Custom Door Decals and Stickers for Storefronts and Office Entrances

Common Questions About Buying Custom Door Decals

What materials are door decals printed on?

Door decals are most commonly printed on calendered vinyl, a cost-effective material suited to flat surfaces like glass doors, metal frames, and painted wood. For doors that get heavy daily use, frequent cleaning, or long-term outdoor sun exposure, cast vinyl is the more durable upgrade, since it's thinner, more flexible, and built to hold up against fading and lifting over time. Both materials are part of Decals.com's broader vinyl lineup. 

How long do door decals last on glass?

Calendered vinyl typically holds up for several years on glass when applied to a clean, smooth surface, and interior doors in low-UV spots last even longer. If the door sees direct sun or gets wiped down constantly with cleaning solvents, cast vinyl is the longer-lasting choice and resists fading, cracking, and edge lift better over time. 

What sizes are available for door decals?

Decals.com produces fully custom decals in any size or shape, so you're not boxed into preset dimensions. Sizes range from small logo badges a few inches wide to full door-height panels. Measure your door's glass panel or frame before submitting artwork so the finished piece fits cleanly without overhang. 

Can I order door decals with a white ink background or opaque printing?

Yes. On clear vinyl stock, a white ink layer can be printed underneath your artwork to keep colors accurate and vivid on glass, which matters most for clear decals going on tinted or dark glass. Fully opaque white vinyl is also available if you'd rather have a solid-faced decal instead of a see-through one. 

How much do custom door decals cost, and are there bulk discounts?

Pricing depends on size, quantity, and material, and the minimum order is just one unit. Ordering 50 or more typically unlocks tiered bulk pricing that brings the per-unit cost down. Decals.com's online quote tool gives instant pricing once you enter your dimensions and quantity on the custom decals page. 

How long does production and shipping take?

Most door decal orders move through production in 1 to 3 business days, with shipping time on top of that depending on location and the service level chosen at checkout. Expedited options are available if you're working against a grand opening date or another hard deadline. 

How do I install a door decal without bubbles or misalignment?

Small air bubbles can usually be popped with a pin and smoothed flat with a squeegee or credit card edge. Larger wrinkles or misalignment are best fixed by lifting that section of the decal slowly with a heat gun on low, then re-laying and squeegeeing it down before it cools. Avoid yanking the decal up quickly, since that can stretch the vinyl out of shape. 

Should I order a die-cut or kiss-cut decal for my door?

Die-cut decals are cut precisely to the outline of your design with no background, which gives logos and lettering a clean, floating look on glass. Kiss-cut decals keep a square or rectangular backing around the design and are easier to peel and reposition, which makes them a practical pick for hours-of-operation panels or multi-piece signage sets. 

Can I get help if I'm not a designer?

Yes. The Decals.com team offers artwork support and vectorization services to clean up logos, convert raster images to scalable vector files, and prep designs for print. A digital proof is provided before anything goes to production, so sizing, color, and layout can be confirmed in advance.