Wet Installation (Suggested)

STEP 1 - Clean the Surface

Use a strong cleaner which will not harm the surface.
Wipe the area again with a very mild detergent or just plain water to remove cleaner.
Wipe the surface dry with a lint-free cloth.

STEP 2 - Wet the Surface

Use a spray bottle filled with soapy water (1/2 teaspoon mild dishwashing liquid & 2 cups water), thoroughly soak the surface.
A household sponge can also be used to apply the liquid.

STEP 3 - Remove Backing Paper

Remove the wax coated backing paper by slowly peeling it away.
Be sure all of the vinyl letters remain on the application tape.

STEP 4 - Wet the Sticker's Adhesive Surface

Using the same soap & water mixture from Step 2, thoroughly spray the adhesive side of the sticker.
This will make it easier to remove the application tape and give you some time to move the sticker into place.

STEP 5 - Apply Vinyl Letters

Once you shift the letters around to the desired position, starting at the top edge, firmly slide a small
squeegee side to side to seal the letters to the surface.
Slowly work your way to the bottom of the sign.
Try to work out as many of the bubbles as possible with your squeegee before removing the application tape.

STEP 6 - Remove Application Tape

Slowly peel away application tape, making sure that all letters are sticking properly.
Use your squeegee if any areas of the letters are not sticking well.
Air bubbles should be removed by extracting the air & water under the bubble by use of a hypodermic needle.
If you do not have a needle on hand, cut a very small slice in the letter and work air out with squeegee.

We strongly suggest using the method above the ensure that the stickers are applied without error.
However, the dry method below can be used.

Dry Installation

STEP 1 - Clean the Surface

Using a strong cleaner which will not harm the sign surface, wipe the entire area and beyond.
Wipe the area again with a very mild detergent or just plain water to remove any residue.
Wipe the surface dry with a lint-free cloth.

STEP 2 - Align the Sticker

With the backing paper and application tape still attached, check position of the sticker so that it is properly aligned and level.

STEP 3 - Apply Sticker

Remove the wax coated backing paper by slowly peeling it away.
Be sure all of the vinyl sticker remains on the application tape.
Starting at the top edge, firmly slide the squeegee side to side to seal the sticker to the surface.
Slowly work your way to the bottom of the sticker.
Do not let the sticker touch the sign surface until the squeegee passes over the area.

STEP 4 - Remove Application Tape

Slowly peel away application tape, making sure that sticker is adhering properly.
Use your squeegee if any areas are not sticking well.
Air bubbles can be removed by cutting a small slice in the letter and working air out with the squeegee.


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