Which media do I need?

[rzr2rocket]

Hey guys and gals,

I'm having trouble finding the perfect printable media for window decals. I have used oracal and 3M IJ80C-10. Nothing is working! It's embarrassing when I see decals I made starting to peel weeks or months after they purchased them. It seems like the basic vinyl sticks so much better than than printed. Can I get recommendations on what the best printable media is for window decals? Both solid and perforated media.

Thank you!

 

[MikePro]

post pics
if you're using cast materials, you shouldn't have an issue unless you're not cleaning the windows properly.
....or your client isn't cleaning them properly after the install.

 

[rzr2rocket]

I dont have any pics to share. I just see them around town. No one has complained (that I know of). I did think about the customer not applying them correctly because I dont get to see all the customers but I cant tell for sure. The oracal I use is calendered 3165RA.

 

[Bly]

What printer? Are they laminated?

 

[VTG]

Good question, I've always wondered what brand of vinyl substrate some of the big wholesalers (Stouse and Gill-Line) use for their window/vehicle/sports decals. I'm not sure if there is a perfect material, however, the Oracal 3651RA should work. The peeling could be a result of a dirty or poorly cleaned surface. Other factors like vehicle wax or Rain-X can also impact adhesion.