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No trimming around every tiny symbol. Apply the marking you need and get back to painting.
Fallout Hobbies Field Manual
Waterslide Decal Field Manual
Pre-cut waterslide decals for crisp markings, insignia, numbers, and custom graphics on painted miniatures, vehicles, terrain, and scale models. This guide shows how to prep the surface, apply the decal, seal it, and avoid the usual hobby-table disasters.
Crisp Printed Detail
Fine insignia, numbers, icons, and graphics stay sharp even at miniature scale.
Conforms to Curves
Use decal setting and softening solutions to help decals settle over curves, panels, rivets, and armor plates.
Blends Into Paintwork
Once sealed and weathered, decals look like part of the finished model instead of stickers slapped on at the end.
Step 1
Prep the Surface
Apply decals over a smooth, gloss surface whenever possible. Add clean water or decal setting solution to the area before positioning the decal.
Step 2
Soak & Slide
Soak the decal until it loosens from the backing paper. Use tweezers and a soft brush to slide it gently into place without folding the film.
Step 3
Position the Decal
Move the decal while it is still wet. Wick away extra water with a brush or cotton swab once the marking is aligned.
Step 4
Seal & Protect
Let the decal dry completely, then seal it with varnish before weathering. This protects the marking and helps it blend into the painted surface.
Waterslide Decal FAQ
When will this decal or chapter icon be back in stock?
If a particular chapter decal / transfer isn't on our site, it's almost always because of one thing: a certain large, litigious manufacturer that dominates this hobby has a long history of going after small creators and treating the very fans who built this community as a threat rather than the lifeblood it is. Even iconography that company doesn't produce or sell as a decal themselves can land a small shop like ours in their crosshairs.
When that risk shows up, we pull the design rather than gamble with the business and our ability to keep serving you. We'd rather take something down than put the shop at risk for making something hobbyists genuinely want.
So if a chapter you were after is missing, that's why, not us forgetting it exists. We're not happy about it either, but the decal you seek won't be returning to our store.
Why can't I find a decal or transfer I'm looking for, and are you discontinuing them?
We're winding down our waterslide decal and transfer line. We're still selling through what's left, so you can grab what we have while stock lasts, but once it's gone, it's gone, and we won't be restocking. Here's the honest reason why.
There's currently no reliable way to produce quality waterslide decals domestically. Our decals were printed overseas, and current tariff and trade conditions mean a reorder can get hit with thousands of dollars in unexpected fees and stranded at the dock with no warning. We can't run a business, or serve you well, on that kind of gamble.
So if a decal is out of stock, that's why, not us forgetting about you. We hate it more than you do.
Are these waterslide decals pre-cut?
Yes. Fallout Hobbies waterslide decals are pre-cut so you do not have to trim tightly around every marking.
What surfaces can these decals be applied to?
They work on painted miniatures, vehicles, terrain pieces, scale models, and other hobby projects with a properly prepared surface.
Do I need Micro Set or Micro Sol?
They are not strictly required, but they are highly recommended for the best results, especially on curved, textured, or detailed surfaces.
Do I need to seal the decals?
Yes, a protective clear coat is recommended. Sealing protects the decal and helps blend it into the surrounding paintwork.
Can I weather over the decals?
Yes. Once the decal is fully dry and sealed, you can weather it with washes, pigments, chipping, streaking, and other finishing techniques.