Kiss Cut: To cut through one layer and not another cutting through the vinyl but not the backing sheet.

Glossy Permanent Vinyl (GP): Also known as 651, used for outdoor projects or heavily handled projects like cups.

This is done to help vinyl stick to surfaces and work out any air bubbles.

Burnish: To rub over with a bone folder, scraper, credit card etc.

Some common vinyl terms you may see when you are doing your research online defined for you to understand. It is suggested when you scrape it off glass you should apply a little heat to remove it and make your job a little easier Goo-Gone can work wonders removing this vinyl if you have a mistake to correct. The adhesive on the back is designed to cure like cement. Just remember that Oracal 651 vinyl can also be removed, but it will take a lot of work though after the 24 hours has passed when it's cured. Oracal 651 vinyl has a clear, solvent-based PERMANENT adhesive, that makes it perfect for the outdoors. For example, Oracal 631 vinyl has a clear water-based REMOVABLE adhesive. Now let’s move on to the adhesive! The adhesive is really what makes these types of vinyl completely different. 651 Oracal is available in 64 colours including the clear translucent, matte and glossy Black and White. 631 Oracal is available in 89 colours plus translucent. I think it is worth to mention there only so many colours in the Oracal Vinyl lineup. The two main differences between 651 and 631 would be the adhesive and the finish.Ħ51 has a glossy finish for the colour line up with the exception of Black and White which is available in both a glossy and matte finish.

Let’s start with the two main differences between 651 and 631 Oracal vinyl. Both the vinyl mentioned in this blog post has an adhesive paper backing meaning its a sticker vinyl meant to be used on hard goods, not clothing. This blog post will help to walk you through understanding what your vinyl is to help you choose the right product for the right project. Vinyl is simple to work with but can be very intimidating if you are new to working with it.

This blog post is here to stop that common mistake! I think I speak for a lot of people when I say that beginner crafters tend to mix up 651 Oracal and 631 Oracal vinyl. What is the difference between Oracal 631 and Oracal 651?

Oracal 651 color list