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Most decals can be made in any color you want.

Center Hinge Decal Installation Guide

Center Hinge Method

This method works best for decals that are wide but not tall.  On smaller decals you don't necessarily have to use this method but it is extremely useful on large decals.

Be sure to review the basic instructions found on the Decal Installation Main Page first before starting.

First place the decal how you want it on the surface.  Be sure to level the actual decal, not the paper backing as it may not be cut level. 
Next, place a piece of masking tape down the approximate center of the decal as shown.

Tip - For large decals you may wish to put a couple of small pieces of tape on each end before placing the large section in the center.  This will ensure that the ends are where you want them.
Slowly peel back the application tape as shown to the tape.  Be sure that the decal sticks to the application tape and not the paper backing.  If this problem does occur then you my push the tape back down and apply pressure to it.  This will allow the tape to adhere better to the decal.
  Cut off the excess paper backing that is showing and discard.
  Slowly apply pressure to the tape working from the center out to the end.  For small decals a finger works just fine.  For large decals a squeegee or a credit card works well.

Tip - When installing lettering as shown, try to make the cut of the paper backing between the lettering.  While not required, it helps for a slightly better looking install.
Remove the center section of masking tape.
Flip the left side of the decal up as shown.
Remove the paper backing being careful again to make sure the decal is sticking to the tape, not the paper backing.
Slowly apply pressure to the tape; this time you will be working right to left.
Squeegee the entire decal to make sure it is properly stuck to the surface.  *A credit card or a plastic spatula works great in place of a squeegee.
  Finally, remove the application tape starting in the upper left hand corner working your way to the right.  Pull the tape PARALLEL to the surface.  DO NOT PULL UP OR AWAY FROM THE SURFACE as this can cause the decal to release.  Do this slowly to be sure that the decal sticks to the installation surface.
  You are now left with the final product.

Tip - The adhesive can take a few hours to fully cure.  In wet or cold climates this can take up to a few days for this to occur so be careful around it for the first few days.

Tip - For extra durability clear fingernail polish can be added to the corners of the decal. This is highly recommended for decals that have small points (such as flames) especially for (outdoor) decals.

  • We use the terms "decal" and "sticker" as being equivalent so don't be confused that one product may be better than the other due to the title.

  • Our decals are made from commercial quality vinyl that will last several years in harsh outdoor conditions. See color chart and/or material chart (if a full color print) for outdoor life expectancy for your particular design.

  • They come with adhesive on the back of the decal. Note that we do also offer front adhesive decals.

  • All decals are CUSTOM MADE to your specifications of size and color/material.

  • Each design can be made in any size and are measured LEFT TO RIGHT. (*Except Stick Figure Decals).  You choose the size in STEP 1 when ordering.

  • Our decals can be made in any color found on the color chart if you are chosing a color in Step 2.  If this is a "full color" printed style decal (you are choosing a material, not color, in Step 2) then we may be able to still change the color but it would be a color from one of these color charts.

  • The white rectangle the design is shown on is not part of the decal.  Most decals will not have a background; the majority of our decals are die-cut around the shape of the design unless otherwise noted or show. *Some "full color" decals will have white within the design. See the product information and the diagrams below for more information.

  • You may also choose to have a Shadow, Outline or Contour in an additional color for single color transfer decals.

  • Discounts are automatically added if you purchase more than one item.  Items don't have to be the same to qualify for the discount.

  • Please see the FAQ page for answers to questions you may have.

  • Is the design shown above close to what you are wanting but not quite perfect?  Use the "Ask a question" tab (above) to let us know what needs to be done to make it perfect for you. Or you can simply order and note in the comments box the change needed.  We will make the change and email you before we ship if there are any questions.

  • Don't see what you want in our catalog? We specialize in Custom Decals and Custom Stickers so you can send us your idea and we will make it for you.

The image below shows 3 different decal styles.  Use them to help visualize how your decal will look depending on what type of decal you are purchasing.

  1. The first one on the left is your standard die-cut transfer style decal.  The image on the order form shows it in black (upper left hand corner of the image) but yellow was chosen for the color.  As you can see the surface color shows through all the open areas within the design.  See the order form image.
  2. The middle design is similar but is with a Full Color transfer decal.  The design is printed but still has open areas within the eyes and mouth so those are cut out.  You can see what parts will be cut out on a full color decal as there will be a thin gray line any place there is a cut.  See the order form image.
  3. The final one on the right is a full color decal but there are no holes. The white edge wraps around the design giving it a white contour.  Once again, the edge is represented by a thin gray line.  See the order form image.  *Note that we have updated this design on the website where the white part is cut out above the red girl's tail.
  4. If you have any questions please use the "Ask a Question" tab above find out more.

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