I personally, and in this order:
1) Wash with Dawn and warm water
2) Rinse thoroughly & Fling excess water, and dry with lint-free micro fiber
3) Cut & Trim
4) Mock up, mark, and pop mount holes (I never trust factory locations as they’re not always where they need to be)
5) REwash with Dawn and warm water
Fling excess water, and dry with lint-free micro fiber. Allow to air dry further for an hour or so.
6) Apply any pre-cut/included window mask, tape, or liquid mask
7) Draw out graphics over protective/overspray film with Ultra-Fine Sharpie (if applicable)
8) Apply paint/candies (dye) starting with darkest hues first (removing mask throughout the process where applicable)
9) Back, and/or seal
10) Remove film
11) Ice Cream
