VINYL  |  For the graphic artist

DIFFICULTY: Medium
DURABILITY: High
COST: Around $11 per square foot

SUPPLIES:
Blank snowboard
Adobe Illustrator
Vinyl printer/cutter
Razor blade
Flat object for smoothing

STEP 1:

Create a vector image using Adobe Illustrator. (This layer will be the printed image)

Print layer on vector image

STEP 2:

Copy and paste the image onto a second layer and convert it to "lines". This layer will designate where the cuts will be made.

* If you have any overlapping shapes, you will need to adjust your lines for proper cutting.

Create new layer on vector image Cut layer on vector image

STEP 3:

Find a print shop that has a vinyl printer/cutter and give them your file for printing.

STEP 4:

Use a cleaning solution to remove any dirt or other residue from the top of the board.

STEP 5:

Remove backing from the vinyl.

Remove backing from vinyl

STEP 6:

Apply vinyl to the board, moving from one end to the other.

Apply vinyl to Blank Snowboard

STEP 7:

Use a flat object to smooth out any bubbles as you go.

Smooth vinyl with flat object

STEP 8:

Remove top adhesive layer from the vinyl.

Remove top layer from vinyl

FINISHED PRODUCT

Finished Blank Snowboard