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    My experience with Schtickers skins

    Discussion in 'Notebook Cosmetic Modifications and Custom Builds' started by Lao, Mar 17, 2008.

  1. Lao

    Lao Notebook Evangelist

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    Today I received the long waited skins from Schtickers. I must admit the quality is awesome. I bought one for me and two for other friend's laptops. All ran smooth, as instructed by the little piece of paper that came w/ the skin.

    The skin was a little too big for my 15.4" Vostro 1500, so it needed some trimming. Nothing hard in this operation. I had to cut 22mm total, so what I did was cut 11mm from the upper part and another 11mm from the bottom. The length was perfect, no adjustment needed.

    I will post some new pictures with my friends' laptop, after I put the skin on it. ;)

    For now, enjoy mine:

    [​IMG] [​IMG]
    [​IMG] [​IMG]
     
    Lao, Mar 17, 2008
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  2. r2d2melo

    r2d2melo Notebook Guru

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    awesome dude I love that skin
     
    r2d2melo, Mar 17, 2008
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  3. ArmageddonAsh

    ArmageddonAsh Mangekyo Sharingan

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    thats very nice. how much was it?
     
    ArmageddonAsh, Mar 17, 2008
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  4. Lao

    Lao Notebook Evangelist

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    It cost 19.99$ each. I got free shipping for purchases over 30$

    One thing to mention: I think the picture used for this skin was smaller than the size of the skin, because I can see the wobbling lines that are created when you make a picture bigger. I guess they should have started from a bigger picture and make smaller skins, not the other way arround.
     
    Lao, Mar 17, 2008
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  5. ArmageddonAsh

    ArmageddonAsh Mangekyo Sharingan

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    yeah thats a bit silly and kinda ruins it. though the price aint bad, im getting my laptop painted^^ i cant wait, sure £170+ is abit much but still i cant wait to see the finished article
     
    ArmageddonAsh, Mar 17, 2008
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  6. Prasad

    Prasad NBR Reviewer 1337 NBR Reviewer

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    Nice skin! :)
     
    Prasad, Mar 17, 2008
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  7. Lao

    Lao Notebook Evangelist

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    My friend's laptop (applied skin 15 min. ago):

    [​IMG] [​IMG]
    [​IMG] [​IMG]
     
    Lao, Mar 17, 2008
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  8. Prasad

    Prasad NBR Reviewer 1337 NBR Reviewer

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    Not bad, but I like the skin in your first post more... it's much more "sober"... this one's a bit bright. But not bad nonetheless ;)
     
    Prasad, Mar 17, 2008
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  9. Lao

    Lao Notebook Evangelist

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    It's for a girl, so it matches her spirit. :))
     
    Lao, Mar 17, 2008
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  10. Prasad

    Prasad NBR Reviewer 1337 NBR Reviewer

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    Oh. Then not bad ;)
     
    Prasad, Mar 17, 2008
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  11. Pai

    Pai Notebook Evangelist

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    Cool. One thing I have to mention thou, did you consider what your friend did, cut out space for the Dell logo? She cut her acer logo out and I think it looks much nicer that way. The skin is good looking neverless.
     
    Pai, Mar 17, 2008
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  12. Lao

    Lao Notebook Evangelist

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    I did her laptop too. I cut the Acer logo. ;)

    Dell logo was right in the middle and my opinion is that it would've ruin the image. Plus Dell logo was somewhat at the same level with the LCD cover. The Acer was not like this, plus it was in the upper right corner. ;)
     
    Lao, Mar 17, 2008
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  13. sprtnbsblplya

    sprtnbsblplya Notebook Deity

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    Those are good, makes me consider doing one for my Thinkpad, but I'm not sure if it would look right on the black beauty or not.
     
    sprtnbsblplya, Mar 18, 2008
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  14. Lao

    Lao Notebook Evangelist

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    I had a R61i and if I kept it I would've never put a skin on it. It just doesn't fit on it. Lenovo are too business to wear a skin, in my opinion.
     
    Lao, Mar 18, 2008
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  15. Lao

    Lao Notebook Evangelist

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    New comer: Fujitsu-Siemens today

    [​IMG] [​IMG]
    [​IMG] [​IMG]

    Came out really good. :D
     
    Lao, Apr 28, 2008
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  16. timtravel42

    timtravel42 Notebook Virtuoso

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    thats nice...
    how does it compare to skinit skins?
     
    timtravel42, Apr 28, 2008
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  17. Arki

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    Oo I like that black and white one. :)
     
    Arki, Apr 29, 2008
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  18. Lao

    Lao Notebook Evangelist

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    No Skinit experience, sorry. I used Schtickers from the beginning and loved them.

    Here's a 13" Mac made earlier this month:

    [​IMG] [​IMG]
     
    Lao, Apr 29, 2008
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  19. timtravel42

    timtravel42 Notebook Virtuoso

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    is it hard to apply?
    i applied a skinit skin i got for free and after 30 mins of applying, i still had bubbles
     
    timtravel42, Apr 29, 2008
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  20. Lao

    Lao Notebook Evangelist

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    I was applying solar film on cars for almost 5 years, so a couple of skins weren't suppose to break me down. :D

    It's easy if you take it slow and start from the right position. It depends on the laptop as well, mostly if it has a logo that's sticking out.
     
