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Whether you call them home decor decals, stick-on vinyls, removable transfers, wall art or even wall tattoos they are basically large stickers made from tough commercial grade vinyl, which are cost effective, modern, trendy and a temporary way to decorate your home. Wall stickers are self-adhesive, so all you need is a nice clean dust free surface and your room will be transformed in just a matter of minutes.

Surfaces You Apply Vinyl Wall Stickers

You can apply your vinyl wall stickers on walls, doors, windows. You can also apply them on timber floors, coffee tables, mirrors, computer laptops... even fridges! In fact, you can apply vinyl wall stickers pretty much on any clean, smooth dust free surface. However, most brands of vinyl wall stickers are not suitable for wallpaper because that they could damage it wallpaper on removal. Also, if your interior walls have been cement rendered and/or are porous like, then the vinyl will NOT stick properly.

Can Wall Stickers Ruin The Paint Upon Removal?

Generally speaking, vinyl wall stickers usually will not leave any sort of marks. Most leading brands currently in the market have been thoroughly tested on numerous types of wall and floor surfaces and over a long period of time. Vinyl wall stickers may occasionally cause some minor paint flecking that will require touch-ups when the decorative decals are peeled from off the walls but in most cases, this only occurs if the interior paint is old and in somewhat poor condition.

Can Wall Stickers Be Used In Bathrooms?

The answer is Yes! But you need to make sure that the surface is completely dry and free of any lint or dirt. In addition, it is also important at the time of application that there is no humidity or steam in the bathroom because this will keep the stickers from applying properly.

Can You Apply Wall Stickers Yourself?

The answer is Yes! But for larger designs you will need patience and accuracy to get it just right. The best way to handle a job on your own is to position the wall sticker on the wall using some masking tape to make certain that you are completely satisfied with the positioning. Once you are happy with the position you can then start the careful process of peeling and sticking. How to instructions required to apply the vinyl wall stickers are usually found enclosed on the inside of the packaging. However, there are a few manufactures that place the instructions on the back of the box or plastic wrapping.

Large Murals and Cut-outs

Usually larger murals and cut-outs come pre-pasted and vinyl coated. Murals and cut-outs can be placed on walls, tiles, computer laptops, gift boxes, household lamp shades and even large wall cabinets. It is practically endless amount of areas where you can put your vinyl wall stickers. Larger murals can usually be pieced together so that they form one big image. Or, you can use single pieces and create your very own unique decor and artwork. As with other types of vinyl wall stickers the larger murals and cut-outs can easily be removed and will not damage wall surfaces.

How Long Do Vinyl Wall Stickers Last?

Most of the leading brands are made from matt vinyl, a semi permanent commercial grade material that will in most cases last for at least 5 years. Because it is semi permanent it will NOT leave any unsightly marks or stains on its removal. If you do decide to remove your decals then use a hair dryer which softens the adhesive and will make the process much easier for you.

What Colours Do Vinyl Wall Stickers Come In?

Because there are now a large number of manufacturers and importers of vinyl wall stickers and decals you will find an almost limitless supply of designs and colours. However, a lot of designs are now available in several colours and size options, and some manufacturers will allow you to choose a specific design and colour and place an order for it to me made to your exact specifications. A simple search on Google will show several companies who advertise this particular option.