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The W+CMYK decals use a UV-cure ink that is transferred onto the decal paper.

White + CMYK?! That's right, white is a printable with Full color CMYK with the W+CMYK decals. This is invaluable for most decal artists since you can print full color right over the white ink. Colors laid over white are more vivid and allow the decal to look great when applied to anything, regardless of the object's color, even black.

No Metallic colors. UV-cure ink goes down a little thicker than ALPS ink or Toner on waterslide decal paper.
Special artwork setup is also required, see below.

Custom printed Waterslide decals for model railroad, model building, automobiles, trains, airplanes, helicopters, cars, boats, vehicles, ships, railroads, rockets, slot cars, bicycles, motorcycles, restorations, nails, guitars, company logos.

You must have Ready to Run artwork created to our file specifications in order for us to print custom decals. (see below)

We do not reproduce copyrighted or trademark material without written permission. No exceptions!
Just because a logo is old doesn't mean the owner relinquishes their trademark.
All logos, names, and artwork from movies, TV, games, toys, sports teams, automobile logos, and brand logos are copyrighted or trademark material examples.
We require written permission from the copyrighted or trademark material owner. Suspect material is also required to show permission for reproduction.

Application Instructions

8" x 10" Image Area

White + Full color (CMYK)

White, Black, Magenta*, Process Yellow*, Cyan*

Single Color= Single ink color that doesn't overlap or touch any other ink color.

Overlay Color= Two ink colors that are overlapping or touching another.

Kadee® decal thickness should be about 0.0003 in. or 3 ten-thousandths thick once applied.

The W+CMYK printer is not a "traditional" printer.

W+CMYK Custom Decal File Preparation
Requirements for Ready to Run Artwork.

Note: The W+CMYK Printer only prints the colors the RIP sees. The RIP will interpret the artwork and halftone screen the colors. Ink colors can be set manually during our decal output process.

We only accept PDF, eps, al, file formats with font's converted to outlines. If your file is not in one of these formats, then you will need to use some other software that can save to one of these file formats.

Note: All fonts must be converted to outlines & files must be set up to file specs as described below; otherwise, we will not accept the file (Embedding fonts is not acceptable). If converting to pdf file using a pdf converter. Single color decals only, NO EMBEDDED OR PLACED IMAGES your artworks color value must be C - 100%, M - 100%, Y - 100%, K - 100% = black. Additional preparation fees will apply for converted pdf files, to C - 100%, M - 100%, Y - 100%, K - 100% = black (at our hourly rate). Anything to be printed White will need the color value set to 1% Yellow so we can manually set the color value in the RIP.

(Best Quality) Vector Graphics Artwork: 8" x 10" Image Area Multiple or Single color decals. Artwork created from Adobe Illustrator or Corel Draw software saved as (eps, al). NO EMBEDDED OR PLACED IMAGES.

Multiple Color Decals: Each color needs to be on its own layer (layer named the print color) and trapped between layers as necessary, with artwork in In CMYK Color Mode & set to CMYK format and "C - 100%, M - 100%, Y - 100%, K - 100% = black" set as the artworks color values for each layer. White Ink will need the color value set to 1% Yellow so we can manuly set the color value in the RIP. A full-color composite layer must also be included in the file named (proof). A maximum of 2 layers can be overlaid in trapped artwork.

Note: You need to make sure you check your Color Mode. It should be in CMYK Mode. Before submitting them, make sure the file colors are "C - 100%, M - 100%, Y - 100%, K - 100% = black". If using color swatches, set your color swatch up before you start your artwork. It should be C - 100%, M - 100%, Y - 100%, K - 100%, CMYK Color Mode, Spot Color & Global. Test color swatch settings before starting artwork. You should be able to change the color values of the swatch, which will automatically change values in the artwork. If the artwork color doesn't change when the swatch values are changed, your swatch color is not setup correctly. By setting up a correct color swatch, you will be able to proof your artwork color values and make color changes without having to select each artwork element and change color values manually. Saving to different file formats or even saving to a different version of software may reset your color values to something other than the required color values. This may be a trial-and-error process until you figure out your file options so that your software keeps the correct color values intact. Double check your files color values, trapping, & layers before submitting your files! Ink color is set manually during decal output. Additional setup fees will apply if files are submitted incorrectly.
Sample Vector Artwork Adobe Illustrator File

Note: Bitmap color mode Artwork will print Saw-Toothed on the edges. The higher the resolution of the file you submit and the cleaner-edged the artwork, the better quality it will print. You can proof your decal quality by viewing your artwork in bitmap color mode, 600 dpi, at 100% size, and looking at your edges. Every rough spot (saw-tooth) you see on your artwork proof will print when the decal is printed.

Decals are printed on clear water slide decal paper.

W+CMYK Custom Decals Terms & Conditions
You are responsible for the quality of original artwork reproduction, color setup, color separations in spot color, color trapping, turning all fonts to outlines, artwork margins & file setup. All multiple-color run decal artwork files must be setup with each color on its layer. We accept artwork in EPS or AI form (vector graphics produce the best results) and TIFF or JPG form (bitmap images are not recommended). We reserve the right to review decal artwork.

Vintage Artwork, Reproductions, Copyright, & Trademarks

You are responsible for all Copyright, & Trademark conformance's.
You need written permission for all Vintage Artwork, Reproduction Artwork, and Copyrighted or Trademarked material, even when it is for personal use.
You must read the copyrighted materials owners' legal notices for their copyright & trademark policies. You are responsible for researching the copyright & trademark information and bringing adequate permission forward when you present the artwork, otherwise, your artwork will be denied. Just because a company may not exist today, someone still can own the Copyright or Trademark rights. You have to prove that no one does and/or get permission for reproduction.
You are paying someone to reproduce the Vintage Artwork, Reproduction Artwork, Copyrighted or Trademark material and not reproducing it yourself. Without written permission, we do not reproduce Vintage Artwork, Reproduction Artwork, Copyrighted or Trademark material. No exceptions.

We don't guarantee the visibility of white ink to the light blue decal substrate, ink color, ink seam overlap visibility, multiple pass registration, color trapping, or printed results from customer files. Decals are usually run within 2-3 business days. Extra fees may apply. Prices are subject to change without notice. + shipping & handling charges.

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