Printed vinyl is basically what it sounds like, inks are used to print a design onto clear or white vinyl and because of that, printed vinyl can produce a decal that has many multiple colors. Cut vinyl decals are die-cut from pre-colored rolls of vinyl and because of that you are limited by color selection.

Accepted ink type and printers for inkjet printer vinyl vary widely. The most commonly accepted printer brands for inkjet printable vinyl are HP, Epsom, Canon and Brother. As long as the ink is pigmented or dye based (Not eco-solvent) then your printer will accept the printable vinyl flawlessly.

Inkjet vinyl, often referred to as Inkjet Sticker Papers are synthetic man-made material which has an adhesive backing. It means that any Epson, HP, Canon, Kodak as well as other makes of Inkjet printer ARE perfectly suitable using any standard inkjet inks, dye based or pigmented.

• Online Labels Sticker Paper for Inkjet or Laser Printer.
• 9527 Product 100 Sheets Sticker Labels.
• Milcoast Full Sheet 8.5″ x 11″ Shipping Sticker Paper.
• RBHK Paper for Planner Stickers.
• TownStix Matte White Glossy Sticker Paper.
• Limia’s Care Printable Vinyl Sticker Paper for Inkjet Printer.

Some adhesive vinyl is meant for permanent, outdoor application and some is designed to be removable for indoor application. Most permanent vinyl has a glossy finish, but not all (Oracal 641 is a matte vinyl with a permanent adhesive). Permanent vinyl can be removed, but it may do damage to walls, paint, etc.

You want to cut on permanent adhesive outdoor vinyl like Oracle 651. This vinyl can withstand washing (by hand). It has a stronger adhesive on the back to give it a better stick which is ideal for smaller designs. I’d recommend either a pack of Oracal 651 vinyl from Amazon or Swing Design – but check the prices!

Tip: to make sure your vinyl is level on a glass you can fill it with some water and set it on a level surface. To adhere vinyl on a rounded surface cut the transfer tape close to the design, in-between every 3rd letter cut 1/4 inch to allow some flexibility, I find pressing the middle first helps.

Make sure the surface is completely dry and untouched before you try to put your vinyl on. Still having trouble? If you have cleaned your surface well with rubbing alcohol but your vinyl is still not sticking, try leaving the transfer tape on the vinyl for a bit after applying it onto the surface.

It has an adhesive backing and works well on tumblers, glass, ceramic and paper. Your Cricut or other machine can cut designs for you to make custom items.It has an adhesive backing and works well on tumblers, glass, ceramic and paper. Your Cricut or other machine can cut designs for you to make custom items.

We have concluded that HTV can be applied to any material that can withstand the heat. Glass is an excellent conductor of heat (think of a glass baking dish). When applying heat to glass, it will get hot and stay hot.