Preparing Your Walls/Surfaces Make sure your wall/surface is clean and dry. If you are applying Tatouage to a surface that is painted with any kind of gloss, we recommend you wash down your walls with a vinegar and water mix (70% water/30% vinegar). This will not take off your paint; it will help the Tatouage adhere easily. Other options that work on gloss paint are lightly sanding the surface with light grain sandpaper (make sure you wash down your walls again to remove the residue) or using rubbing alcohol on the surface.

Before You Begin Make sure you keep the protective sheet on the back of your transfer until you are ready to apply it to your wall or surface. The transfer is very sticky and will stick to everything it touches. Plan out your design ahead of time by laying it on a bed or floor. If you are doing an entire wall mural, take the time to measure out the center of the space so your mural will look as planned. After you are finished with your mural, decide whether or not you need to seal it.

We recommend a very light coat of clear acrylic spray for wall and tile décor, and clear polyurethane if you are applying to a wood or laminate surface. Polyurethane will yellow your wall/painted surface. If your paint is gloss, choose a gloss spray. If your paint is matte, use a matte spray. This will preserve your Tatouage for many years to come. Sealing your design is also recommended if you intend to clean it frequently (in a child's room or main walk way).