Permanent adhesive vinyl is made for hard, smooth surfaces that get handled — tumblers, mugs, signs, car decals, and organization labels. For fabric projects, use heat transfer vinyl instead.

Yes — permanent vinyl is water-resistant and built for daily handling, though hand washing decorated drinkware will always extend its life compared to the dishwasher.

Clean the surface with alcohol, use transfer tape to position your design, and burnish firmly from the center out. Our transfer tools collection has the squeegees and weeding tools that make it easy.