Sandblast Stencils
Please note that the following is intended only as an introduction to the process
of stencil application. The Stamp Store® Stencil
Instructional Video and The Stamp Store® Sandblast
Stencil Application Instructions are also available. Technical
Layout your stencil and make all necessary measurements
to align your pattern correctly. Once you are sure of position, make
visible alignment marks with chalk or grease pen so that you can "re-align" the
stencil and begin Step 2.
 The easiest way to remove the clear film that covers
the adhesive side of the stencil "green-side up" and pull
the clear film off in a "straight back" motion. If the
piece you are laying is over 3 ft. the "roll method", as
seen in Step 3, should be used.
 When applying a long border-type stencil, it is best
to align your pattern,then "roll" the stencil up, keeping
it in alignment. Then pull back just a few inches of clear film,
exposing only a few inches of adhesive to the surface, and then roll
out the stencil while pulling away the clear film.
 Once the stencil is in place make sure you have good
surface contact.
 Once the adhesive side is applied, removal of the
clear "top mask" is next. First, peel back an even edge.
Once you have enough to grab, continue pulling straight back until
you have completely removed all the film.
 Now you can remove or "WEED-OUT" the PRE-CUT
artwork by using a small pick tool or knife. Once this is done you
are ready to sandblast the concrete.
 When sandblasting, be sure to blast straight down
on the stencil from a distance of at least12 inches; avoid shooting
at an angle. For sharp, clean edges, use 90 grit sand; for rougher,
deeper etching use 60-30 grit.
 After sandblasting is complete, the concrete may be
sealed as is, or The Stamp Store® Blush-Tone
Acid Stain can be applied to achieve dramatic coloring effects. For
best results use one of The Stamp Store®'s
quality sealers.
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