Installing a vinyl wrap - cornhole boards
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- čas přidán 28. 04. 2021
- How to install a vinyl wrap on a cornhole board.
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To purchase the wrap I used in the video, follow this link.
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Start with 220 grit with the orbital and then use 220 by hand on the second go around
I use either a high gloss or matte finish water based polycrylic finish on wraps that are not laminated.
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3" foam brush to apply the polycrylic
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I bought a set and I’m going for it! Thanks you made it look easy!
Great video! I've been dreading doing mine, but I'm a lot more confident in putting them on now. Thanks
Really enjoyed the video , Now I feel comfortable in starting my wraps I did get them done but have been very hesitant in doing them didn’t want to mess them up ! Thanks Great Instructional Video
Thanks for the feedback! We are gad this video helped you out
Thank God someone finally put the union on the correct side!
I always put it top left unless the customer specifically requests it otherwise.
Thank you for the instructional video. The company I purchased my wraps from said it wasn’t necessary to put on the acrylic (on the actual board or the wrap). I like how you did in the video and I will be doing it your way which make good sense to me. Thank you again!
I'm glad the video helped! Let know us know if we can make you a custom wrap down the road.
Great tutorial. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for the comment! We appreciate the feedback.
Awesome video! Thanks for the information.
Glad we could help
Great video, thanks for sharing
Blowing off with compressor works better than hand
The paint store has a tack cloth to remove all dust particles. The brush & hand won’t clean all the dust off. FYI
You are correct. I don’t try to get that layer perfect clean. Once you apply the acrylic, it sounds down like glass every time. Thanks for the tip though!!!
I quit using the plastic squeegee. Started using a rubber roller. Zero scratches and can press harder. But I router the hole with a round over bit so it makes it difficult to cut it out clean
This was a great video, very informative! I love your how to do technique! Straight to the point, love it... Do you see any problems with adding a clear coat instead to protect it instead of poly? Clear coat is a great protectant aswell...
Going to add wraps to my cornhole boards. This will come in handy!
What is the spray your using before putting on vinyl? Live in Wisconsin don't want it to come off
last i heard you were finishing my wrap. Is it finished and when will it ship and how so I can be on the lookout it? Thanks
New/update install video on laminated wraps and installing lights coming soon 👀
great video! Do you find the wraps that don't need the heat gun hold up just as well?
Yes! I switched from vinyl that needed heated up to activate. I seldom have any issues with my vinyl.
This was a great tutorial. I have been finishing cornhole boards for less than one year and I am still refining my process. Do you use polycrylic on ALL of your vinyl wrapped boards?
Yes. If the wrap isn't laminated, I apply at least one layer of water based gloss polycrylic to them.
@@bassplayersyx thank you sir. I just bought some of the gloss because of your suggestion. Thanks again.
@@TheJenkinsFam Great! Feel free to send us a message if you have any further questions.
Do you use gloss or semi gloss or satin finish?
Keep up the great videos 7
Thanks
I have the birch plywood, do need to any special prep work before putting a laminate wrap on?
Sand it and seal it with polyurethane or polycyclic first.
What grit are you using after the poly? Too fine and it'd get clogged, too rough and you're leaving rough edges. Process looks solid!
In more humid climate... 320 by hand
How doe this interior finish last in the elements? How well does it stick to the vinyl? I have seen this finish not hold up in exterior environment.
We've been using it for years with no complaints. Now, we also don't recommend leaving boards in the rain or out for long periods of time (days on end). You can definitely use an oil based urethane if you prefer, but the design will yellow/Amber over time.
Question! I ordered some cornhole boards off of Amazon, I was going to lay down wallpaper and then a vinyl decal over the top of that. What is the best process for me to do this and have it durable for outside etc
After you apply the vinyl on top of the wallpaper, seal it up!
I play a lot on TCL sanctioned boards. How do these compare speed wise with one coat of polyurethane? ACL boards have like 6 coats.
Thanks
I can make them as fast as you want. Most of our customers are backyard players looking for fun, so I keep the boards at "fun" speeds for them
Enjoyed the video. I’m all about overkill but I regret using the spray adhesive. I attempted to spray the edges and I guess it came out clumpy. So all of that work sanding and smoothing out the poly was for nothing. I lost a whole wrap due to trying to fix it/smooth it out after I laid the vinyl out. Probably something that helps when you’ve been doing a lot of these
I have since posted a new video that no longer uses the spray adhesive. We have changed to a vinyl that has a much better adhesive
@@Gameondad6 can you post the link of the new video? I can’t find it
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You do very well answering questions. I’ve been getting bubbles in my polyacrylic when it’s dry. How do I stop that from happening on my final coat so I don’t have to keep sanding them out?
