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What Are Rear Window Graphics?

What Are Rear Window Graphics?

Rear window graphics (also known as perforated car window decals) are specialized decals designed for the use on the rear and side windows of your vehicle. These decals are made using perforated vinyl, meaning that tiny holes called micro punctures are punctured into 50% of the material. This allows the design on the decal to be visible from the outside and see-through from the inside. Using rear window graphics is a great way to advertise your business or show off a custom design while still maintaining clear visibility when looking out your vehicle’s windows.

Custom rear window graphics are commonly used to cover the entire rear or side windows on cars, trucks, jeeps, vans, commercial vehicles, semi trucks, and any other type of vehicle that has windows.


Rear Window Graphic Features

Free Premium Protective Laminate to Preserve Graphics
Free Premium Protective Laminate to Preserve Graphics
  • No extra cost
  • Helps maintain image quality
  • Blocks harmful UV rays
  • Repels water
  • Prevents dirt and grime from getting into perforated holes

One-Way Vision

Using rear window graphics and signs is one of the most effective and safe ways to advertise your products, services, or business on your vehicle. When using other decals, they tend to obstruct vision and can even lead to unsafe driving. Rear window graphics allow you to display large messages and still maintain full visibility of your surroundings.


Additional Specs

  • Weight

    .09lbs per square foot (about the weight of 9 quarters)

  • Thickness

    .017" (about the thickness of 4 sheets of copy paper)

  • Perforation Size

    .060" (1.5mm)

  • Details

    Perforated, long lasting, privacy, removable

  • Uses

    Indoor/Outdoor. Vehicle windows, business advertising, custom designs

  • Print Method

    Four color process, eco-friendly, weather, fade and abrasion resistant UV ink

  • Estimated Lifespan

    3+ years with proper placement and care


Selecting the Best Size and Design for Your Perforated Car Decal

1. When measuring the size of your car or truck window, be sure to measure the largest width and height to ensure that your sign will cover all areas of the window.
2. Order your graphic 2” wider and higher than the length of your window. This allows room for trimming and will ensure that you order a size large enough to cover the entire window. For example, if your window is 50” x 20” order a decal that is 52” x 22”.
3. When designing your custom rear window graphic, place your design/image/graphic in the center of the decal to make sure it will not be affected by trimming.
4. In order to maximize the visibility of your decal, be sure to use as much contrast as possible between the background color and your design. For example, if you use a light background with a light design or lettering it may be difficult for others to see. Or if your decal is very dark and is placed on any sort of tinted window it may appear washed out. Thus, design and intended surfaces should be considered when creating your graphic.

Simple Installation with No Professional Help Required

Installing your rear window graphic is a simple and straightforward process that does not require any professional help. A set of instructions will be included with your order to assist you. You may also view the installation instructions below or download the installation instructions PDF just below the instructions.

Please Note: This is not a decal meant for wet install, so please do not use any water on the decal or window when installing.

Clean your car window, removing all dirt and grime from the surface. Allow the window to fully air dry before proceeding.

Lay out your decal on your vehicle’s window with the backing still on and make sure it is aligned properly and that you’ve ordered the correct size.

Pull the decal away from the window and remove the backing, exposing the black adhesive side of the decal. If the backing appears to be tearing when removing it, this may be because you are not removing all layers of the backing. When removing the backing, you should be able to see the back of the graphic, which is black.

Place the graphic back onto your vehicle’s window, making sure it is aligned with the markings made previously. Begin to apply to the window, using a squeegee* or flat edge. Start from the center of the graphic and work your way towards the outer corners.

*Available for purchase with your rear window decal

Once you have applied the entire decal to your window, remove the excess material around the edges using a razor blade. Be sure to use caution when doing this to avoid damaging your vehicle’s window or paint.

Download or Print Rear Window Graphic Installation Instructions PDF


Care

Care

Perforated car decals are safe for manual car washes and will stand up to most exterior elements. Avoid automated/automatic car washes and power washers when washing your car. To extend the life of your decals, avoid parking in direct sunlight for extremely long periods of time. Remove dirt and other buildup regularly with a damp, non-abrasive cloth to keep adhesive strong.


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Additional Car and Vehicle Decals

We offer several different vehicle decal types to ensure you are able to get the decal that best meets your needs. Create a consistent look and make your vehicle stand out by incorporating several different types of decals on your car or truck.

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August 25, 2022 by Charles ( NC )
“Very happy with the window decal. First order I got with laminate and didn’t like the glossy look. I reordered without laminate and looks great.”
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Great value July 29, 2022 by Guest ( OR )
“The quality, print and price of the product is great. I am also very happy with the time frame between ordering and receiving the product. This was the first time trying this type of product on my vehicle and am very happy with it. I have already ordered additional prints to fill to add to my vehicle.”


