Vinyl Removal
Liability
It is essential to have a conversation with the client about any potential problems that may occur when removing vinyl from their car. There is a possibility of harm occurring, although this is very dependent on the state of the car from which the vinyl is being removed. Any areas on the car where the paint is just faintly adherent are susceptible to damage, and this is especially true of older automobiles. It’s possible that the vinyl on the car became burnt in after years of being exposed to the sun, but it depends on how long it was there. When removing vinyl from plexiglass or glass, there is a risk of damaging the surface. If you want the job done in a timely manner and without any problems, it is recommended that you have the removal performed by a professional. Despite the fact that we like to tell our customers that they can perform small removal jobs on their own, not everyone has the skills necessary to properly remove vinyl, and if you want the job done, it is recommended that you have the removal performed by a professional.
Removal
Vinyl may be difficult to remove at times, and the ease of doing so is largely dependent on the surface it was put on. When removing vinyl from glass, for instance, you should make every effort to avoid using a torch or heat gun since subjecting the glass to heat might cause it to shatter. It is possible to utilize a scrapper. However, if the vinyl is not too old (cracked or burnt), then it may be simply pulled off of the glass surface. While removing vinyl from a glass surface, position the razor blade so that it is as flat as possible to the window, and when scraping, make every effort to avoid elevating the rear end of the blade. Doing so may harm the glass surface.
Heat is one of the most critical things you have available while attempting to remove vinyl from a car. If you don’t have much expertise in removing vinyl, using a heat gun is your best bet since it will save you from accidentally burning the vinyl or the surface of the car. Be sure to simply heat up tiny sections that can be removed within a minute. You may raise the edge of the vinyl with a scraper made of plastic and then peel it off. Then you can repeat the operation.
Chemical Removers
Because you are putting yourself in potential danger by removing glue, which requires you to breathe in potentially toxic vapors, use protective gear such a mask and gloves. Damages such as scratches, paint peeling, and discoloration may occur while removing glue from some surfaces. These damages depend on the surface from which the glue is being removed (on old vehicles only). Rapid Remover is a chemical that is used by the majority of sign companies in order to eliminate adhesive after the removal of vinyl. The process is fairly straightforward; just spray on the glue, wait thirty to sixty seconds, and then scrape it off. After all of the adhesive has been removed, wipe the area with soap and water to ensure that there is no trace of the fast remover left behind. It is possible that stickers may peel off within a short period of time if the surface was not adequately cleansed of any chemical residue.