    Lao, Apr 29, 2008
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  21. timtravel42

    timtravel42 Notebook Virtuoso

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    oh i see :cool:
    that was my first experience with applying skins so i guess thats why (im not that patient either)

    BTW yay!!! post #1000
     
    timtravel42, Apr 29, 2008
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  22. zfactor

    zfactor Mastershake

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    i always apply these lightly wet. this way if i need to pull them up you can. i did tint for years on cars (i own a car audio shop).. so its the same basic idea.. i also used to wrap interior plastic pieces with films to look like carbon fiber etc...
     
    zfactor, Apr 30, 2008
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  23. The_Observer

    The_Observer 9262 is the best:)

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    Those are good pics.I should get one of those next month.
     
    The_Observer, Apr 30, 2008
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  24. monsterlabbit

    monsterlabbit Newbie

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    i ordered 2 schtickers and it has been almost 2 weeks!

    does anyone know how long it actually takes for delivery to toronto? i know the site claims 10-14 days for international shipping.

    i emailed customer service and they say to let them know if it doesnt come by october 20th... that's too long a wait considering i ordered sept 26.
     
    monsterlabbit, Oct 8, 2008
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  25. Lao

    Lao Notebook Evangelist

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    Don't know what to say. Maybe you ordered something customized and that's the reason for the delay. Wait until 19-20 Oct. and after that get in touch with them.
     
    Lao, Oct 10, 2008
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    hmm yeah, im waiting now, dont have much of a choice. i'll email customer service when canadian thanksgiving is over and its still not here. they respond really fast and seem good so far so that's comforting.
     
    monsterlabbit, Oct 12, 2008
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  27. bamboodragon

    bamboodragon Notebook Enthusiast

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    ***. I can't beleive I spent 280+ shipping when I could have went with this for $24.... I might even go with this since I didin't like how the graphics came out.
     
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  28. Lao

    Lao Notebook Evangelist

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    bamboodragon, what happened?
     
    Lao, Oct 13, 2008
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    They did a good job Paint wise on the lid, but my laptop came back with the HP Quick Launch buttons not working.

    Turns out, after I took everything part, they forgot to reconnect the connection to the motherboard.

    Also, the left speaker grill they repainted came back to me with a couple of chipped marks.

    I think I'm going to file a dispute with my CC company. I want at least $150 back.
     
    bamboodragon, Oct 13, 2008
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  30. Lao

    Lao Notebook Evangelist

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    I think you will first need to get that 150$ back from the paint shop and after that file a dispute to your CC company. Otherwise, I don't think you will have any succes.
     
    Lao, Oct 14, 2008
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  31. Lao

    Lao Notebook Evangelist

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    Hi all!

    Changed my previous skin with this US flag. I'm visiting my brother again in August and I was thinking it would be nice to "flag" the laptop.

    [​IMG] [​IMG]
     
    Lao, May 12, 2009
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  32. mido_mashakel

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    the first one was very nice ..
     
    mido_mashakel, Jun 10, 2009
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  33. X2P

    X2P COOLING | NBR Super Mod

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    How hard would it be to cut the skin, I want one but I want it to cover the Entire lid thus I would order one larger size
     
    X2P, Jun 12, 2009
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  34. Lao

    Lao Notebook Evangelist

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    It's pretty easy, if you use a good cutter. I just cut them on a glass table.
     
    Lao, Jun 12, 2009
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    could u please recommend some skins that match my dv5t se ? :( thanks in advance
     
    navicella, Jun 14, 2009
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  36. Lao

    Lao Notebook Evangelist

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    Man, it's just a matter of taste. You should be the only one who knows what will fit your laptop, not me. ;)
     
    Lao, Jun 14, 2009
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  37. X2P

    X2P COOLING | NBR Super Mod

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    How high of a res/dpi did you have for your custom one?
     
    X2P, Jun 14, 2009
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  38. Lao

    Lao Notebook Evangelist

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    I didn't have a custom one made. I only bought a few from the site, for a 15" laptop.
     
    Lao, Jun 14, 2009
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  39. Mastershroom

    Mastershroom wat

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    Some of these skins look really nice...too bad for my circular Dell logo right smack in the middle of my lid. :(
     
    Mastershroom, Jun 14, 2009
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  40. Lao

    Lao Notebook Evangelist

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    I have it too, but I don't see its' inconvenience.
     
    Lao, Jun 14, 2009
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  41. MrButterBiscuits

    MrButterBiscuits ~Veritas Y Aequitas~

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    Honestly I'd rather paint it... It would looks much better, and you can get a good idea by doing some Photoshop, if you guys wan't you can check out "what would your dream laptop look like" Alienware M17x thread
     
    MrButterBiscuits, Jun 14, 2009
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  42. Lao

    Lao Notebook Evangelist

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    Link to post?
     
    Lao, Jun 14, 2009
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  43. MrButterBiscuits

    MrButterBiscuits ~Veritas Y Aequitas~

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    Yea one sec ;)
     
    MrButterBiscuits, Jun 14, 2009
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  44. MrButterBiscuits

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    MrButterBiscuits, Jun 14, 2009
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