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Iowa 188 1926 (Iowa) (Road Sign) STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

Iowa 188 1926 (Iowa) (Road Sign) STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

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Iowa 188 1926 Road Sign Decal: Design Description

This vinyl decal presents a historically inspired design, a visual homage to the original Iowa Highway 188. The artwork captures the essence of a classic road sign, reflecting a bygone era of early 20th-century road travel and state highway systems.

Visual Elements & Representation

The design faithfully recreates the iconic look of a vintage Iowa highway marker. It primarily showcases the number "188" prominently, set against the traditional shape of a highway shield, a standard format used at the time. The overall aesthetic is deliberately reminiscent of the official signs that guided travelers on Iowa's primary roads in 1926.

The color scheme is designed to evoke nostalgia. The specific hues chosen aim to replicate the original look and feel of the highway signs of the era, potentially featuring a combination of color such as a white background with black lettering or a contrasting color palette to ensure visibility and clarity.

Meaning & Symbolism

The central symbol is, of course, the number "188". This number serves as a direct reference to the historical Iowa Highway 188, allowing the viewer to connect with the state’s early road network and the evolution of its transportation infrastructure. It signifies the specific route and the era in which this highway existed.

The overall design carries a symbolic weight. It represents the past of road travel, the development of public infrastructure, and the organization of the United States highway system. The decal encapsulates a piece of Iowa's history, showcasing the evolution of roads and travel through visual representation. It becomes a badge of the past, capturing the essence of a time when the highway system was first taking shape.

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Glossy kiss-cut vinyl stickers made for smooth, indoor surfaces — laptops, journals, mirrors, and other finished items. Crisp edges, vivid color, strong hold, and not waterproof.

What “kiss-cut” means: the blade cuts the vinyl layer into the exact shape while leaving the backing liner whole, so pieces separate cleanly and lift off the sheet without tearing. It’s the neatest way to produce shaped stickers and multi-piece sheets.

  • Material: reliable vinyl face with a permanent acrylic adhesive formulated for smooth, non-porous surfaces.
  • Finish: glossy surface that enhances contrast and depth without feeling overly reflective.
  • Printing: eco-solvent inks provide dense color and crisp detail for fine lines and gradients.
  • Use case: intended for indoor environments only — not waterproof. Not recommended for continuous exposure to moisture or dishwashing.
  • Application friendly: easy-peel backing and a liner that releases cleanly to help reduce bubbles and misfeeds during placement.

These stickers perform best on smooth, dust-free surfaces — think laptop lids, sealed notebooks, glass, mirrors, finished shelving and lockers. They’ll stick well where the surface is flat and clean; avoid rough wood, silicone, fabric, and heavily textured paint.

  1. Clean: remove dust and oils with a lint-free cloth. For stubborn grime, use a mild soap and water rinse; let the area dry completely.
  2. Align: peel a corner, position carefully, then press the center down first.
  3. Smooth: work outward from the center with a soft card or a thumb to push air out and ensure the edges set down firmly.

Tip: give the adhesive 24 hours to fully settle before heavy handling. These are not designed for outdoor or wet conditions.

  • Gently dust with a soft, dry cloth, moving from the center outward to avoid scratching the gloss.
  • For light marks, a barely damp microfiber will lift residue — blot, don’t scrub, and dry right away.
  • Avoid bleach, solvents, abrasive pads, and steam; moisture or harsh chemicals can lift edges and fade inks.

Reminder: these stickers are not waterproof. Keep them away from sinks, outdoor exposure, and dishwasher cycles to maintain adhesion and finish.

Sizes are measured across the sticker’s longest side. For example, a 3″ sticker is 3 inches across its largest dimension (height or width, depending on the shape).

The kiss-cut follows the sticker’s outline for a tidy border; complex shapes can show small variances, but the advertised measurement refers to the maximum edge-to-edge length.