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Cold Waterslide Transfers
These are manufactured using a waterslide transfer paper.
Advantages of cold waterslide transfers
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They give a more 'painted on' appearance than other types of cold transfer, making it difficult for them to be peeled off and for dirt to get underneath them. This feature can be improved further by using a peelable covercoat.
They are very versatile in that they can be applied to a wide range of surface types.
Printing and applying cold waterslide transfers
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a) Face up method
Inks are printed either by screen or litho, in positive form.
The whole design is then covered with a layer of clear lacquer.
The transfer is released by immersing in water and is then applied to the surface to be decorated, squeegeeing it down to remove any trances of air and water from underneath.
If using alkyd, epoxy or polyester based inks, decal durability can be improved by stoving the item at temperatures of 120-200°C. (Consult the ink supplier for more precise guidelines.)
b) Face down method
A downcoat is printed and inks are then printed over the downcoat in negative form.
The design is then overprinted with a pressure sensitive adhesive, in register with the outline of the downcoat. A release liner (siliconised paper or film) is then added.
To apply, the release liner is peeled away and the transfers applied face down. The backing paper is moistened with water and removed, leaving the transfer face up on the decorated item.
  
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