I regularly check in on several Facebook groups and online message boards for sign shops and printers. I like to look for questions to answer and ways I can help. One question I commonly see is “How do I know if my vinyl will stick to a painted wall?” or “My wall graphics are peeling after just a few days.”

Well we have made a 5 minute video on everything you need to know to test your vinyl, prep a wall, and make sure your print stays in place for many years.

Jump to parts of this video:

Tape Test

Test with Extras

Prepping a Wall for Better Adhesion

Wiping the Wall

Tape Hinge Application Method

Vinyl Graphic Application

We also have a Vinyl Application Guide Google Doc that has dives deeper into the topic. A white label version is available if you want to give it to your customers!

https://www.firesprint.com/vinylapplicationtips.html