About Our Decals
Discover the uniqueness of our decals
Vinyl decals are creative sticker cut-outs made of self-adhesive, pre-coloured vinyl. They are intricately machine-cut, removing the negative spaces and leaving behind beautiful designs to be installed.
One of the remarkable features of these decals is their vibrant appearance. Since they are not printed with inks, they maintain their lively colours over time without any worries of fading.
Vinyl decals are so easy to apply that you will be amazed at how they can instantly transform your empty spaces. No messy paints, no stencilling hassles, no noisy drilling, and no expensive wallpapers. Do check out our DIY decal installation videos here.
Our decals are incredibly thin (only 0.07mm thick!) and blend seamlessly with your surfaces, making them look like they were naturally painted on, not artificially stuck on!
While most die-cut designs create a classic silhouette look, we can also create multi-coloured designs using separate layers of vinyl in different colours.
Not sure if your surfaces are suitable for decals? No problem. Just drop us a request for test decals and we’ll gladly mail them over to you.
The Art of Decal-Making using die-cut technique
Steps
Method
Description
Step 1
Artwork Creation
Decal artwork is created as a vector file (.ai / .eps formats) using design software like Adobe Illustrator. Vector files use mathematical formulas to define shapes, enabling precise scaling without quality loss. They differ from raster files (.jpg / .png) that are better suited for printing like photos and images.
Step 2
Setting Up the Plotter
The plotter machine features a control panel and a sharp blade. It is loaded with a vinyl roll in the desired design colour. The blade is adjusted to the precise cutting depth, which depends on the thickness of the vinyl sheet.
Step 3
Sending Artwork to Plotter
The vector artwork file is transferred to the plotter machine using a computer or USB connection. The plotter software reads the file and converts the design into lines (paths) that the blade will follow to cut the vinyl.
Step 4
Vinyl Cutting
The plotter machine moves the vinyl material and cuts precisely along the designated paths of the artwork. The blade cuts through the top layer of the vinyl, while the backing sheet remains intact, resulting in the creation of desired shapes and designs.
Step 5
Weeding
After the cutting process, the excess vinyl around the design is removed through a manual process called weeding. This step involves using tools like a weeding hook or tweezers. Weeding can be laborious and time-consuming, especially for intricate designs. Careful precision is required to peel away the unwanted vinyl, leaving only the desired design on the backing sheet.
Step 6
Transfer Sheet Application
To prepare the decal for installation, a transfer sheet is applied. The transfer sheet is a transparent layer that facilitates the positioning and transfer of the decal onto the intended surface. It is carefully placed over the cut vinyl design, adhering to the backing sheet.
Step 7
Installing the Decal
With the transfer sheet in place, the decal is prepared for installation. When the decal is applied to a surface, the transfer sheet is peeled away, leaving the vinyl design in position. To ensure a smooth application, any air bubbles or wrinkles can be smoothed out using a squeegee or a similar tool.
That’s it! The meticulous process of decal-making via vinyl die-cutting using a plotter machine involves creating vector artwork, setting up the plotter, cutting the vinyl material, weeding the excess vinyl, applying the transfer sheet, and finally, installing the decal onto the desired surface.
This process allows for precise and detailed designs that can be easily transferred and applied to enhance various surfaces.