Applying Vinyl Decals To Wood

Sometimes the wood s texture can make it really difficult to get the vinyl to actually stick to the wood.
Applying vinyl decals to wood. How to apply vinyl graphics. As you may know wood is a bit of a tricky surface when it comes to putting vinyl on it anyway. So can you use htv on wood. Be sure to sand well and you might even seal the wood for additional success.
The surface is very important to getting vinyl to adhere well. The project above i just made sure the surface was smooth and stuck the vinyl right to the raw wood. One thing many people struggle with is how to apply vinyl to various surfaces. You can go ahead and paint it or spray paint it but just be sure to give it a really long time to dry before applying the vinyl.
Apply the 651 vinyl as usual and then with a teflon sheet between your project and iron iron the decal for 10 15 seconds. In this video i show you how to stain wood and apply polyurethane finish it properly and apply vinyl. Vinyl can be easily removed so if you don t like the finished. So here are the bullet points for better adhesion of vinyl on wood.
You can purchase vinyl lettering at craft stores or online or you can cut your own at home. The same tips apply for sticking to a raw wood surface as the painted and stained above. It is still on there several months later with no issues at all. Step by step guide to installing vinyl decals and graphics on wood projects.
Either way applying the lettering to wood needs to be done on a clean even surface. If you have ever tried making a diy wood sign by applying an adhesive vinyl decal to a piece of wood you may have experienced some frustration. Then make sure there s no sawdust or residue on the wood before applying the vinyl. If the wood is rough or porous sand it so that the surface feels smooth to the touch.
Tips for applying vinyl on wood. Htv on wood is a great solution if you want a special treatment like foil flock or glitter. The smoother harder and shinier the surface the better vinyl will adhere. Vinyl lettering can add life to an old chair or wood sign.