Are you using a brush or sponge?
@@Gameondad6 I am using a synthetic brush. This happens with the foam throwaways as well.
I just installed some wraps and put acrylic on them. The acrylic peeled off the next day. How long do you wait to sand after applying 1 coat on the vinyl?
Well, I've never had that happen. Were your wraps laminated?
Hello, I followed your instructions and the boards came out great but two weeks later the wrap started to peel from one of the corners. Any suggestions what I could do at this point.
Sometimes applying some heat and using a squeegee to apply pressure will remedy that
How do you get the polycrylic so smooth? Mine are always streaky. And I use foam brushes.
Just some gentle sanding… a couple times
Can you use this strategy for putting normal stickers on a cornhole board as well or only a vinyl wrap?
Absolutely!
Awesome
Where can I order the different designs of vinyl? Also any marketing suggestions? I also make custom silhouettes and added the words that I make cornhole boards but haven’t gotten a single request/order
Send me a pm on our facebook page, Game On Graphics & Cornhole -
is the vinyl very slick for the bags or about the same as if it were paint?
The vinyl (laminated) gives you a very clean and consistent surface to play on. Painted surfaces will fluctuate more with climate/humidity change. The vinyl plays at a very nice speed.
Great video. The boards I have were given to me painted (Miller Premium Enamel, Alkyd Enamel, white). We are installing vinyl wraps. A few questions: 1) should I sand it off completely or just smooth it out. 2) once smooth, should I apply another coat of the primer/paint or should I apply a coat of the Polycrylic, or ??. 3) Assume everything else with the install is the same from that point, starting with the spray adhesive...
Make sure the surface is smooth. You might throw a coat of white primer on it if the paint is darker (it could show through). A layer of polycrylic won't hurt
What type of water sealer was that one gallon can and what kind of spray was that the adhesive
Water based polycrylic for the sealer.
The spray was a medium duty loctite adhesive contact cement
Hey new follower here love the video what type of printer do you use , if any ? I am new to this so forgive me but was wondering how to create graphics of my choice on to the vinyl and what size ? TIA
My main printer is a 63" CMYK eco solvent printer. All my designing is done is adobe illustrator and Photoshop.
Really nice video. I would like to make my own vinyl. Do you know what and where I can purchase the machines/equipments to do so ? I am living out of the U. S. and it's going to be way too expensive with shipping and customs charges to be trying to buy them from a company in the U. S. for my business. Thanks
I would first check local to you. See if an existing sign shop has a printer for sale. That's how I started. My printer is a 63" ecosolvent CMYK printer. If you find a decent used one, you'll probably get started for $5-10k USD. New, double that.
Rolan, mimaki, and Epson all make great stuff. There are several knock off Chinese printers out there on websites like AliExpress.
Is the squeegee I need one that has felt on one end? Also, is ther another lining step needed if the wrap already has a hole printed on the vinyl where it should be cut? (To ensure it lines up) Thank you for the wonderful and informative video!! :)
I like to use a felt lined squeegee if possible. It allows you to use a bit more pressure and lowers the risk of damage. I have personally scuffed a wrap or two over the years because of a squeegee not being lined.
Yes! If you have a wrap with a hole printed, it does take some extra finesse. Do your best to line up the hole first and then make sure the wrap is square with the board as much as possible.
@@Gameondad6 Thank you so much! I was able to apply the wraps perfectly! They came without a hole printed so I was able to cut like you did. The wraps I received are laminated - can I apply something over these to help ensure they last/corners stay put?
@@adivaonadime if the wraps are laminated, DO NOT apply any thing over them. The laminate is all you need 🙂. I'm glad it all worked out for you 🤙
Nice video. How would you finish a board that is only partially wrapped with just a decal in the center?
Polycrylic. Several layers, sanded in between
Thanks for the great video. I was told to wait 30 days to allow for the sealant to cure before applying the wrap. What are your thoughts regarding that? Thansk
I'm not sure I entirely understand what you're asking with the "sealant". We recommend letting freshly printed wraps rest/air dry for 24 hours before applying them. The water based acrylic we use is dry in literal minutes. I suppose of you used an oil based sealant, it could take quite a bit longer.
