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title: "What is a kiss cut and how does it work with adhesive vinyl?"
description: "A kiss cut is a partial cut that goes through the vinyl face layer but stops at the backing, so each piece lifts off cleanly while the sheet underneath sta"
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timestamp: 2026-07-20T18:54:40.856Z
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# What is a kiss cut and how does it work with adhesive vinyl?

A kiss cut is a partial cut that goes through the vinyl face layer but stops at the backing, so each piece lifts off cleanly while the sheet underneath sta

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