The first thing to be aware of is that storing your decals is very important. Keep them from sunlight (or even fluorescent lighting for long periods) and humidity, and leave them in their original packaging. The envelopes we use block out most light and because we don't seal them, air circulates around keeping them fresh.

Cut the decal as close to the image area as possible. It is helpful to cut at an outward angle from the image area. This, in essense, "shaves" the edge, and the lines won't be as apparent.

You will need a decal solvent for application. We recommend Champ's DECAL-SET, which is the ORIGINAL decal setting solution. This solution can be diluted with water to slow down the softening & binding effect. Your decal will actually become part of your model with the use of DECAL-SET. This is a One-Step solution, no need for two solution methods!!

We have specific requirements for our decal film, but unfortunately we have no control over the color of the backing paper our decals are printed on. It is very hard to see our white ink on the light blue paper, but there is an "easy fix" to this problem. Simply use a marker (one that bleeds) and color the back side of the decal paper until it bleeds through to the underside of the decal film. This will make it easier to see what you're cutting and will not damage the decal film when soaked off. We've tried several brands of markers, but you might want to try your marker on an un-needed portion of decal to make sure it won't damage your decal.