Film-Free Waterslide Clear (laser)

Step 1:

• print Reverse/Mirror image on glossy side of decal paper
• Print settings: glossy heavy weight paper (120-185g), maximum photo resolution.

Step 2:

• cut out image
• leave 2-3mm of margin

Step 3:

• place the cut out image in a bowl of water for around 3-5 seconds. Take out the wet decal and leave it for 30-60 seconds.
• use warm water in winter as cold water could compromise adhesion.

Step 4:

• apply glue on the surface of interest (Type A - Glue W1 - heat dry - good for glossy, smooth surface)

Step 5:

• mount the wet decal face down and press firmly to ensure adherence
• gently peel off the backing paper

Step 6:

• once the decal is in the right spot, spread evenly and remove the wrinkles.
• dab out the excess moisture.

Step 7:

• dry:
  • hair dryer: heat for 2-3 mins, start at low heat then switch to high heat. If any air bubbles form, press to release
  • microwave: heat for 3-4 mins, 1 object at a time
  • oven: heat for 10-20 mins in the preheated oven at 100C. If you wish to dry multiples at once, heat for more than 1hr.

Step 8:

• once completely dry, peel off the final film with fingertips or a craft knife, be careful not to make scratches as the ink is still weak.
• clean off any remaining glue around the decal with tissue or cloth dabbed in alcohol. Ink does not dissolve in alcohol.
• you can remove the decal with acetone if you wish to restore.

Step 9:

• heating in the oven at 200-250C for 10-20 mins will strengthen the decal.

   

  Use magic coating paper to seal (sold separately)

  If you want better gloss and hardness, you can apply overcoat using a polyurathane spray.