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    do i layer up vinyl before fitting or apply when fitting job

    Posted by Keithdib on 7 May 2007 at 12:58

    Right I am about to buy my plotter, its only a basic one as will only be using it for myself and a few other people in a car club and have a few questions.

    1. What is the best type of vinyl for car logo’s and WWW address’s etc
    2. Some of the signs I will be doing will be for temporary use, will they come off without damaging paint etc.
    3. Most will be single colour/layer, but some will be more, is it best to apply the second layer after the 1st is on the car or whilst on the bench (if you see what I mean)

    Thanks
    Keith

    Keithdib replied 18 years, 6 months ago 3 Members · 4 Replies
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  • Robert Lambie

    Member
    7 May 2007 at 13:10

    quick reply…

    quote :

    1. What is the best type of vinyl for car logo’s and WWW address’s etc

    any "reputable vinyl source", ide say buy a good 4-5 or 5-7 year calendar vinyl.

    quote :

    2. Some of the signs I will be doing will be for temporary use, will they come off without damaging paint etc.

    same as above… good vinyl will come off easy enough with a bit of heat applied.

    quote :

    3. Most will be single colour/layer, but some will be more, is it best to apply the second layer after the 1st is on the car or whilst on the bench (if you see what I mean)

    i always advise to apply in layers. one at a time. i wouldnt pre-sack leyers before fitting.

  • Keithdib

    Member
    7 May 2007 at 13:13

    Thanks for the very quick response

    Cheers
    Keith

  • Marcella Ross

    Member
    7 May 2007 at 14:21

    I agree with Robert. I always apply in layers on site, I never build the colours up beforehand.
    Phone vinyl suppliers like Europoint, Amari, Metamark, Robert Horne etc etc…… and ask them to send you colours charts and if possible a small bit of vinyl for using as a sample cut.
    That way you can see just what vinyl suits you and your plotter best. Everyone has their own preferences.
    A 4-5 year vinyl will suit just fine for short term jobs, no need to go to the expense of a cast vinyl.

    Most suppliers will be happy to give you some sample vinyl to run through your plotter……….. that way you can decide which suits you best. 😀

  • Keithdib

    Member
    7 May 2007 at 14:35

    Thanks Marcella

    I will do that. I am moving home this week so will do it as soon as I get myself sorted out, and settled.

    Thanks
    Keith

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