Friday, December 5, 2008

Application Tips


Now that you have chosen a neat quote that you want to apply to your wall, it is time to do the install. This is really quite simple with a couple of tips.

First, you really do need to use a level. Eyeballing it will not get it correctly placed on the wall. Just pick your spot then lightly draw a pencil line so you know where to start the placement. The pencil will come off of the wall easily.

Second, if the quote is large, cut it into manageable pieces (be careful not to cut the actual vinyl, only the paper). Don't try to install a 5 foot long quote all at once. It is just too much to handle and you will end up getting it crooked.


Third, use that old credit card/gift card to rub the lettering while still between the two sheets of paper. This will make it so much easier to remove the first paper backing from the sticky side of the vinyl. After placing the lettering on the wall, use that credit card again to push out air bubbles by rubbing the paper backing. This also helps the vinyl somewhat release from the paper.


Fourth, don't be in a hurry. Take your time, this is going to be seen by lots of people and you want it to look great.

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