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GENERAL INFORMATION

Uppercase Living Expressions come in

three layers:

1 Top Layer = Transfer Tape

This is the slightly transparent masking

tape-like layer that is placed over the top

of the decorative expression. You should

be able to see your expression through

this layer.

2 Middle Layer = Decorative Expression

This is the actual lettering or design that

will remain on the wall when application

is complete. This layer will also contain

four identical triangles, called leveling

arrows, one on each side of your expression.

These arrows are used for leveling your

expressions and should be removed once

application is complete. For instructions

on using these arrows, refer to the Tips &

Tricks section of this pamphlet.

3 Bottom Layer = Backing Paper

This is the thick paper that the decorative

expression or design is positioned on. This

paper will have a grid or Uppercase Livinglogo printed on it.

There are four types of UppercaseLiving Expressions:

1 Standard(most common)

A single design that comes in one of

Uppercase Livings standard colors.

Standard expressions can be applied

to most surfaces in your home.

2 Two-Part

A Two-Part Expression is one design,

separated into two different layers thatare applied on top of each other.

3 Etched Glass

Etched Glass features a stronger adhesive

than Uppercase Livings standard colors

and is specically intended for non-porous

surfaces (glass, acrylic, ceramic). Etched

Glass is not recommended for painted,

stained, or nished surfaces.

4 Premium Bond

Premium Bond is specically designed for

outdoor applications, such as car windows,

store fronts, mailboxes, etc. It features two

colors: Glossy White and Black Patent.

PREPARATION & PLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS TWO-PART EXPRESSIONS

STANDARD APPLICATION METHODS (MOST COMMON)

Preparing your surface:

For most applications, make sure your surface

is clean, dry, and free of residue. If using the

Wet Application Technique(required for Etched

Glass), spray your surface with Uppercase

Livings Mistick Wet Application Solution

(recommended) or with just plain water, and

wipe clean.

Preparing your expression:

Lay your expression down on a at surface and

using your UL Transfer Tool or a credit card,

rmly rub both sides of your expression.

Placement of your expression:

After your surface and expression are prepared,

place your expression (with the transfer tape and

backing paper still on) in the location where it

will be applied. After your expression is placed

exactly where you want it, use a pencil (or

dry-erase marker if working on glass, acrylic, or

ceramic) and create guideline marks at the corners,

top, and bottom of your expression. (For tips on

leveling your expression, see the Tips & Tricks

section at the end of this pamphlet.)

Each layer of your Two-Part Expression will have

two identical diamond-shaped pieces on the design.

These pieces, called registration marks, are added

to ensure a more successful application. Simply

apply the rst part of your expression as usual

(using your chosen application method as outlined

in this pamphlet), and include the registration

marks as if part of the design. Then, as you apply

the second part of the expression, line up the

second set of registration marks directly on top of

the rst set of registration marks and apply. Onceyou have both parts of the expression applied,

remove both sets of the registration marks for a

beautifully layered Two-Part design.

The following application methods are

recommended for expressions in any standard

color(excluding Etched Glass). Choose from the

Hinge or Direct Method according to your personal

preference. If you are applying a standard Two-Part

Expression, or an expression larger than 24" x 24",

the Direct Method is recommended.

Hinge Method

1 After your surface and expression areprepared and you have made your

guideline marks, place your expression on

your surface with the transfer tape and

backing paper still on, and apply small

pieces of painters tape every six inches

along the top edge. These pieces of tape

act as hinges for your expression.

2 Using your newly created hinge, ip your

expression up completely and slowly peel

the backing paper away from the transfer

tape at an angle, taking care not to touch

the adhesive on the expression itself. Your

expression should adhere to the stickytransfer tape, leaving the backing paper

blank. If any part of your expression does

not adhere to the transfer tape, lay the

backing paper back down and rmly rub

your expression again with your transfer

tool. Then, completely remove and discard

the backing paper. Your expression should

still be ipped up at this point.

3 Carefully lay your expression back

down into position, and smooth out

onto your surface.

4 Using a UL Transfer Tool or credit card,

rmly rub the entire expression, giving

special attention to the edges of each letter

or graphic in your expression.

5 Slowly peel the transfer tape from the wall

at a 45 degree angle and discard. If any

part of the expression does not adhere to

the surface, lay the transfer tape back down

and rmly rub your expression again with

your transfer tool.

6 Remove the vinyl leveling arrows from your

surface and erase your guideline marks.

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STANDARD APPLICATION METHODS (CONT.) SPECIALIZED APPLICATION METHOD

TIPS & TRICKS

Direct Method

For expressions larger than 24" x 24", we

strongly recommend using two people to apply

your expression.

1 After your surface and expression are

prepared, and you have made your

guideline marks, lay your expression face

down on a at surface, and slowly remove

the backing paper at an angle starting

from one corner. Your expression should

adhere to the sticky transfer tape, leaving

the backing paper blank. If any part of your

expression does not adhere to the transfer

tape, lay the backing paper back down and

rmly rub your expression again with your

transfer tool. Then, completely remove and

discard the backing paper.

2 Gently apply the top corners of your

expression to your surface according to the

guideline marks previously made, taking

care not to let any part of your expression

touch the surface or fold over onto itself.

Carefully smooth your expression onto

your surface working from top to bottom.

For large expressions, one person should

apply the top corners and smooth from top

to bottom while the other person holds the

bottom of the expression away from the

surface until the entire expression is applied.

3 Using a UL Transfer Tool or credit card,

rmly rub your entire expression, giving

special attention to the edges of each letter

or graphic in your expression.

4 Slowly peel the transfer tape from the wall

at a 45 degree angle and discard. If any part

of the expression does not adhere to the

surface, lay the transfer tape back down and

rmly rub your expression again with your

transfer tool.

