Waterslide decals get their name from their method of application onto various products. The decals are soaked in water and then applied directly onto the product, this process is called water transfer printing. This method has become popular because it is an affordable and cost-effective way to apply logos and designs onto irregularly shaped products. The decals are also designed to adhere to a wide range of materials for long lasting performance. Traditional decal application requires intensive manual work or specialized equipment that is expensive.
Waterslide decals can be used on products of various materials and shapes. The shape of the products does not limit waterslide decals, so the patterns can be printed on any parts of the products. For surface printing, waterslide decals have an unbeatable advantage. Household items, toys, footwear, gifts, electronic products, automotive supplies, decorations, medical equipment, hardware and building materials, etc. industries are all using waterslide decals. Metal, glass, ceramic, nylon, hardware, wood, plastic, leather, stone, etc. are all suitable materials for waterslide decals and can have special appearance through waterslide decals.
Waterslide Decal VS Dry Transfer Decals Dry transfer decals are a printing method that involves printing photos such as portraits and scenery on colored inkjet paper using sublimation ink and then heating the paper to a certain temperature by the transfer printing equipment to print the image on paper to items of different materials such as glass, metal...
Read MorePrinting Color of Decals Fantai waterslide decals can be produced in a broad spectrum of colors based on customer requirements. The method allows for vivid colors to be applied on transparent PVA film that will permanently adhere to many different materials. The colors we typically use include black, white, blue-green, fuschia, yellow, red, purple, green, silver, gold, etc.
Read MoreWaterslide Decal Instructions Maintain an appropriate water temperature. Temperature will affect the effectiveness of the waterslide decals. Generally, when the temperature is low, the decals will be fragile and can crack after application. Therefore, the users can soak the decals in hot water or water with alcohol or softeners added.
Read MoreSTORAGE of Decals
Waterslide decals are best used within three months. The longer the storage time, the lower the activity of the chemicals in the waterslide decals. Thus, the use of the waterslide decals will be affected.
The temperature of the warehouse where the waterslide decals are stored should not be too high. The optimum temperature is between 15 and 25 ℃.