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How to install laminated window perf vinyl on the storefront?
- Thread starter phototec
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Stacey K
I like making signs
DRY!!!!!! DO NO APPLY WET!!!!
Window perf is easy to apply if it's laminated. Many of us on here enjoy applying window perf. If you apply it wet the moisture will never dry out, you will have an absolute mess. The other thing to keep in mind is that after you apply it you are going to see squeegee streaks - no fear, as the vinyl sets the streaks will go away and the surface will be nice and smooth.
Window perf is easy to apply if it's laminated. Many of us on here enjoy applying window perf. If you apply it wet the moisture will never dry out, you will have an absolute mess. The other thing to keep in mind is that after you apply it you are going to see squeegee streaks - no fear, as the vinyl sets the streaks will go away and the surface will be nice and smooth.
phototec
New Member
Stacey, the window perf is laminated, with Oracal 290F, do you use application tape to apply or go without application tape? Thanks
gnubler
Active Member
Good to know. I noticed that on a recent install.
Perforated vinyl is so easy to install even I can handle it without much stress.
Johnny Best
Active Member
THe reason you do not apply wet is the fact the liquid gets into perf holes. DRY apply it is easy to do.
Stacey K
I like making signs
Everyone above is correct. No tape needed
- unless it's some weird shapes in that case see aboveWhat's the group consensus on paneling perf?
Slight overlap from panel to panel, or butted and then "edge taped" on a seam?
Original poster - don't forget to use edge tape around the perimiter of your graphic (clear or black cast 1/2" pinline tape).
This will make your install last much longer. Perf films tend to not last as long as regular films.
Slight overlap from panel to panel, or butted and then "edge taped" on a seam?
Original poster - don't forget to use edge tape around the perimiter of your graphic (clear or black cast 1/2" pinline tape).
This will make your install last much longer. Perf films tend to not last as long as regular films.
tulsagraphics
New Member
A bit of both. Overlap during install, but then cut through the middle of the overlap.. removing the excess from both pieces... which gives you a tight butt seam. Seal all edges and seams like normal.
Texas_Signmaker
Very Active Signmaker
Texas_Signmaker
Very Active Signmaker
i do it when all the perf is up.
Johnny Best
Active Member
Wow, it’s a video on ease of install and you bitch about trimming.
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Can you tell me more about that handled squeegee? That looks quite handy!
Texas_Signmaker
Very Active Signmaker
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Stacey K
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