Application of White Hawaiian Islands decal:

For this step-by-step demonstration, we will be applying a white vinyl decal of the "Hawaiian Islands" on a black surface.

Step 1:

Clean area with rag and Denatured Alcohol if you have any. If not, use clean water before applying decal to make sure surface is free of dirt and oil.

CAUTION: If you use a glass cleaner to clean - be sure to wipe down with clean water on a rag to make sure there is no soap on the surface before you apply decal.

Step 2:

Use masking tape to tape the decal to the location you desire to apply it. Make sure it is straight - you can measure it, or just “eyeball it”.

Step 3:

Use masking tape again to tape all the way across the top of the decal only.

Half of the width of the tape on the surface you are applying the decal to, and half of the tape on the top of the decal to form a hinge.

Step 4:

Lift the decal out away from the surface and up to remove the backing paper. The decal should stick to the clear transfer tape.

Peel backing paper 180 degrees - back against itself as shown.

NOTE: Once you have removed the backing paper - be sure to hold decal away from surface until you are ready to lay it back down over the surface carefully.

Step 5:

Hold the decal just above the surface and place the right bottom corner down first.

Step 6:

Then use applicator tool (or credit card) to “squeegee” starting from the top down. Apply firm pressure when using applicator tool and work your way down until all of the decal is applied firmly to the surface.

Step 7:

Peel off the transfer paper 180 degrees from top down by pulling down at an angle against the surface.

NOTE: If you pull straight out at 90 degrees from surface - you may accidentally pull off part of the decal from the surface.

Congratulations!

You did it!

Word of Caution: If you have applied a decal to your vehicle - Wash carefully at first. Don't use HIGH PRESSURE WASHER on decal up close. The decal will need to sit for 3 to 4 weeks until the adhesive cures good to the surface.