Once you found the perfect fish decal, you will want to either ask someone to apply it for you who is familiar with applying vinyl adhesives, or you will want to learn about a few simple steps you can take to ensure that your decal looks great! Taking your time through this process will ensure that your fish decal will last for many seasons to come.

Before applying any type of vinyl, it's important to prepare your work area. A clean garage or indoor workshop is best so that the area will be free of dirt or dust. After you have chosen the area where you would like to apply your fish decal, it will need to be cleaned. You can use warm, soapy water or your favourite glass and window cleaning solution. Clean the area where the decal is to be applied plus a small border around the area to ensure that there is no debris that will get in the way. If you use an alcohol based cleaning product, make sure to leave time for it to evaporate completely before proceeding.

The next step is to make sure that the surface you have chosen is at the right temperature, between 60 to 80 degrees. A surface that is too hot or too cold will not allow the fish decals to adhere well. If the surface feels too cold to the touch, an easy solution is to use a hand held hair dryer to gently warm the surface. However, if you are applying the decal to a boat surface, make sure not to overheat the area, which could cause damage to the area.

If you choose very large fish decals, you can apply it in the same way as you would a small decal, but if the design allows for it, you may choose to cut it into smaller, more manageable sections. Each section can then be applied as an individual decal.