Problem with Decal Application

Contents

1. My decal has white marks / halo around it

2. My decal is not laying over rivets or other details

3. My decal is stretching and distorting

4. My decal has silver spots after application

5. Using Decal Setting Solutions

6. My decal takes longer than 30 seconds to remove from the paper

1. My decal has white marks / halo around it

Ensure you are using clean distilled water; city water contains minerals that may leave white halos and such marks.

2. My decal is not laying over rivets or other details

Let the decal dry after application (it will contour slightly) after the decal has had a little time to dry apply a coat of MicroSol or Solvaset.

3. My decal is stretching and distorting

 Apply more water to the model or decal may need to be soaked longer.

4. My decal has silver spots after application

Poke the spots with a sharp X-Acto knife, apply a coat of Solvaset or MicroSol (repeat as necessary).

5. Using Decal Setting Solutions

Before applying any decal setting solutions, ensure your model has been coated with a gloss finish. The closer to an automotive gloss finish the better. Cut the decal, dip in warm water and slide the decal off the backing into the model. With a finger and paper towel, or Q-Tip gently roll water out the edges from under the decal. All the decal a little time to begin drying. Once the decal is mostly dry, paint on a coating of your favorite decal solution. We recommend Walthers Solvaset and Micro Scales line of Micro Sol/Set. Depending on the location of the decal, more than one application may be needed. 

Important Note:

Once you apply a coat of Solvaset or any decal setting solution do not touch the decal until the solution has dried completely. If you try to touch the decal while a setting solution is on the decal you will destroy the decal.


6. My decal takes longer than 30 seconds to remove from the paper

Ensure you are not using cold water; it is best to use warm distilled water around 80-85 degrees.