[sdiy] Panels with decals

[David G. Dixon]

Following up on Danjel van Tijn's queries about Metalphoto, I note that some
synth DIYers use Lazertran waterslide transfer decals for their panels.  I'd
be interested in hearing any stories (good or bad) about using this.  I
understand that it is very easy to tear the decals during the transfer
process, and at nearly $4 a sheet (twice as much as the aluminum panel it
would be sticking to!), I really don't want that to happen!

Also, I would like to know if anyone has tried Papilio decals as an
alternative, and how they compare.

I'm interested in bake-on decals applied directly to unpainted aluminum
sheet.

David G. Dixon
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