1. How much will it cost?
Quite often we are asked how much a custom item such as a sign, banner or decal will cost. Unless it's a very basic item using simple lettering it's very difficult to give an exact cost without having a final design to quote from. If you would like a custom item it's best to send us a sketch or photo of what you need along with height and width dimensions. Also what colors you would like and the text, if any. With this information we will be able to give you an accurate quote. You could also fill out and submit our online price quote form.
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2. Why won't my decal stick?
There are basically two things that will cause a decal to not stick or stay down. The surface not being clean enough and temperature.
1.) The most important thing to consider when applying decals, is the type of surface that it will be applied to. Vinyl decals adhere best to hard, smooth, glossy surfaces. Surfaces such as glass, painted vehicles, most metals, plastic sheets, fiberglass etc. Textured surfaces do not accept vinyl very well and decals should never be applied over latex paint. No matter which type of surface will be used, it is VERY important that the surface be clean and free of defects such as rust and blistered paint! Clean the surface thoroughly with a good quality cleaner. Especially windshields! CLEAN WINDSHIELDS SEVERAL TIMES! Make sure ALL wax, oil, grease, finger prints etc. are removed.
2.) If the temperature of the decal or the surface that it will be applied to is much below 60 degrees it's not a good idea to apply it. The cooler temperature causes the adhesive on the decal to crystalize somewhat and reduces it's adhesive ability. The ideal temperature would be room temperature, about 72 degrees. If the decal is cold the cooler temperature does not ruin the decal. Just let it warm up and it will be ready to apply.
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3. How can I get rid of air bubbles under my decal?
To elimnate any large air bubbles take a pin and poke a hole through the vinyl at the outer edge of the bubble. Use your finger or a squeegee to force the air out of the bubble through the pin hole. DO NOT use a knife to make this hole. A knife will make a small cut instead of a round hole and this can cause the vinyl to tear and lift off the surface in the future.
If there are several very small air bubbles it would be best to just leave them alone for a couple of weeks. Small bubbles will actually disappear on their own over time. Usually after about two weeks in the sun, a little longer during cooler weather. The warming(day) and cooling(night) of the decal will cause the vinyl to normalize with the surface and the bubbles will usually disappear. If any bubbles remain after a couple of weeks you can always take the pin to them.
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