Curved Vinyl Decal Application

I hadn t realized how different it was to apply vinyl to a flat surface and the result was a bit of a wonky flop.

Curved vinyl decal application.

Turn a hairdryer or heat gun to a low setting and run the device several inches or centimeters above the surface of the sticker. If you choose curve just remember the height is total height from highest point in the decal to the lowest. The decal size will be measured in total height not height of the letter. Apply the vinyl decal.

Wet self adhesive decals have adhesive on the rear of the decal which when wet with water allows the decal to be moved into the correct position before carefully wiping away any access water. This instructable will use a skateboard deck as the example surface but the technique can be used for a variety of applications. I generally recommend straight decals if for a top front windshield of vehicle. Wet self adhesive decals.

This type of decal is a little uncommon and should not be confused with water slide decals or vinyl self adhesive decals. To start on the other side remove. Cut a strip of transfer tape or contact paper so it is the same size as the vinyl backing. Heat curved vinyl stickers with a blow dryer to make them stick.

A curved arched decal is not always best. Don t be discouraged if your sticker isn t adhering properly to a curved edge or surface like a car bumper. Apply transfer tape to the vinyl. Applying vinyl to a surface with curved aspects can be tricky.

I still remember the first time i tried to apply vinyl to a mug. Peel the adhesive backing from the tape or paper. Now you have one side completely done. Wanting some tips on how to apply vinyl to a curved surface.

Use the edge of the squeegee to push the vinyl out 1 8 of an inch at a time using an arching motion sort of like a windshield wiper keeping the graphic very taut.