iimagine vinyl permanent vinyl for cricut, 72 pack permanent adhesive vinyl sheets (12”x 12”) for cricut, silhouette cameo and any craft machine cutter iimagine vinyl <b>best surfaces</b><p>you can apply iimagine vinyl to any dry, smooth surface that has been properly prepared. a few popular choices include:<br></p><p> walls<br></p><p> wood (when sanded smooth)</p><p> glass</p><p> porcelain</p><p> plastic</p><p> metal</p><p><br></p><p>while versatile, rough or porous surfaces <strong>do not</strong> accept adhesive vinyl. they include:<br></p><p> cement<br></p><p> brick</p><p> stucco</p><p> leather</p><p> fabrics</p><p><br></p><b>prepping the surface</b><p><br></p><b>sanding</b><p>you will need to sand down the wood until it is completely smooth. use a 150 grit sandpaper and then finely sand it with 220 grit. avoid applying vinyl to any surface with large imperfections, like wood with large, rough knots.</p><p><br></p><b>cleaning</b><p>wipe any dust off the surface, and wash the item if you can, even if it just means wiping it down with a damp cloth. clean the surface with a combination of vinegar and water, an ammonia-based cleaner, or isopropyl alcohol to ensure all oils are removed.</p><p><br></p><b>drying</b><p>ensure the surface is completely dry before applying the vinyl. if necessary, leave the surface to air dry for a few hours to make sure all moisture is gone.</p><p><br></p><b>frequently asked questions</b><p><br></p><b>what finishes are available?</b><p>iimagine vinyl has three finishes available: matte, glossy, and metallic.</p><b>can vinyl go through the dishwasher?</b><p>yes, the vinyl has been tested through 10 high-temp dishwasher cycles, back-to-back. it’s also safe to hand wash with hot soapy water.</p><b>can this vinyl be used for iron-on designs?</b><p>no, you are looking for heat transfer vinyl (htv)</p><b>what surfaces can i put vinyl on?</b><p>any smooth, dry surface that has been properly prepared (see above for how to properly prepare the surface)</p><b>can i print on vinyl?</b><p>no, you are looking for printable vinyl.</p>