The process of applying heat transfer vinyl on wood is very similar to the process used to apply heat transfer vinyl to a t shirt or other fabric project so if you have ever worked with htv then you are going to rock this project.
How to apply vinyl wrap to wood.
One thing many people struggle with is how to apply vinyl to various surfaces.
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Htv on wood is a great solution if you want a special treatment like foil flock or glitter.
The surface is very important to getting vinyl to adhere well.
Purchase cast vinyl for more flexibility in your wrap.
Let cure dry then apply the wraps and lightly clean then apply the vinyl wraps or decals.
How to apply heat transfer vinyl on wood.
If the wood is rough or porous sand it so that the surface feels smooth to the touch.
The smoother harder and shinier the surface the better vinyl will adhere.
Calendared vinyl is thicker but stickier while cast vinyl is more flexible and easier to manipulate around curves and edges.
So here are the bullet points for better adhesion of vinyl on wood.
This tutorial will show you how to install decals or vinyl cornhole wraps on a set of cornhole boards.
If leaving your boards natural wood brush or spray minwax polyurethane on the wood board tops let cure for 24 hours and then lightly sand with 400 grit sand paper.
Tips for applying vinyl on wood.
Use vinyl wrap on smooth substrates like glass corrugated plastic and painted.
Apply the 651 vinyl as usual and then with a teflon sheet between your project and iron iron the decal for 10 15 seconds.
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Choose vinyl with built in air release channels for a smooth installation.
Make sure your material is larger than needed for easier handling.
The two main types of vinyl are calendared and cast.
How to vinyl wrap your wood not a project video.
Using moderate pessure on your squeegee apply the film while pushing out trapped air from beneath starting from the middle outward.
Once you have a starting peel back the liner and place the vinyl wrap onto the target surface.
Wipe the surface clean then you can apply the wrap or decal.
Before you begin applying vinyl wrap make sure your cornhole boards are unboxed and set in a clean working space.