How to Pinstripe a Car

Pin striping is an easy way to add a classy personal touch to your car. Actually applying a pinstripe decal to your car can seem a little daunting at first, but with the right tools you will be on the road in no time.

Things You'll Need

  • Pinstripe decals
  • Felt tip washable marker
  • Purchase enough pin striping decals to cover your car as desired.

  • Wash and wax the car thoroughly to ensure a clean surface, and then keep the car dust free until the pinstripe is applied.

  • Use a water based felt tip marker and a straight edge to draw the lines onto your car. This mark will serve as your guide.

  • Ask a friend to help you apply the pinstripe decal once you have the lines marked.

  • Peel a small part of the backing off of one end of the pin striping and have your friend help you slowly press the decal onto the pre-marked line as you remove the backing.

  • Apply the entire pinstripe in this fashion, and then repeat if you are adding multiple stripes.