Fitting Your Decals

Use these instructions to help fit your decals carefully and get the best result.

Fitting decals — wet method

1. All screen decals must be placed on the inside unless stated otherwise.
2. Fit the decal in a warm environment.
3. Clean the surface where the decal is to be fitted thoroughly with soapy water. Ensure that the cleaner does not damage the paintwork. It is important that there is no wax or grease on the surface.
4. Place the decal on the surface and hold it in place with a piece of masking tape on one edge so that you can still lift the decal from the surface.
5. Carefully peel off the backing that is next to the surface that the decal is to be applied to.
6. Spray a mild mixture of soap and water on the area where the decal is to be applied. This will help stop air bubbles and allow you to position the decal accurately.
7. Lay the decal onto the surface, slide it into the position you require and, with a credit card, start at the middle and work out all the liquid.
8. Leave to dry for 12 to 24 hours, or longer if the temperature is lower than 60 degrees.
9. Carefully remove the masking tape and the decal backing, ensuring the decal does not come off with the backing. Do this slowly.
10. Do not wash the area vigorously for a couple of weeks.

Fitting decals — dry method

1. For optimum results, the surface temperature should be above 50°F and below 90°F. If necessary, move the vehicle to a location where the temperature is within the installation guidelines. You will need a ruler, masking tape, scissors, a lint-free cloth, a surface cleaner (isopropyl alcohol is recommended), and a slip solution is optional for larger graphics.
2. After determining the location for your graphic, clean the surface with a lint-free cloth and cleaner solution. Turn the cloth several times to ensure thorough cleaning and wax removal. After cleaning, you should get a “squeaky” sensation when lightly dragging your fingers across the surface.
3. Using small strips of masking tape, locate where the graphic is to be installed. If the graphic has a horizontal edge or reference point, use it to measure the location from a body line or trim moulding. If the decal has a flowing design, step back and visually inspect its location. Once you are happy with it, measure from individual points on the design and transfer the locations to the opposite side of the vehicle. Take your time: once the graphic is installed, it cannot be moved.
4. Place two strips of masking tape (slightly overlapping each other) vertically in the approximate centre of the graphic. This is known as the “hinge” method and allows you to install half of your decal at a time.
5. Remove the masking tape strips from one end of the decal and slowly peel the backing paper away, taking care not to touch the adhesive side of the graphic. Use scissors to remove the backing paper and discard it.

To remove a decal

1. Use a heat gun to warm the decal and peel it off gently.
2. To remove any additional glue, use rubbing alcohol or a similar compound. Ensure that this does not mark the paintwork.

Need help?

If you require extra letters due to accidental damage, theft, vandalism or any other reason, email [email protected] and we will be pleased to help you.

If this product arrives damaged in transit, repack it into a suitable envelope and return it to us for a replacement. If you send us photos of the decals fitted, you will get free shipping on your next purchase.

If you have a problem with the size of a decal, email us with the size you need and the year and model of the vehicle.

If you need a standard decal or decal set that we do not have, provide the dimensions and an image and we will make it for you at half price. All decals supplied by us can be clear-coated, but have an excellent life if they are not.