@@Gameondad6 I just bought some for hole boards and then bought some wrap. The instructions told me to either let the wood cure for 30 days or to apply sealant like you used and let that cure for 30 days. If I didn’t do that, then the fumes or something like would cause the wrap to lift. Hope that makes sense.
@@johnarchitzel6201 feel free to send us a message on our Facebook account and we can better assist you there
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Very nice tutorial! What type of vinyl are you using? I have a 54" ecosolvent printer and would love to make a set for personal use. :)
We switched to bright line gross vinyl. It’s been great, and cheaper than 3m or similar by a long shot.
@@bassplayersyx lol gross vinyl?? I think I'll pass 🤣
so are the wraps already laminated? and you add another layer of poly? Thanks for the video.
When I made this video, we didn't have the ability to laminate. We do now. If you get wraps that are laminated, you do NOT seal them once they are installed
I've done decals before, but never a wrap. So, at the risk of asking a potentially stupid question, can the wraps be replaced with a different wrap down the road? I thought I read that somewhere, but can't understand how that is possible if you're placing a coat of polycrylic on it.
Yes, a wrap can be replaced. It does require some elbow grease
It seems there are 2 camps out there. Those that say 1 to 2 coats are enough. The other says 5 to 10 coats.
I my self don’t want my boards too slick.
Im ready to apply wraps in a day or two. The back side of the wrap says ORAJET Rapid air. It is laminated. I’m not even sure if using a heat gun is required to apply these.
I’d rather go two coats, sand then be finished.
I’m using semi gloss Spar Urethane. Because it is semi gloss, I hope it doesn’t dull the look of the wrap. It’s made the paint on the sides of the board and the underside look glossy so I guess I can use it with no concerns.
You sound like you have a good game plan... That's also good vinyl!
Any ideas on how to apply the vinyl on rounded corners? I make my boards with round corners vs sharp and always have trouble getting a smooth application without getting any creases. I also tuck my wrap around and under the edge to help avoid the wrap from peeling up
I didn’t have the best luck with wrapping the boards all the way around. My best advice if you prefer to wrap the entire face is to use contact cement on the back side to help the vinyl adhere and stick. As far as the rounded corners, you would likely have to use a heat gun and pull/stretch the vinyl over the corners the best you could. I had custom edge trimmers made to help me keep the wrap cleanly cut around the surface of the boards. Also, as long as you prep the surface properly, you should not have the edges pealing. Feel free to send me a pm on our facebook page for more detailed help
Heat not a lot just light heat until it will stretch without creases
@@treybrown6811 thanks I’ll give it a shot
@@Gameondad6 thanks will do. I sometimes try to tuck the vinyl under the board vs flush cutting it. Just worried if I flush cut it might peel up later on. But I do prep well.
Tucking your wrap on rounded corners IS your problem with creases. To stop the creases, square the corners up
Do you know the difference between laminated and non laminated wraps? If so which one is better?
It's mainly a matter of preference. Installing a wrap with over laminate on it is easier faster, but slightly more expensive. Laminated is also more consistent to play on
Is the wrap that you use (linked in your notes) $65 for a set or just a single wrap? Also, are the ones you used laminated or not?
$65 for a pair. $75 for a pair if you want them laminated (no polycyclic needed to seal them)
@@Gameondad6 TY
That looks like an old Craftsman router table. Much like mine. LOL BTW, does the squeegee come with the decals?
We have several older craftsman power tools! You just can't beat them :). We no longer include a squeegee with the wraps. We ran into issues with availability and quality.
How did you attach plywood to 2×4 frames
Look up a kreg jig. Absolute game changer for Cornhole boards
where is the best place to get the wraps do you make them ?
Yes, we make them all in house. www.gameoncornholeboards.com or hit us up on Facebook
Hey if the vinyl is laminated do you still poly over ? It won’t hurt it right ?
I just the polycyclic almost exclusively right now. I like having control over the speed of the boards. This allows that. If you’re making a lot of boards for people who aren’t picky, you can use laminate.
David. I been doing wraps and boards since covid started . You can do either way . You don’t really need any poly with laminate. But for speed and to allow the bags to slide a little wax helps with that. I personally don’t like putting poly if it’s laminate since you can see the brush marks usually.
@nickc5668 what did you use for wax?
Where do you source the vinyl prints?
We print our own vinyl in house!
Great vid, thanks. About to put my decal on, Don't Tread On Me and American Flag on my board. Going to do a 2A decal next. And remember to...Keep America 2A Strong...
Do you make custom vinyl like names and stuff?