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Q:
What if my decal has more than 2 colors? Will it cost more?
Asked a year ago by Signs
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We print all of our decals (and signs for that matter!) in full color. So unlike other sign shops or printing houses that may charge differently based on the number of colors, we don’t. Regardless of the number of colors or how detailed your design might be it will not make your decal more expensive. We even offer free design services if you need design help.

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What dimensions should I use for a window that isn’t a perfect rectangle or square?
Asked a year ago by Signs
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The safest way to make sure your decal covers the entire window is to make your decal the largest width and the largest height of your window. Please make sure to measure the top and bottom width of the window as well as the left, center and right height of the window. This will allow us to print a sign that covers your entire window. You can then trim the excess of the decal after installing it on your window.
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Will the angle of my window affect the visibility through my perforated decal?
Asked a year ago by Signs
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Yes. If your window is perpendicular to the ground, you should have no issue seeing through the perforated decal. However, if the window is at a steep angle, you may have trouble seeing through the perforated decal. The ‘steeper’ the window, the more difficult it will be to see through the decal.

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Will my perforated decal damage or ruin my window or vehicle in any way?
Asked a year ago by Signs
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No. Assuming there is no damage done during installation or removal (misuse of a sharp edge or razor) then the actual decal itself will not damage the window in any way.
Q:
What are perforated car decals typically used for?
Asked a year ago by Signs
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As noted above the most common use of a perforated decal is on the rear window of a car or vehicle. These are commonly used to advertise businesses. The most common businesses using perforated car decals are catering companies, tradesmen such as plumbers, electricians, contractors, landscapers, etc., home based businesses and companies that have a fleet of vehicles. Likewise public transportation such as buses, taxis, and others often use perforated decals as a way to advertise yet not impede visibility of the drivers.
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Can I place my decal on the inside of my car window and have it be visible to those outside?
Asked a year ago by Signs
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No. Due to the nature of the material itself a reverse print and inside placement is not possible. Perforated car decals must be placed on the outside of the window.
Q:
Can the perforated decal be used only on a glass surface such as a window?
Asked a year ago by Signs
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No. Technically speaking the decal can be placed on any nonporous and smooth surface. Nonetheless, the main reason for buying a perforated decal is due to the one-way visibility it offers. Thus, using it on a solid surface such as a wall will negate the primary advantage of the sign. So in almost all cases the perforated decal is used on a glass surface like a car window.
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Will the micropunctures get clogged up and decrease the transparency over time?
Asked a year ago by Signs
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All perforated car decals come with a protective laminate overlay on top at no additional cost for this very reason. This thin laminate layer will not impact the visual aspect of your sign but will prevent dust, grime and dirt from getting into the micropunctures. Thus, the transparency on day one will be the same as it will be after months or years of use.
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Does my decal have a backing? How do I remove it?
Asked a year ago by Signs
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Yes, your decal comes with an adhesive side that is protected by a backing when originally shipped. Removing it is much like peeling a sticker away from a sticker sheet. The easiest way to do so is to start in a corner to get it started. Once started gently peel away the backing to expose the adhesive side of the decal.

If the very thin backing is hard to find or remove then a piece of scotch tape can be used to help peel away the backing. Simply put the piece of scotch tape on corner of the backing with part of it sticking off the edge of the sign. Then use the piece of tape like a tab and pull the backing away.

Please be sure to remove the backing slowly and carefully so that you don’t unintentionally leave part of the backing on the sign.

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How do I install my perforated window decal?
Asked a year ago by Signs
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For the installation of your perforated decal, water should not be used. Before installing your decal make sure to read through all the instructions.

The first step is to clean your window with water and allow it to air dry. Once it is dry you can remove the backing protecting the decal’s adhesive side. Make sure the decal doesn’t stick to itself once the backing is removed!

The next step is the initial application of the decal to the window. This should be done lightly and methodically so that as air bubbles or pockets arise the decal can be peeled away and reapplied as needed. The easiest way to accomplish this is to “tack” two of the corners of the decal into place. To tack the corners just gently press the decal against the window in the corners. This will allow you to then apply the rest of the decal working from one side of the decal to the other. Carefully peel it back and reapply as necessary. Using a flat edge such as a squeegee helps to apply the decal without air pockets arising.

Once the entire decal is in place it can be pressed more firmly onto the window to ensure that the adhesive fully sets in. As noted elsewhere, once the adhesive is fully active removing and repositioning your decal will not be possible.