Curved Vinyl Decal Application

Don t be discouraged if your sticker isn t adhering properly to a curved edge or surface like a car bumper.

Curved vinyl decal application. Then apply heat with a heat gun or hairdryer if necessary heat causes the vinyl to soften which allows for even more play. I still remember the first time i tried to apply vinyl to a mug. A curved arched decal is not always best. Apply the vinyl decal.

Using a few simple tools and techniques can make this a much easier process. Heat curved vinyl stickers with a blow dryer to make them stick. Turn a hairdryer or heat gun to a low setting and run the device several inches or centimeters above the surface of the sticker. Wet self adhesive decals.

Wanting some tips on how to apply vinyl to a curved surface. Now you have one side completely done. The decal size will be measured in total height not height of the letter. 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 type of decal is a little uncommon and should not be confused with water slide decals or vinyl self adhesive decals. If you choose curve just remember the height is total height from highest point in the decal to the lowest. I generally recommend straight decals if for a top front windshield of vehicle. Applying vinyl to a surface with curved aspects can be tricky.

To start on the other side remove. Peel the adhesive backing from the tape or paper. Cut a strip of transfer tape or contact paper so it is the same size as the vinyl backing. 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.

Apply transfer tape to the vinyl.