Before You Stick: Read This!
Most walls are perfect for decals, and every decal's made from a premium fabric material that is kind to walls. Installing is a breeze for some and takes a bit more care for others, either way, we've put this guide together to set you up for the best result, and our team's here to support you every step of the way.
💡 Hot Tip: Keep Your Backing Sheet
Thinking of moving house one day? Hang onto the backing sheet. It's the easiest way to safely remove and transport your decals to a new wall, and you can reposition them again and again without losing any grip
✌️ 1. Check Your Walls
Decals stick best to smooth, painted walls. They won’t hold properly on:
- Textured, bumpy, or popcorn walls (not enough smooth surface to grip)
- Unprimed or flaking surfaces
- Freshly painted walls, give it 45 days for the paint to fully cure first
- Walls repainted without a primer coat between layers, if those layers aren't properly bonded to each other, your decal can lift away along with the top coat
Wash & Wear or Low VOC paint? Most walls are totally fine, but a small number of these paints can affect how well the adhesive grips. A bonding primer from your local hardware store can help if you're at all unsure.
✌️ 2. Wipe Your Walls
This one matters more than it looks! Any dust or grime left behind can stop your decal from sticking properly and cause bubbling underneath. Give the wall a wipe with a clean, damp cloth, then let it dry completely (at least 2 hours) before you start.
✌️ 3. Watch Out for Air Bubbles
Air bubbles are the most common hiccup, but they're totally avoidable. Smooth as you go and push the air out toward the edges as you apply, rather than trying to fix it all at the end. Take it slow and you'll get a clean, bubble free finish.
✌️ 4. Start with the Blue Arch
Start with the blue arch as your base. Apply the heart to its centre.
✌️ 5. Join the Green Arcs
Join the green arcs above the blue arch, followed by the yellow arcs above the green arch.
✌️ 6. Dot It!
Place the dots in equal distances above the yellow arch in the shape of an arch.
✌️ 7. Last Bits!
Finally, join the pink arcs above the dot arch.
✌️ 8. Final Touches
Reposition any pieces if necessary and enjoy!