Vinyl letters and graphic installation instructions -
follow these basic guidelines to "do it yourself"
and get the most long-lasting, and professional-looking
results
If
your graphic comes to you rolled up, allow it to flatten
out in a warm room. The top sheet is called transfer tape,
which is a low tac sheet that lifts your vinyl sign graphic
in one piece away the backing paper. The vinyl's pressure
sensitive adhesive is stronger and permanent, which allows
the vinyl graphic to bond tightly to the intended application
surface.
Some
suggestions to make installation easier:
1)
To make outside installations easier, pick a day with low
to moderate wind. lown dirt, dust or other contaminates
can interfere with the bonding of the graphic adhesive to
the application surface during installation.
2) Items you will need for install: squeegee, masking tape
and a tape measure.
3) Vinyl signs, letters and graphics should never be installed
when the receiving surface temperature is less than 50 degrees
Fahrenheit or greater than 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
4)
The application surface should be free of dirt , wax and
all contaminants.
5)
Prepare some soapy water in a spray bottle (Mix 3 -4 drops
of liquid dish detergent per quart)
6)
Use moderate to firm pressure with your squeegee to adhere
the pressure sensitive vinyl properly. Complete your installation
by spraying the transfer tape with your soapy water. Squeegee
a little more to work the water into the transfer tape.
(The water will loosen the tape from the vinyl allowing
it to be removed without pulling the vinyl off of the application
surface.)
OR
allow 15-30 minutes to allow adhesive to bind to surface
and let transfer tape to completely dry before removing
transfer tape. Remove premask by pulling it back at a 180
angle in a smooth, steady motion. Once transfer tape is
removed, pop any air bubbles with a pin and press out any
air or water. Small water bubbles should evaporate within
a few days. and logos to cure 48 hours before washing.
Don't
overcoat the graphics with clear paint.
A
soft cloth & mild detergent will adequately clean vinyl
graphics. Use of abrasives or rubbing compounds will void
any warranty.
