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DIY Van Graphics

Having the right graphics on a van is the difference between an average automobile and an eye-catcher. Adding decals and graphic designs to vans costs a fortune at an auto-body shop. For a low-cost, high-impact auto display, design and apply graphic art to your vehicle at home.

Things You'll Need

  • Vinyl decal sheets
  • X-acto knife
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Instructions

  1. Creating the Graphics

    • 1

      Sketch out the design for the graphic. Cut the finished design out.

    • 2

      Lay the vinyl sheeting out flat with the paper side facing up. Trace the sketched design onto the paper backing of the vinly sheet.

    • 3

      Cut the design out of the vinyl sheeting with the X-acto knife.

    Apply the Decal

    • 4

      Wash and wax the van. Dry the vehicle completely.

    • 5

      Map out the desired location for the decal using masking tape.

    • 6

      Peel the paper off the vinyl sheeting and press the design onto the car body. Smooth the decals out using a towel. Remove the masking tape from around the design.

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