5 Remove the vinyl leveling arrows from your

surface and erase your guideline marks.

Leveling your Expression (recommended for mostword-based expressions):

1. Locate the identical arrows on the let/right sideso your expression. Using a ruler or straight edge,

draw a line on the transer tape rom the point othe let arrow to the point o the right arrow. Thisline will be level with your expression.

2. Place your expression on your wall (with transfertape and backing paper still on) and using a level standard or laser adjust your expression until theline rom your right/let arrows is level.

3. Proceed to make your guideline marks. I you donot have a level, use the ollowing method:

Drawthelinebetweenright/leftarrowsasinstructed above.

Measurethewidthofyourexpression.

Measurefromtheoortoyourdesiredlocationonyourwallandmarkyourwall

wheretheleftedgeofyourexpressionwillbe.

Thenusingthesamemeasurementfromthe

oor,markyourwallwheretherightedgeofyourexpressionwillbe,ensuringthatthetwo marks are the same distance apart as thewidthofyourexpression.

Usingthelevellineyoucreatedinstep1,placetheedgesofthislineonthemarksyouhavemadeonyourwall.Yourexpression

shouldnowbelevel,andyoucanproceedtomakeyourguidelinemarks.

Removing Transfer Tape: I you are having dicultygetting your expression to release rom the transertape, moisten a sponge and use it to dampen

the back o the tape. This will help the expressionrelease rom the tape. As you remove the transertape, press the expression on the wall with yourthumb or a dry cloth. Be sure not to touch the sticky

side o the expression with your ngers as the oilrom your ngers may prevent the adhesive rombonding to the surace.

Uneven Surfaces (e.g.,beadboard): When applying

expressions to an uneven surace, make sure yousmooth the expression by starting at one end andslowly moving to the other. You may need to lit upone end o the expression so it does not adhere tothe surace beore you can apply the expression into

the grooves. Take special care to rub the expressioninto the ridges o the surace. When removing thetranser tape, pull the tape o in the direction o thegrooves or lines. Pulling against these grooves may

pull up the expression.

Smooth Surfaces (e.g.,glass,metal,mirror): Whenapplying an expression to any glass or metal surace,please note that expressions tend to adhere to thesetypes o suraces quickly. Using a Wet Application

Method eliminates the problem o having an

expression inadvertently touch your surace andthereore making it unable to remove withoutdamaging your expression. In addition to using a

Wet Application, you may want to remove any

Wet Application Method

A wet application method is required when

applying Etched Glass, but is also ideal for

applying any expression to non-porous surfaces

(i.e., glass, ceramic, or acrylic).

1 After your surface and expression are

prepared, and you have made your

guideline marks, lay your expression face

down on a at surface, and slowly remove

the backing paper at an angle starting

from one corner. Your expression should

adhere to the sticky transfer tape, leaving

the backing paper blank. If any part of the

expression does not adhere to the transfer

tape, lay the backing paper back down and

rmly rub your expression again with your

transfer tool. Then, completely remove and

discard the backing paper.

2 Spray your surface evenly with Mistick Wet

Application Solution or plain water.

(If you desire extra movability, you can also

lightly spray your expression with the wet

application solution or water.)

Note: DO NOT spray your expression with the

backing paper still on. Remove the backing

paper rst, and then spray the sticky side of

your expression while still on the transfer tape.

3 Carefully press your expression onto

your surface starting on one side of your

expression and smoothing it gently as you

move across. (If you have used Mistick Wet

Application Solution, you should be able

to move your expression around slightly to

ensure it is positioned exactly where you

want it, if you have used water, you wont

have the same movability).

4 Using your UL Transfer Tool or credit card

as a squeegee, rmly rub your expression

to remove the excess application solution

from underneath and pat dry with a plain

white paper towel. This step also works to

alleviate air bubbles.

5 If using Mistick Wet Application Solution,

wait 35 minutes and then remove thetransfer tape from your expression. If using

plain water, depending on the surface, you

may have to wait 3060 minutes or more

before removing transfer tape. In either

scenario, if your expression is not adhering

to your surface, lay the transfer tape back

down, burnish your expression again, and

wait another 23 minutes before trying again.

6 After successfully removing your transfer

tape, pat your expression dry with a plain

white paper towel.

Etched Glass RemovalBecause Etched Glass has a stronger adhesive,it may be more difcult to remove than standard

vinyl. The easiest way to remove Etched Glass is

to warm the expression with a blow dryer for 30

seconds before removing. This will loosen the

bond between the adhesive and your surface,

allowing easier removal. If a sticky residue

remains after removing your expression, try

using a very mild adhesive remover and razor

blade, but be sure to follow the manufacturers

instructions to avoid damage to your surface.

excess paper by cutting around the expression,or cut the expression into parts to makepositioning easier.

Curved Surfaces: When applying expressions to

curved suraces, remove any excess paper by cuttingaround the expression. With the backing paper stillon, place the expression on the curved surace andmark the areas where the expression resists lying fat.

Make relie slits along the paper so the expressioneasily wraps around the surace (be sure not to cutthe expression). Slowly apply the expression by

starting at one end and moving to the other, makingsure the expression lies fat. Smooth the expressiononto the surace and then remove the transer tape.

Textured Walls: Uppercase Living expressions maynot adhere well to heavily textured walls. I you have

determined that your wall is capable o holding anexpression, we recommend the ollowing tips:

Use a cloth or your thumb to press theexpression into the grooves o thetextured wall.

If your expression is not transferring from thetape to the wall, dampen a sponge and applyit to the back o the tape to moisten it. This

will help the tape release rom the wall and

the expression more easily.