![]() Mailbox decals may also be forbidden on USPS- owned mail receptacles (like those grouped units that serve multiple houses on a cul de sac or apartment building). You may find some sources on the Internet indicating that decals are not allowed on mailboxes, but this misconception usually stems from a homeowners association rule rather than a requirement by the United States Postal Service. I did this project back in 2011 and have been exceptionally pleased with the durability- the “after” picture was actually taken after my decals had weathered 2 years on the mailbox! ĭeb was particularly impressed with this project, though less impressed with the fact that I made her practice her being-tied-up-patience while I worked on it. The backgro und image was standard-grade vinyl decal and the house numbers were outdoor grade decals. I’m the worst at placing decals, even after lots of practice applying large decals to a horse trailer, but since I started using a surface spray to pre-treat my surfaces I keep having great results. Since you are going to the expense of custom decals, the surface treatment works out to be a good investment. I really recommend the rapid-tac, as it saved a lot of time. You’ll need one set for each side of your mailbox.Īfter spending much longer than I anticipated scraping the old number decals off and cleaning the road grime from my mailbox, I used a product called Rapid Tac to apply and float my decals around on the mailbox till they were in the right spot, then used a rigid card to squeeze out the floating solution and adhere the decals permanently. If you plan on applying house number decals to your mailbox, remember to order or die-cut 2 sets of all your decals. ![]() Be sure to check the final results after dark, to ensure the numbers are readable. The letter or numbers on your mailbox decal should be big, printed in an easily readable font, and cut from a highly visible color of vinyl. Then I purchased, peel and stick vinyl house numbers in a highly visible shade of bright white, from another seller.Ĭontrast is extra important on the mailbox- the way your house numbers standing out or blend on your mailbox can be the difference between getting utility repairs on time or getting packages delivered to the right house.īecause no one wants dinner guests calling 15 minutes late 3 miles down the road- make sure any background image is subtle and mostly blends into the background. Final size will be determined by the number of characters.First, I calculated the size I’d need, (about 3″ high for the letters) and purchased a background image, birds on a branch, in a fairly dark color from a seller on etsy. Total dimensions will not exceed 6.5" tall and 16" wide. Large Size - The large decal option will be slightly larger than the "standard" size. Final size will be determined by the number of characters. Standard Size - Total dimensions will not exceed 4.5" tall and 11" wide. If you need any slight modifications, simply add the instructions to the notes box in your cart. We find the "standard" size suits most customers' mailboxes best. Metallic color option previews are not completely accurate.If you order two decals we will make them for the left and the right side of your mailbox.Our mailbox decals won’t show wear for 6-8 years in outdoor conditions (twice as long as the competition) Note: metallic options typically last a shorter amount of time before showing wear.Easy to apply - everything is pre-spaced and ready to go right on your mailbox. ![]() Personalized address decal comes in a variety of colors and font options. ![]() In indoor or sheltered conditions, our mailbox decals can last decades. Metallic colors usually last a shorter amount of time. Our mailbox numbers are made for outdoor weather conditions and, depending on installation location, will last about 5-10 years before showing wear. What sets our mailbox decals apart is the variety of personalization options as well as the quality of material we use. Your decal will come custom cut and pre-spaced for an easy, one-step application. Add your number, address, or family name for a completely custom mailbox decal. Give your mailbox the ultimate makeover with the custom address mailbox decal. If you want to purchase a mailbox with personalization, look at the personalized mailbox collection. *Mailbox is for preview purposes only and is NOT included. ![]()
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