FAQ:
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I determine what size letter that I can use?
Should I use all capitals letters or upper and lower case?
How long will my vinyl letters last?
On what surfaces can I
apply vinyl letters and decals?
Will it hurt my
car to put vinyl letters or decals on it?
Will putting
magnetic signs on my vehicle harm or damage it in any way?
How do remove old letters and decals?
Do you
accept "Zip, Jazz, CDs, or Super Disk?
How can I determine what size letter that I can use?
The general rule for letters is to figure the same amount of space for length
of each letter as the letter height. For example, if you have a 5 letter word
and you want to use 6" letters, you should allow for 30" in length [5 (# of
letters) x 6" (letter height)= 30"]. Upper and lower case letters will be
shorter than all upper case letters. If you are unsure about letter size, always
include the dimensions of your available space (length and height) and we will
determine the best size.
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Should I use all capitals letters or upper and lower case?
This is, of course, a personal preference. However, if legibility is a concern, in most instances, using both upper and lower case letters are easier to read. Also, some fonts do not lend themselves to the use of all upper case letters.
For example, TEKSIGNS is much harder to read than Teksigns.
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How long will my vinyl letters last?
Premium vinyl has a 6 to 9 year life span. In our experience it has held up
that long or longer. Our Standerd vinyl has a 5 year life, however the surface
it is applied to and the environmental conditions may cause it to have a shorter
life.
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On what surfaces can I apply vinyl letters and decals?
Vinyl letters can be applied to most any surface that is clean, smooth,
nonporous, and wax-free.
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Will it hurt my car to put vinyl letters or decals on it?
Putting vinyl on the surface of your car or on the windows will not damage
it. Before applying letters or decals, make sure that the area is clean and
wax-free. This will ensure that the vinyl adheres well and will have a longer
life.
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Will putting magnetic signs on my vehicle harm or damage it in any way?
There are a few important things to remember when using magnetic signs. The
area where the sign will be applied should be clean and dry without any
protrusions or dents. This will help the magnet lie flat and help to prevent
rust. If moisture is trapped under the magnet, rust can occur. A good coat of
wax on your vehicle will also help prevent rust under a magnetic sign.
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How do remove old letters and decals?
Removing decals is a long tedious process. There is no set way to do it. Here
are few pointers. Don’t use sharp or hard objects to scrape letters off. This
will scratch the surface. Vinyl is brittle in cold weather. It is better to wait
for warm weather so that the vinyl will not break off in tiny pieces. It seems
to work better, when removing vinyl, if you pull the vinyl SLOWLY and
perpendicular to the surface. It is more likely to come off in one piece this
way. You can also use a heat gun assist in the vinyl removal, but special care
must be taken not to over heat the area. A heat gun can cause paint to melt and
bubble if held in one place too long.
Do you accept "Zip, Jazz, CDs, or Super Disk" ?
We accept Zip, 3.5 inch
floppies, and CDs.
We are sorry but at this time we do not accept Jazz, Super Disk, Click, or other miscellaneous Media.
Thank you
Teksigns.com