05-17-2013, 07:57 PM
I have found that it is best to not let the decals soak for a long period of time. I learned this method elsewhere:
Soak the decals in water for not more than 30 seconds. 15 to 20 is ideal.
Remove from water. The decal will still be on the paper. Place decal and paper close to where you want the decal to be on the radio.
Very gently, using a very small artist's brush that is wet, guide the decal onto the radio cabinet. Using the wet brush, get it where you want it and very gently brush out any wrinkles, imperfections, etc. Let dry - do not touch or rub it with anything.
After completely dry, a careful application of some Micro Sol with the small artist's brush may be helpful to make the lines around the decal disappear to a certain degree. I've not seen the Micro Sol completely get rid of the cut lines, however.
Now, if I can do this, anyone can. I'm not as good with cabinet refinishing as some of the other Phorum members are.
Soak the decals in water for not more than 30 seconds. 15 to 20 is ideal.
Remove from water. The decal will still be on the paper. Place decal and paper close to where you want the decal to be on the radio.
Very gently, using a very small artist's brush that is wet, guide the decal onto the radio cabinet. Using the wet brush, get it where you want it and very gently brush out any wrinkles, imperfections, etc. Let dry - do not touch or rub it with anything.
After completely dry, a careful application of some Micro Sol with the small artist's brush may be helpful to make the lines around the decal disappear to a certain degree. I've not seen the Micro Sol completely get rid of the cut lines, however.
Now, if I can do this, anyone can. I'm not as good with cabinet refinishing as some of the other Phorum members are.
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Ron Ramirez
Ferdinand IN
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