What surfaces do your stickers stick to?
Vinyl stickers bond well to any clean, smooth, non-porous surface: glass, painted metal, hard plastics, laptops, powder-coated steel, sealed wood, and stainless tumblers. They do poorly on silicone, oily or waxed surfaces, raw untreated wood, fabric, and anything flexing constantly.
Works reliably
| Surface | Notes |
|---|---|
| Glass and mirrors | Excellent. Clear vinyl looks best here |
| Painted or powder-coated metal | Excellent once cleaned; high-tack for heavy texture |
| Hard plastics (ABS, PC, acrylic) | Excellent |
| Laptops and phone cases | Excellent |
| Stainless steel tumblers | Excellent; hand wash to maximize life |
| Sealed or finished wood | Good |
| Automotive clear coat | Excellent; wait 90 days on fresh paint |
| Corrugated shipping boxes | Good with high-tack |
Needs the right adhesive
- Polypropylene / polyethylene bins and buckets — needs LSE-rated adhesive.
- Textured or hammered powder coat — needs high-tack and firm pressure.
- Cold or damp surfaces — warm and dry them first, or the bond never starts.
Does not work
- Silicone of any kind. Nothing sticks to silicone.
- Waxed, oiled or greasy surfaces until fully degreased.
- Raw, unsealed wood and concrete. Too porous.
- Fabric and leather. Use heat transfer or patches instead.
- Surfaces that flex hard every day, like squeeze bottles at the crease.
The 60-second prep that fixes most problems
- Wipe with 70%+ isopropyl alcohol. Not glass cleaner, not disinfectant wipes.
- Let it dry fully.
- Apply at room temperature, press from the center out.
- Wait 24 to 72 hours before washing or heavy exposure.
If a surface is not on this list, tell us what it is and we will recommend the film and adhesive combination, or tell you honestly that a sticker is the wrong product for it.