All made in house. Contact for your design
I have been hand painting cornhole boards and coating them with epoxy resin. Can the wraps be coated with epoxy also ?
I have not tried that before, but I don't see why not.
@@Gameondad6 going to try it Thursday, I will let you know how it goes and a pic or two. thanks for the response.
Can you do a tutorial on how to print the Vinyl wrap?
Sure! It's mostly software and designing, but I'll see what I can do.
When I get the 220 grit for the end. It looks like it leaves scratches on the poly. Any idea?
You might step it down to 320. The ultimate goal is that the surface is smooth as butter and has a bit of sheen to it for the vinyl to stick.
@@Gameondad6 that's what I figured. Thank you for getting back to me.
Can and/or should you put a sealer on the wood before you install the wrap
I use polycrylic to give the boards a sheen. It's more for the vinyl to have something to stick to
What type of spray can did you use?
The contact cement is just a simply cant of medium duty contact cement from loctite
Where do you order your Wraps from? Great video thanks
We print out own wraps in house. Feel free to visit our website or our Facebook page to place an order
Can you supply me with links for the edge and hole cutters? TY
www.gameoncornholeboards.com and look for tools
Slighty unrelated, but I was hoping that you crafty ladies/gents might be able to help me or at least point me in the right direction. We are going to be using corn hole boards as our guest book at the wedding this Summer. I wanted something different, and at least this time, whenever we play we will remember the day. ANYWAY, the board is covered with a customized vinyl wrap with our last name on it.
What would be the best to have guests sign with and still be able to seal after (and what would be the best seal that isn't going to degrade when sealer is applied)
I thought black and or metalic sharpies, but wasn't sure how they would hold up under a seal coat. Then I thought OOOO A Paint pen, but then do i do water/oil based?
I'm so confused
Sharpie will be fine. Then use a water based polycrylic to seal it in
I did it wish I could show it!
What type of vinyl printer do you use
We have an older Chinese printer. "Tjet". Epson print head. 63" Ecosolvent
Love the wrap but my ocd kicks in cause the board planks don’t look like there lined up.
Where do you get your arcrilycs made?
I'm not sure I understand your question
@@Gameondad6 sorry I meant where do you get your vinyl wraps from? Do you buy them off a website or make yourself?
So I put the acrylic on top of the vinyl and it has a white haze, how do I get it clear?
I'm not 100% sure what your conditions were when you applied the poly? but it usually happens when there is a higher humidity or rain? it's water based and moisture in the air cam do that. Once dried, not sure it can be removed????
I had a similar issue two weeks ago. I had a can of poly acrylic from over the winter time I used. The humidity made it very tough. You can try to do a light sanding with a relatively high grit and then try putting a thin layer of acrylic down again. Try to pick a day it’s not raining or you have a lot of ground water if you’re in a non climate controlled garage\shop. Also, make sure you’re stirring up that can of acrylic! It has a tendency to settle to the bottom on some brands.
@@Gameondad6 simple fix just added another layer and it cleared up.
I don't see how the finish can properly adhere to the shiny surface of the vinyl. As a professional woodworker & finisher, the poly would need a scuffed surface to bite and adhere. How long does it last before peeling off?
I've never experienced an issue with the acrylic sticking. We've put out 600+ sets over the last 5 years. The vinyl itself is technically porous.
@@Gameondad6 That makes sense then. I've applied epoxy over vinyl decals on Fire Dept tables before so it's probably the same concept except the tables I build don't get used outdoors. How well does it hold up say 3,4,5yrs later? Probably not that big a deal since CH boards only sell for $200-$300 unless they're Luxury CH boards.
Are your wraps Cast Vinyl or Calendared? Awesome design and colors!
We use Oracal calendared
@@Gameondad6 Awesome 👌 👏
@@jayamburn1959 Hey!
@@jayamburn1959 virginia!
were do you get your vinyl wraps from?
We make them in house
@@Gameondad6 what kind of machine do you have to do that and we’re are you located?
@@corytellier1830 63" large format eco solvent printer.
Do you laminate the vinyl before mounting?
I apply polycrylic by hand at the moment. We are working on a laminator.
Would like to see how you made your legs for this game
We use 1x4's. I'll add that to my list of videos to make asap. It's all about figuring out what angle you need
Very nice wher do get your Vinel
We print it all in house
What finish polycrylic do you use, gloss, satin or high gloss?
Matte finish is preferred. It helps reduce that glare and hide defects
Thanks! I was about to ask that question.
What vinyl do you find best to use?
