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Need to quote installation of a wall mural on this tiled wall - 10' high by 24' wide, lots of windows, doors, indents etc. We have done quite a few textured block walls, but never on tile. How much extra pain am I in for? I think the smooth surface will show every bubble and wrinkle, while the...

A print shop I install for is looking for an installer in Hackettstown NJ. We have worked with them a long time. They pay in 30-60 days. They do not want to use a sign shop for fear of losing the whole job to another printer. You have to provide a firm quote for install. They sometimes need...

Vinyl is coming loose in one area on this textured wall wrap after 10 days. IJ8624, laminated. I think that I didn't heat/roll enough in this area. (end of a long day) I called 3M for advice, no help. I am thinking of peeling back the loose part and either using spray adhesive or wallpaper glue...

Installed for local print shop. No we did not adhesion test. Shop didn't want to pay. Material is IJ35C/8509 lam. We cleaned the wall with alcohol, rolled and post heated. We have done many of these with no issues, some in the same building. They want to know if we could save it. I said no...

I am an installer, and have to wrap a Kawasaki Mule, full wrap to change color from red to blue. There will be a few logos added. The vehicle is wonky to wrap, and It would make life much easier if I could put on a solid color, and add the logos on top. The vehicle is garage kept. Good idea? The...

I install graphics for a print shop in local schools. On gym block walls we have been installing 3M IJ 8624 with success. I picked up the graphic for the next block wall installation, and they switched to IJ 180c. The installation is scheduled for Monday morning. Two 9' x 3' graphics, working...

I have to install this on an interior painted block wall. The company I install for is having trouble getting textured wall wrap material, and is throwing this at me to install. They have not tested it and are not willing to pay me for an extra trip to do an adhesion test. If you have used this...

I install mesh banners for a local print shop at area schools. We were using 150 lb. zip ties to attach to a chain link fence, but when a few of the larger banners tore in a windstorm we switched to 50 lb. zip ties on top. Now the school is freaking out because the zip ties tore. Can't win. One...

I need to invest in tools for textured walls. Any thoughts on 3M TSA tools versus Geek Wraps Big Boy Installer Roller? I have used the TSA 1 and find it awkward and slow. I like the concept of having the gun held by the tool. I would love to try a torch, but we do all of our work in schools, and...

I install signs and graphics for a print shop, mainly in schools. I need to learn installing on concrete block. I have read posts about using Walk n Wall as an alternative, but I read in the post below about failures. One approach might be to coat the wall with Guardz, or the Sherwin Williams...

We are installing banners for a print shop who outsources their large format printing. They are ordering mesh banners to install on a tennis court fence. Should they leave a foot or so open at the bottom of the fence for wind? I don't know what mesh they are using. We usually install banners on...

Been researching best substrates for post and panel signs. In the East most available are Grimco Maxmetal, Alumalite or Dibond. Alumalite has a thicker skin than Maxmetal, .012 versus .008. Laminators claim that the polypropylene corrugated core is stronger than a solid polyethylene core. We are...

Is there a standard way of making the hanger bars for polycarbonate sign faces going into cabinet boxes? Thickness, material used, adhesive used, favorite method, etc.

We are installing 6 large trapezoid shaped windows from a bucket truck for a local printer. Laminated perf. Our first attempt was aborted because the printer made the prints the wrong size. I attempted to tape up the first piece, and it was way too long. The prints are heavy and difficult to...

I agreed to install some "window stickers" for a printer that is just getting into large format. I assumed (my bad) that is was window perf. When i picked it up, turns out they did it on 3m air release vinyl with an overlaminate. No application tape. They are not huge, 42" x 31". Never did an...

Finally getting around to a formal intro. My husband and I have a small service company. We have two bucket trucks and and auger truck with a crane, and do all kinds of high work. We have been doing neon and electric sign maintenance and repairs, and we get some requests for new signage from...

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Anyone using Mactac 9700 translucent vinyl? A 5-7 year calendared translucent. Less expensive, but how does it hold up?

Husk Signs in Indiana - Can anybody give them a recommendation? So far their communication has been great, and low wholesale pricing.

Realtor wants a cheap "Available" on an empty backlit strip mall sign. I would like to price it with an intermediate cal vinyl, and with translucent and let him decide. How long do you think something like Oracal 651 would last on a backlit? Considered banners, but there is nothing to bungee to.