Originally Posted by
ClarkinHawaii
I figure for my next attempt at using them I will use a razor blade to start the separation, then just try hard to handle only by edges and hope for the best.
Yeah, that's the best way to start peeling the backing without damaging the adhesive. Also be sure to round the corners instead of leaving them a sharp 90 degrees. That way they don't tend to peel off once in place.