The NEW Build Your Own Arcade Controls
Main => Artwork => Topic started by: wcndave on October 04, 2012, 01:55:07 pm
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I am looking at getting some art done from gameongrafix or a UK based firm if I can find one.
i assume it comes rectangular, so how does one trim the edges to match the shape of the cab?
i can imagine using scissors could leave ragged edges, and a knife marks in the laminate.
any clues?
Thanks
Dave
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Just glide a sharp blade around the perimiter of the cab once the vinyl is on. It'll cut through it like butter.
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Two different techniques I've used.
Apply art, trim it to a half inch overhang and wrap the excess along the edge and into the T-molding channel so that it gets held down by the T-molding once you install it. Pros: no corner peel. Cons: Ginourmous PITA
Apply with T-molding already installed and insert a new blade between the T-molding and the side panel. Gently pull your way along the cabinet for a nice neat trimmed edge. Pros: Easy-peasy. Cons: Peeling can be an issue depending on print source (though I've never run into it)
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Hey that helps, but is the t moulding not glued on so there is no gap?
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Check out 14 minutes into the video from this post (http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,120041.msg1272426.html#msg1272426) from Rikitiki's Side Art Install 101 thread for his advice on the subject.
Scott
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I did the thin blade between cab and tmolding and it worked like a charm. Be sure to keep the blade pressure against the cabinet.
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Thaks everybody