We have landed on arlon 510MTX. It seems to be the best bang for the buck. I've used 3m, arlon, oracal, briteline, and a couple others. 3m is the Cadillac of vinyl for me, but it's big $$$.
@@Gameondad6 what does that run per roll? I have a 54” Roland printer.
@@Gameondad6 also do you have a fb page to follow?
@@malachicustoms5595 Game On Graphics & Cornhole on FB. The vinyl...around $160 a roll. I buy 54" rolls, but my printer is 63"
Your vinyl is so flat and doesn’t roll up. How you you get so flat? And we are having trouble with our vinyl lifting on the edges. How do we stop that?
What kind of vinyl are you using?
What is a source for the wraps??
There is a link in the description 🤙
I learned a lot, thanks. But if I owned it the triangle not lining up with the hole would drive me nuts
You're not wrong. It was off center about 1/8" of an inch. It does happen sometimes.
@@Gameondad6
What is the cost for you to help with the design and print them?? Then ship to me?
Email me at gameoncornhole@gmail.com
I’ve never seen sanding before that didn’t create dust in the air
It definitely does. You need a filtration system to help
How can I buy one ?
Send us a message on our Facebook page or visit our website
@@bassplayersyxlinks?
@@cb3099 www.gameoncornholeboards.com
Or send us a message on our Facebook page, Game On Cornhole Boards
Hey I’m doing my own corn hole board can you Tex me all the things I need I have it built I just need to no what else’s I need to get and all so how much does those scenes cost I want to personalize mine see I’m a dj and I want to put at the bottom a man and woman on each side with turn tables in between the man and women and around the hole I want dj steady
Feel free to reach out to us on our facebook page, Game On Cornhole Boards
22 minute video that could have been a 9 minute one 😵💫
We have a new one coming out in the next few days that is exactly that...a much shorter video. Thanks for your feedback
New video posted
Went on your website and I see many flag wraps that are not displayed / made correctly. When displaying the American flag vertically, the star field should be upper left. Some are correct but the ones that are not should be corrected to show respect. You have a lot of good products, please respect the American flag that's all I am asking...
We offer them by customer preference! You are 100% correct on the orientation of the union. We have some customers that prefer it on the upper right side. You can request either/or during ordering. When we started this, I actually reached out for advice on this from the local PD. If the image isn't a true and standard American flag, the orientation isn't required to be on the upper left.
@@Gameondad6 Thanks so much for the clarification. Wasn't giving you a hard time was just trying to bring it to your attention but it appears the proper research was done ! Kudos to you ! Good luck with all your future endeavors...Have subscribed to your channel. Looking forward to future vids...
Poor sound, can’t really hear what is being said.
We don't have a big studio or camera setup...just my headphones for audio. We are working on it. Thanks for the feedback
Apple AirPods with an LG phone?
Actually, the main angle was shot on my iPad Air (AirPods connected to it). The second angle was shot on my lg v60 (with the dual screen attached)
Don’t let any manufacturer tell you that you HAVE to have their brand to make life work! Lg, Apple, Samsung, and Panasonic are all responsible for my garage lol
Yeah how does that make the board play? Must be slippery as fuck
It's a nice consistent surface actually. They are very playable for the average player.
Good video but I have a bit of a problem with the actual design. The flag is backward (negative side of a print). Only active duty soldiers wear the flag in that position as a statement that they are returning home.
Incorrect. When the US Flag is hung vertically, that is how it should be displayed - with the union in the top left. But, since this is not an ACTUAL flag, it's a non issue.
@@richardmann2960 , Thank you for your correction. It's nice to know others care about how are flag is displayed.
@@davidshelp7116 I by default print this way, as I was taught it is the correct way if the flag is vertical. It is also by customer request. Thanks for showing you care though!
@@bassplayersyx A similar comment was made by Richard Mann, I thanked him for his comment, as I do you, and say thank you for the correction. We're always old enough to learn.
@@davidshelp7116 No problem. It's a relief that not everyone in the world gets offended by a correction. Thanks for taking it in stride. Yes, we all learn things every day as long as we keep an open mind.
don't need too watch you sand
First time making a video like this. If you don’t want to watch it, skip forward a bit my friend :)
Good video if I didn’t have to watch you swallowing your saliva so much. Try getting rid of the cud when doing videos.
Not sure what you mean? I don't make a lot of videos, must just be a nervous thing. Not a "cud" user
@@bassplayersyx MY APOLOGIES . I am sure it is nervous making a video when just getting started. Sorry for being so rude.