When it is in place use a piece of painter s tape to attach the vinyl to the surface from top to bottom across its middle.
Wet applying vinyl to a curved surface.
If you don t have any rubbing alcohol then simply give it a good hot wash.
Position your design in place on the surface.
Applying vinyl to a surface with curved aspects can be tricky.
If you re applying your sticker to a wet surface use your fingers to push and adjust the edges of the vinyl to your desired position.
This instructable will use a skateboard deck as the example surface but the technique can be used for a variety of applications.
The edges of your design will likely stick out from the curved surface to the left and right of the tape.
Once the vinyl is in place you won t be able to adjust it easily.
Prepare your curved surface by wiping it with rubbing alcohol and allowing it to dry completely.
If you re applying your sticker to a dry surface make sure that it s positioned and angled properly.
Secure the vinyl to the surface with tape.