Avoiding Application Tape Problems

For many indoor applications, you can generally leave most paper application tapes on vinyl graphics for a year or longer, provided that the graphics are stored away from sunlight in moderate temperatures.  If, however, you use an application tape that is a blend of latex and acrylic adhesives, the adhesion to vinyl films could grow [ ] The post Avoiding Application Tape Problems appeared first on Supply55 Blog.
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Why Install Graphics in a Relaxed State

Years ago professional decal installers were taught to install vinyl graphics in a relaxed state without stretching the film. While vinyl films today are much more robust and can withstand the stresses encountered when wrapping a vehicle, you are much less likely to experience film failure, if you adhere to some of the old rules. [ ] The post Why Install Graphics in a Relaxed State appeared first on Supply55 Blog.
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Applying Vinyl Graphics to Painted Wood

In this story Jim Hingst explains the rules for successfully applying vinyl graphics to painted wood. Edge Preparation for MDO or Plywood Panels. If you are painting MDO or plywood, make sure that any of the voids on the edge of the board are filled and sealed properly. If you don’t, water will seep into [ ] The post Applying Vinyl Graphics to Painted Wood appeared first on Supply55 Blog.
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Why Paint and Pigments Degrade

Paint and pigment selection is extremely important for the serious artists because the colors used in the works of art are subject to degradation. Some of the great works of artists, such as Vincent van Gogh, are either fading, flaking, cracking, chalking or darkening. Many of the paints, which have suffered the most degradation, are comprised [ ] The post Why Paint and Pigments Degrade appeared first on Supply55 Blog.
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