The goal of this post is to clear up some of the confusion about types of
wall decals and how to choose a quality product. We all want to get value for our dollars spent, and we want our great new look to last.
Customers sometimes contact us with questions or problems about their
wall decals, especially those bought from competitors. After visiting with these customers, we knew the product they were dealing with was not ours, but we still wanted to help sort it out. Some of these problems included:
• how to remove a wall sticker that was pulling off the paint (see Reasons #2 and #3 below);
• how to apply a sticker printed on sticky plastic instead of being die-cut (see Reason #4)
Here are four important things to know so you can choose a quality wall sticker:
1. Make sure you read the application instructions before you buy. These will tell you how well the product is made. If the manufacturer is sending you a film to apply to the sticker, that's a red flag – a reputable
wall decal manufacturer has already applied this transfer film to the wall sticker. If you have to do this yourself and don't have a lot of experience, you may get wrinkles, crooked lettering, etc., making a quality
wall decal application almost impossible. We often see this on
wall decals from China and Hong Kong.
2. Do make sure that the material is designed for Home Décor use. Vinyl stickers for signage existed a long time before Home Décor
wall decals became popular. Stickers for signs need super strong adhesive to withstand outdoor elements–PLUS they need to be glossy to attract attention. Neither Glossy nor Strong Adhesive types are recommended for Home Décor use.
3. Choose a
wall decal with a Matte finish for the best Home Décor application. The non-shiny look of a Matte finish allows the wall decals to look like a custom paint application when adhered to your wall. All high-quality wall stickers have this Matte finish.
4. Verify that the item is a Die-cut
Wall Decal, not just an image printed on sticky plastic. There is a huge difference! A die-cut
wall decal has NO background permanently attached to it or surrounding it (ie. no sticky clear plastic), just the vinyl die-cut lettering/design that will go on the wall. Some cheap
wall decals are not actually decals – they are just a design printed on thin plastic material with a sticky coating, which does not adhere well to anything except smooth surfaces. Plus, the clear plastic looks tacky on your wall.
When you purchase from
WallDecorPlusMore.com, you can trust the quality of the vinyl wall decals we offer–they are designed especially for use in your home, or on other surfaces such as glass, etc. You can rely on our informative descriptions and inspiring usage recommendations. We are always here to answer questions and help you choose a quality wall decal that will give you the amazing look you desire.
~Sallianne
Purchase from
WallDecorPlusMore.com for High-Quality Wall Decals for Home Décor use.
1. GLASS. You can apply stickers to the glass of photo frames or old windows. This is a great way to DIY and re-purpose! This adds an interesting 3-D look to your walls. Click here.
2. CANVAS. Yes, the kind you can paint pictures on. Just purchase a blank artist canvas, paint it with a shiny or glossy paint in the color(s) of your choice, and apply your wall decal sticker. If you run into problems with the sticker coming loose, just apply a layer of Mod-Podge over your painted surface and you'll be good to go. Click Here
4. BOARDS/WOOD. Left-over scrap wood is perfect for this project. Just paint or stain the wood and apply your favorite quote wall sticker. You've just made your own unique portable wall art! Click Here
