Scroll down to watch videos that show how easy installation can be.They illustrate techniques for large and small wall stickers.
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Technique #1: LARGE Wall Stickers
Technique #2: SMALL Wall Stickers
Intro
This information is intended to aid in the installation of your Tonky Wall Sticker. We strongly recommend careful consideration of the entire section. Even the handiest of customers will benefit. As with any change to home or office, careful preparation will ensure a flawless installation. Be confident and make sure the sticker’s sticky side never folds onto itself. For smaller stickers there is very little that can muddle the results, for larger designs, an extra set of hands is the key to success.
We make the stickers from adhesive sign vinyl, a user friendly a material. Each sticker is sandwiched between two sheets of material, one an opaque backing paper and the other a translucent application tape. The application tape is slightly tacky so it holds onto the sticker when the backing paper is removed.
IN SHORT: To install remove the opaque backing paper with the image face down on a flat surface, thus exposing the very sticky side of the vinyl sticker. Apply the entire rectagular sheet of application tape to the wall with the sticker still attached. Smooth with the included white squeegie and slowly remove the application tape at 180 degree angle revealing the colorful Tonky Wall Sticker beneath.
Preparing the Surface
The high-quality special adhesives used in Tonky Stickers create an excellent bond with just about any clean, smooth, weather-resistant surface that is free of grease, dust, or any contaminates. For a long-lasting bond, the target surfaces must be properly prepared. Before mounting the material, clean the surface with soap & water or isopropyl alcohol and wipe it dry with a clean cloth. Let dry completely.
Placement/Preparation
Decide where your sticker will go. Use masking tape to hold the sheet to the wall and step back to judge its position. For added precision use a level along the top edge of the sticker. Lightly mark the wall with a pencil to record position of the two top corners.
Removing the Backing Paper
Lay the sticker on a flat surface with the image side down. Draw the backing paper away and be sure the stick releases completely. Use your squeegie to scrape areas where the sticker refuses to release from the backing paper.
Application
Pick up the sheet at the two top corners and pull the tension out. Match up the corners to the pencil marks press the sheet firmly to the surface at one corner. Then adhere the other corner. Then run the squeegie from top to bottom down the middle of the sheet. Use overlapping strokes from the center out, alternating between the left and right side. Center>Right. Center>Left. Center>Right. And so forth.
Finally carefully peel the application tape away exposing you bold colorful Tonky wall sticker. Be certain that all pieces and extremities of your sticker adhere to the wall. If they fail to as you slowly pull back the application tape, reapply that section and use your squeegie to ensure adequate contact.
Bubbles, Folds, and Such
Bubbles are a regular occurrence. Using a small pin lightly poke bubbles and squeeze out the air with your thumb or squeegie.
Minor folds and creases can result from sub par installation or a marred surface, but the material is extremely forgiving and they can usually be worked out with the squeegie. If you made huge error and are totally miserable with the results please contact us at info [at] tonkydesigns.com to discuss a solution.
Notes About Smaller Stickers
With smaller stickers ranging in size from a few inches across to arms width, a good way to install is to match up the corners with your pencil marks and to work from the top down and from the middle out, using alternating and overlapping strokes. Squeegie the heck out of the thing. And pull away the application tape as described above.
Notes About Larger Stickers
If you have a friend to help, an extra set of hands can be hugely beneficial.
