Applying Adhesive Vinyl To Glass

Pinch the vertical edges of the vinyl sticker as you place it down.

Applying adhesive vinyl to glass.

When applying vinyl to glass you need to leave the finished project for a day or two afterwards before using and washing it. It is best to hand wash this type of thing though personally i do put mugs with the same vinyl through the dishwasher and they re totally fine. In addition to being an unsightly nuisance the trapped solvents can interact chemically with the vinyl s adhesive causing it to fail. To avoid this never apply vinyl to a freshly painted surface.

While i m looking at my computer i lay mine on top of the glass first to gauge where i want everything. Apply adhesive vinyl to glass disc ornaments and decorate them inside and out. It has a stronger adhesive on the back to give it a better stick which is ideal for smaller designs. Cut out your wording with whatever color vinyl you want weed it and then start putting the vinyl on glass part of your frame.

Applying vinyl to glass. You can repeat this process as necessary until the glass is clean. I d recommend either a pack of oracal 651 vinyl from amazon or swing design but check the prices. Let the xylol soak into the adhesive or edge sealer then use a plastic squeegee to scrape off the residue.

Clean your glass with rubbing alcohol or glass cleaner. Continue holding the sticker securely as you place it on a wet or dry surface. Adhesive free static films typically come in 8 millimeter thick pvc and smoothly connect to the clean surface of a glass window. Always check with the vinyl manufacturer before applying the film to glass.

Non flammable citrus based removers are also ideal for this task. Cut your design weed and then get ready to apply the vinyl to the wine glass. Try applying the center of the sticker first then press the outer edges of the vinyl sticker into place. Use recycled glass bottles and put letters or words on them for holiday or home décor.

This vinyl can withstand washing by hand. These make perfect gifts. If you apply a vinyl graphic to a substrate that s still curing those solvents will be trapped causing bubbles under the vinyl. The films will cling on a window for years until they may need to.