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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I pressure wash a vehicle that has reflective safety markings?
Vehicles with 3M™ Diamond Grade™ livery applied to them should be pressure washed following these guidelines...
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What are the principles of reflectivity?
The key principle to reflectivity is that the reflective object borrows light from a source such as a headlight and bounces it back in the sources direction...
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What is an Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)?
The MSDS or Material Safety Data Sheet is a document published by the manufacturer/processor of a substance that includes information on its usage and handling...
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What does the “CE mark” mean?
The CE symbol printed on the product/ packaging, informs the market that the product meets the essential requirements of the relevant European directives...
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Why is there a "watermark" on 3M Engineer Grade Sheeting?
As part of the European Standard, permanent traffic signs require that retroreflective sheeting be marked to identify the manufacturer of the sheeting, it's reflectivity class and a date / batch code...
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Why do my signs have dark patches on them in the evening and how can I prevent this?
The dark patches are caused by dew forming as the moist air cools onto the sign face. Typically areas of the sign between the posts show this darkening first...
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Care and Removal of 3M™ Diamond Grade™ DG³  Reflective Sheeting
Information on how to protect and remove DG³  Vehicle Liveries
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