Wet Application on Glass

[JAMEY]

I think it's great when members supply visuals, even when the description is pretty straight forward. I like seeing other's approach.

Thanks. Straight and to the point.

 

[B-RAD Graphics]

"WET"....if you have alot of spare time to hang out on install .....I dont have the patience anymore. Used to be so nuts about bubbles..now pop em and tell them it will look great in a few days...see ya!!!

 

[DGDesigns]

I am bidding a job using Etchmark on glass panels that are 5' wide x 7' tall. I was intending on applying wet without application tape. JESTER mentioned it's a better method "with a few tricks"...I am interested in information on the "tricks". I was also going to use a felt squeegee (some have mentioned a shower squeegee)...any advice on squeegee selection?? Thanks

 

[stevesign]

Take no notice of the flaming...

There is more than one way to skin a cat.

IMHO For small letters, dry on windows, for larger, solid areas, wet.

 

[Larry L]

My problem with Rapidtac has been it drys too fast and leaves a lot of trapped bubbles. I cut it 30%- 50% especially if I'm in a sunny spot. For windows, I try dry if possible. Most of mine are inside reverse sticks. A nice look is a red or dark color patch on the inside and white or yellow on the outside. You get a nice 3D look.

 

[DIGITAL360]

Dry is king with car wraps etc. !! but If i do large installs with calendered material on windows i spray a little bit of soapy water(drop of babby shampoo in spray bottle) onto the glass after its cleaned and apply it with a rubber squeegee(window tinting squeegee) to get all the water out. when im done theres not even on bubble or drop of water left. it really lays down like bubble- free cast vinyl & holds up strong even past its durability. we do that with window tinting and so does everybody else so i see why it wouldnt work with large pieces of calendered vinyl. doing it for years & looks great.