{"id":2556,"date":"2020-01-27T16:52:57","date_gmt":"2020-01-27T16:52:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.speedpro.com\/cleveland-west\/?p=2556"},"modified":"2020-12-11T00:00:06","modified_gmt":"2020-12-11T00:00:06","slug":"decal-care-and-maintenance-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.speedpro.com\/cleveland-west\/decal-care-and-maintenance-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Decal Care and Maintenance Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019ve installed vinyl decals, you want to keep them looking just as impressive as they were on the first day you put them up. Whether you have small or large vinyl decals on a vehicle, storefront window, floor or wall, there are some general rules you should be aware of for maintaining their appearance.<\/p>\n

CARING FOR DECALS FROM THE BEGINNING<\/h2>\n

Proper decal care starts at the installation process. Before you install a decal, you\u2019ll want to make sure that you adequately clean the surface you are placing your decal on. If the surface isn\u2019t clean, the decal won\u2019t stick as well. Additionally, any dirt left behind can cause the decal to have spots or bumps that take away from the attractive graphics.<\/p>\n

To\u00a0properly clean the surface<\/a>, use a clean cloth and rubbing alcohol to wipe down the area where you\u2019re planning on applying the decal. While you clean, ensure that you\u2019re not using an ammonia-based window cleaner. Ammonia can harm the decal\u2019s adhesive, making it difficult for the decal to stick properly and reducing its longevity. After cleaning the surface thoroughly, follow all of the directions provided by the decal\u2019s manufacturer to make sure you install it properly.<\/p>\n

RESTORING COLOR TO VINYL DECALS<\/h2>\n

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Over time, vinyl will break down and become dry due to ultraviolet light exposure and inclement weather. No matter how durable the plastic vinyl is, it\u2019s natural for the dyes to begin to deteriorate and break down over time. This occurs as the oils that go into the vinyl either volatilize or seep out of the plastic. Along with the oils vaporizing, the dyes will also break down at different times and rates.<\/p>\n

When a vinyl decal is aging, it\u00a0may undergo oxidation<\/a>\u00a0that generates a white residue that appears chalk-like. This residue can obscure the color of your decal and make your image look bleached. From full wall decals to elevator door decals to business door decals, the risk of color fading or becoming obscured due to aging is consistently present. Because of this, you\u2019ll want to know how to clean them and restore their color.<\/p>\n

To restore the health of your vinyl decals and bring back color, consider using a specially designed vinyl restorative product while following the steps listed below:<\/p>\n

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  1. Begin by using a soft cloth and a solution of water and detergent to take care of any superficial dirt on the decal. If there is mold or mildew on the decal, use a sodium percarbonate cleaner to remove the substances. Don\u2019t use a scrubbing pad or rub too hard, as this can damage your decals.<\/li>\n
  2. Once you\u2019ve removed any dirt and mold, rinse the decals off with water. After rinsing them, give them time to air dry.<\/li>\n
  3. Verify that the decals are completely dry and then wipe them off with rubbing alcohol. To do this properly, you\u2019ll need to dab rubbing alcohol onto a soft cloth and then wipe the surface down with it. Softly wipe the surface until you can be sure that it\u2019s entirely clean.<\/li>\n
  4. Finally, once the vinyl decal is entirely clean, find a vinyl restoring product to coat the finished product with.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    CARING FOR VEHICLE DECALS<\/h2>\n

    Decals are a popular option for vehicles. As vehicles can face harsh road and weather conditions, it\u2019s crucial to know how to clean vehicle decals appropriately. The next time you go to clean your vehicle, consider following the steps listed below:<\/p>\n

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    1. Rinse the car:<\/strong>\u00a0Softly rinse the vehicle off, paying particular attention to the areas where you have decals and graphics. Remove any dirt, debris and dust that have built up on your car. Ideally, you\u2019ll be able to use a hose that has a nozzle spray attachment to rinse the car off.<\/li>\n
    2. Add soap:<\/strong>\u00a0After you\u2019ve rinsed the car off, mix non-abrasive detergent with clean water. You can use a detergent that\u2019s specifically designed for cars or a standard household detergent you use for the dishes or laundry. However, check that the detergent doesn\u2019t have any alcohol or other harsh ingredients that could damage the vehicle and ensure that it has a pH between five and nine. Only use a soft sponge or cloth to wash the areas of the car containing decals or other graphics.<\/li>\n
    3. Rinse the soap off:\u00a0<\/strong>Rinse the car off again as you finish the cleaning process to make sure that the detergent has been removed from the vehicle.<\/li>\n
    4. Dry the vehicle:<\/strong>\u00a0It\u2019s okay to let the vehicle air dry, but if you\u2019d like to speed up the process, you can use a soft microfiber cloth to gently dry off the decal. You can also use a squeegee if there are any areas with excess water.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      CLEANING WINDOW DECALS<\/h2>\n

      Cleaning your partial or full window decals will help you keep your building looking professional and visually appealing. Many companies use storefront window decals to promote their brand and any sales they\u2019re having, but they only work if you keep up their appearance.<\/p>\n

      To properly clean a window decal, you need to hand wash it. Using tools like a squeegee or power washer can damage the graphics or even lift them off of the surface. When you do wash them, use glass friendly chemicals that do not have strong chemicals in them. Basic soap mixtures are ideal. While you clean the window decals, don\u2019t rub the decals too hard, as this can cause them to peel.<\/p>\n

      CLEANING FLOOR DECALS<\/h2>\n

      When you clean decorative or directional\u00a0floor decals<\/a>, the procedure is similar to the other decal cleaning processes. Start by using an appropriate detergent\u2014no enzyme detergents or soaps\u2014to clean the decal area. Next, dry it off with a soft, paper towel, preferably a lint-free one. Finally, use a lint-free towel that\u2019s coated with rubbing alcohol to get rid of any remaining grease or oil. Before it dries, use another towel to wipe up the alcohol.<\/p>\n

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      If you\u2019ve installed vinyl decals, you want to keep them looking just as impressive as they were on the first day you put them up. Whether you have small or large vinyl decals on a vehicle, storefront window, floor or wall, there are some general rules you should be aware of for maintaining their appearance. […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":26,"featured_media":2557,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"content-type":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2556","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nDecal Care and Maintenance Tips - SpeedPro Cleveland West<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Need to save money now? 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