You applied your decal, now what?

You applied your new decal (See HOW TO APPLY YOUR DECAL) and now you are wondering how to care for it.  See below for instructions on how to clean your decal as well as what to avoid in order to not damage it.  Taking extra precautions will extend the life of your vinyl decal so you can enjoy it for years to come. 

See our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for more information regarding your decal.

What to avoid after applying your decal

Avoid constant exposure to weather. Oracal 651 (outdoor vinyl) is durable and will last years, however, exposure to the elements will fade and damage your decal. Storing your vehicle in the garage or under a tarp will extend the life of your decal.

Oracal 631 (indoor vinyl) for temporary applications outside or in high-moisture environments but your decal may not last as long as expected.

DO NOT use power washers
DO NOT use squeegees.
DO NOT use wire scrubbers.
DO NOT use car washes with brushes.
DO NOT put your decal in the dishwasher.
DO NOT use steam cleaners.
DO NOT use the rear window wiper of vehicle. It will destroy your decal.
DO NOT use window scrapers.
DO NOT use a hose at full force when cleaning your vehicle. Keep hose at least 18” from decal.
DO NOT leave immersed in water to soak.

How to clean your decal

Oracal 651 - OUTDOOR VINYL: Hand wash the surface on which your decal is applied. Use mild non-abrasive cleaning products. Glass friendly chemicals such as soap and water, glass cleaner (e.g. Windex), etc. are acceptable cleaning products. DO NOT use harsh chemicals. DO NOT leave immersed in water. DO NOT use on newly painted walls (less than 6 weeks) or on walls painted with scuff resistant paint or Low/No VOC paint. Please see our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for a list of all known incompatible surfaces (See title CHOOSING YOUR SURFACE) .

Oracal 631 – INDOOR VINYL ONLY: AVOID getting wet. Avoid long term exposure to moisture. DO NOT apply in a high traffic area. Indoor vinyl will not stand up to heavy use or abuse. DO NOT use on newly painted walls (less than 6 weeks) or on walls painted with scuff resistant paint or Low/No VOC paint. Please see our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for a list of all known incompatible surfaces (See title CHOOSING YOUR SURFACE) .

Use a cloth to wipe area where decal is applied. To avoid peeling, do not rub the decal hard when cleaning.

For more information about your vinyl choice see CHOOSING YOUR VINYL on our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).

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