Occasionally, they may be printed out of register where the different colours are not printed over each other in the right place. If the printing is not sufficiently opaque the underlying colour of the model will show through. At other times, they may be too thin and might disintegrate during the application process. Sometimes they are too thick and will stick out on the surface of the model and will not lie flat over surface details. Waterslide decals can vary considerably in quality. This is partly because most model kits are supplied with appropriate waterslide decals, but also because they generally work very well in most situations and it is relatively easy to get a good result. Waterslide decals are by far the most popular way of applying unit markings and other graphics to scale models. This article gives general information about waterslide decals and a step-by-step guide showing how they should be applied. There are many decals, but since the model has four possible paint schemes only a fraction of these will be used. Note: Rapid Air Reflective is designed for dry fitting, and is unsuitable for wet application.This is the decal sheet from a 1/72nd scale Eurofighter. Once in place, use the squeegee to smooth it down and remove the water out from the edges. Move your way down the decal, fitting a small section at a time. As above, remove an inch of the backing paper and smooth the decal down into place. The damp surface will help hold it into place and still allow you to move it around slightly. Position your decal, this time no masking tape is needed. Now lightly spray your application area, leaving a thin film of water. Start by filling a spray bottle with water and a small amount of washing up liquid. Finish off with the squeegee, smoothing down the entire decal. Move your way down the decal, concentrating on fitting an inch at a time. Next, pull away another inch or so of the backing paper and smooth this section down into place. Now remove part of the adhesive’s backing paper and using a squeegee, press the sticker down into place. Start by positioning your decal, consider using masking tape to hold it down. For the best performance, always apply your new decals in a dry & clean location. Your kit comes ready to apply, but first remove the stickers from their packaging and lay them down flat. You may need to use an adhesive remover, try WD40.
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Clean away any glue, dirt and grease, then use a lint free cloth and dry the area. Once you have removed the old decals, prepare the surface for the new ones. Then peel off the ones you are replacing, dependent on quality you may need to gently heat them up first. To ensure you place them correctly, first take pictures of the original stickers. But it also makes it unsuitable for wet application.īefore fitting your new Bomag BW120ADH Decal Set, you need to make sure you remove all trace of the old ones. Which has technology that guarantees bubble free application, even for more inexperienced fitters. But this set comes on Oralite Rapid Air Reflective. This kit is also comes on high-end reflective vinyl, gaining the same increased visibility and safety. This means it reflects more light back, making your machinery easy to see. This kit is supplied on high-spec reflective vinyl, which increases its visibility in low light conditions. Despite this, the print quality is still high-definition. This kit is supplied on affordable non reflective vinyl. More details on the sticker choices can be found below. Which is guaranteed by the original manufacturer, for 3 Years.ĭependent on the material you choose, the kits have either enhanced visibility performance or easy fit application. Regardless of the type you choose, each set comes on self-adhesive vinyl. In short, all our kits are made to measure, so no trimming is needed. This Bomag BW120ADH Decal Set is perfect for replacing your old, tired stickers.