Wet Application Vinyl

A step by step guide to the wet method.

Wet application vinyl.

Whether you apply vinyl graphics dry or wet is largely a matter of personal preference. Please take your time. What surfaces work with the vinyl wet method for example glass stainless steel certain types of plastic finished wood painted walls sealed tiles and porcelain are all non porous surfaces that are prone to bubbles. In this video we ll show you how to apply the vinyl in your craft projects perfectly every time.

But if you do decide to use wet application these simple tips will help you avoid some common pitfalls and get the maximum benefit from this useful vinyl installation tool. If you have heard of this method by have been hesitant to try it dont worry i will let you in on a little secret this was my first time doing this and i was pleasently surprised at how easy it is to use. By wetting down the vinyl first you are able to reposition your graphics during application. Here an application fluid is required because the vinyl s adhesive wants to grab onto the plastic surface.

The only difference is the application of soapy water to the vinyl before application. Or maybe just a little crumpled. The dry method as its name indicates does not use fluid but rather depends on the skill of the installer to correctly position the film. Now that you know when not to perform a wet application below is a step by step procedure for doing it the right way.

Do they come out crooked. Remember you cannot get the graphics too wet. The wet applciation method helps with applying large decals and lineing them up straight by using a water dish soap application mix. After application the excess was squeegee out from under the decals and everything was allowed to dry.

Never apply vinyl to an acrylic sign face dry. Use this technique when applying your vinyl lettering to a non porous surface such as glass metal acrylic glazed. I used this product to apply drip molded vinyl lettering decals to the side of a boat. The wet application method applies a vinyl graphic to a substrate by using a fluid to assist with positioning.

Have you ever struggled in applying vinyl lettering with your craft projects. The gelcoat surface was polished and are used rapid tac as a service prep and then they wet application fluid.