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"Sid Wood"

25/08/2003 7:52 PM

Iron-on graphics?

I am building a lectern for a friend. Nothing special in the construction or
materials, but I wanted to apply a large graphic to the front (an enlarged
logo). After weighing my artistic (non)capabilities, I decided to try an
iron-on transfer.

I printed the enlarged graphic onto iron-on transfer paper, then trimmed
excess paper as closely as possible to the edge of the graphic. I then
applied the transfer using as much heat and pressure as I could (the
instructions are for application to clothe; i.e.; T-shirts) but did not peel
off the backing. When cool, I stained the entire piece, being careful not to
brush into the exposed edge of the transfer paper, then peeled the backing
while the stain was still wet. After appropriate drying time, two coats of
clear varathane sealed the stain and the iron-on graphics. Really turned out
much better than I expected.

Thanks,
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Sid Wood



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JJ

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in reply to "Sid Wood" on 25/08/2003 7:52 PM

25/08/2003 5:17 PM

Mon, Aug 25, 2003, 7:52pm (EDT+4) [email protected] (Sid=A0Wood) says:
I am building a lectern <snip> I wanted to apply a large graphic <snip>
I printed the enlarged graphic onto iron-on transfer paper, <snip>
Really turned out much better than I expected.

When I do something like that, I just glue the paper on - Titebond
II. Works great.


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jJ

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in reply to "Sid Wood" on 25/08/2003 7:52 PM

25/08/2003 9:33 PM

Sid,
Good going. Next time try this. Get a lazer print (copy) on to vellum
material. Apply a coat of polyurethane and put the vellum right on top while it
is wet and then apply another coat of poly right then. You will see the vellum
disappear before your eyes. Then let dry and continue the finish as you would
otherwise.


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