the banner is completely dry. Then roll (don't fold) the banner. Always roll banner with the letters to the outside. The best way to hang a banner is between two taut wires above and below the banner. The wire can be strung between two posts or even two telephone poles when strung over a street. Tie the top two corners of the banner straight out from the banner parallel to the wires to keep the banner centered. Then tie the top side of the banner at each grommet to the upper wire using carabiner clips or bungee cords. Use loosely fastened bungee cords to tie the bottom corners; it will allow give when the wind blows. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Care and Installation of Magnetic Signs The vehicle surface and the magnetic backside of the sign should be clean should be clean, dry and waxed prior to applying. Installation Make contact of one edge of the sign to the vehicle surface in desired location and then let the adjacent part of the sign contact the vehicle surface until the entire sign is held magnetically to the vehicle. If sign is not in desired position, remove sign and repeat. Do not try to straighten sign by pulling when it is held magnetically to the vehicle. It may stretch the material, especially in warmer conditions. Avoid placing sign over chrome trim of surface protrusions of any kind. The temperature of the sign should be at least 60o during installation. The temperature of the vehicle surface does not matter. Removal Always remove the sign by lifting from the center of the opposite sides. Never start at the corners. This precaution will prevent bent corners and reduced adhesion. Caution Magnetic vehicle signs will not adhere to areas on your car where plastic or lead body fillers have been used. Use caution in applying vehicle signs to areas of your car that have been damaged and repaired to avoid losing your signs. New paint jobs take time to cure properly. We suggest you consult with a paint shop or wait 60-90 days before positioning a magnetic sign on a freshly painted car. Maintenance Your signs should be periodically removed - once a week minimum. Wipe dry both the vehicle and the back of the sign. Trapped moisture, dirt, or chemicals may harm your vehicle finish. Clean your sign with plain water and a mild detergent. Storage To avoid cracking or breaking, do not fold or crease. Always store your magnetic sign flat. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
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