Can I print decals with inkjet printer?

Papillo has a paper that can be used for bumper stickers. I think it's vinyl, but I can't remember. It's very expensive though.

javyy75 said:

Hi I have an epson 1430 with pigment ink and a roland gx-24 vinyl cutter that I got for heat transfers. Can I use this set up to print and cut decals for vehicles and signs? If yes where can I get the materials? Thank you.

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You definitely need to get UV protection on that film. They recommend a spray and sheet application. Decals printed on inkjet printers will not last anytime outside without uv protection.
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I bought a few sheets of it and the spray to coat it with afterwards. I still haven't used it so I don't know how hard it is to use or how long it holds up. One of these days I will get around to it.

I printed a few colorful decals in October with my Epson and Papillo. They've been on a car window. I used Tree House Studio Clear Acrylic Gloss coating from Hobby Lobby ($5.99). The Clear Acrylic Gloss doesn't advertise UV protection; it just promises to waterproof and not to yellow. Admittedly, we don't get much rain here, but we sure get punishing sunshine!

The decals still look brand new.

I'm trying to figure out what papillo is, when I type it in google I get a bunch of random stuff. where do the sell it. Thank you.

www.papilio.com

I have used their paper, great quality.

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You just need media designed for pigment ink printers. Here are a few more suggestions:
Ivivid MV InkJet Matte Photo Water Resistant Media PSA Backing
Jexar Water-Fast 6 Mil Matte White Calendered Vinyl Printable Vinyl
DMVLA5 5 Mil Calendered Matte White Vinyl Printable Vinyl

Either the spray on for protection that others have mentioned or use a clear overlaminate to protect the material from UV and water.