Do you need an advertisement on the go but do not want an entire car wrap? Decals are the way to go! They are simple yet very affective. Any town, city, state, etc. that you drive through you will be exposing your business at a level of effectiveness that a website, sign, etc. could not achieve. And they are very affordable!
Why Vehicle Decals?
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Customization: Vehicle decals can essentially be any design, color, and size that you want. This could allow you to have creativity with your business advertisement. It can give you an opportunity to have an eye-catching representation of your business. Or if you are just wanting a car decal for fun, decals are a good way to spice up your vehicle.
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Brand Awareness: This type of advertisement can allow you to grow your brand awareness just by riding around doing your daily tasks. It is effortless advertisement that can allow you to get the word out about your business to a larger variety of customers.
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Durability: Decals are made with vinyl that is meant to last in all weather conditions. This vinyl last from five to ten years.
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Low Maintenance: Vehicle decals have little to no maintenance. Just make sure not to pressure wash your decals extensively this could cause peeling.
Things To Consider Before Vehicle Decals:
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Are you providing the art? We have professional designers at your disposal but first check out our art/design fee page. This page explains our art/design fee and what format your design should be in when sending your design if that is an option for you.
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Do you have placement in mind? If not that is absolutely okay! Our team members are experienced and will give you tips and options for the placement of your decals. You will get rendered images as if the decals are already on your vehicle so that you can have a clear idea of what your vehicle will look like with your decals. We will ensure that there will be no regretful decisions on your part by the time you have purchased your decals.
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Are there any imperfections on your vehicle that will effect the longevity of your decal? If there are any scratches or missing paint on your vehicle where you plan to put decals there is a possibility of effected durability of your decal. If this pertains to you don’t worry! You can bring your vehicle to our storefront and we will take a look at your vehicle and discuss the best course of action.
Materials That We Use For Decals:
Solid Colored Decals:
3M Scotchcal 50 Series:
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There are 28 different color variations of this series. This ensures that you have a variety of color choices that will best suit your vehicle.
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This vinyl is versatile in it’s uses along with vehicle decal use. It has a 3 mil thickness and can easily conform to the curves of your vehicle.
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The 50 series has a service life of 5 years for outdoor use. But with more care your decals have a possibility of lasting longer.
Multicolored Decal:
Arlon 4600:
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This vinyl is a high performance vinyl which is perfect for vehicle decals.
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It has X-Scape Technology which allows for a bubble-free, smooth, and paint like installation.
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This vinyl is paired with the 3420 series lamination to ensure protection for your vehicle decals against the elements.
If your vehicle decals are to show off a message, promote your favorite sports team, showcase your business and hours of operations, or just a graphic that shows off your interest we will help you make it memorable!
Vehicle Decal Care:
Before Applying Decals on Vehicles:
Before having decals applied to a vehicle, make sure the vehicle is clean of all dirt. Do not use Windex or waxes on the vehicle begore having the decals applied. This will cause damage to the decals and takes longer to apply.
Storing Decals on Vehicles:
Vinyl graphics, like paint, break down after prolonged exposure to the sun and other pollutants. Decals on hoods, trucks, and roofs of cars are more likely to break down faster. Whenever possible, store the vehicle in a garage, carport, or in a shaded area during the day. When a garage is not available, consider using a car cover to protect the decals from sun exposure, rain, hail, and other factors. If the decals start to discolor, turn brown, or break apart, immediately remove the decals. This makes it easier to replace the decals and protects the vehicle’s paint from staining. Never use Windex on vehicle graphics.
Wash Regularly
Wash the vehicle whenever it appears dirty. Dirt, grit, and grime allowed to remain on the decals may be more difficult to remove later. Rinse off as much dirt as possible with a watering hose. Use a wet, non-abrasive detergent and a clean cloth or sponge. Rinse thoroughly with clean water. To reduce water spotting, immediately use a silicone squeegee to remove water and dry with a microfiber cloth.
Automated Car Washes
Vinyl decals may run through a car wash. Touch less car washes are the best for decals. Brush car washes may cause dulling, scratches, lifting edges, and loss of decals.
Pressure Washing
Although hand washing a vehicle is the preferred cleaning method, pressure washing may be used under the following conditions:
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Ensure the water pressure is kept below 2,00 psi (14 MPa)
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Keep the water temperature below 180 degrees fahrenheit (80 degrees celsius)
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Use a spray nozzle with a 40 degree wide angle spray pattern.
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Keep the nozzle at least 1 foot away from the decals and at 90 degrees.
Note: Not keeping the nozzle at 90 degrees will cause the decals to lift at the edges.
Difficult Contaminants
Soften difficult contaminants, such as bugs, birds droppings, tree sap, and others by soaking them for several minutes with hot, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry. If further cleaning is needed, test a cleaning product in a small unnoticeable area of the decals. Do not use rough scrubbing or abrasive tools. This will scratch off the decals. Wash and rinse off all residue immediately.
Fuel Spills
Wipe off fuel spill immediately to avoid degrading the decals or the adhesive. Wash, rinse, and dry normally after cleaning off the fuel.
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