FAQ
1. How do I start the process of getting a tattoo?
Provide a detailed description of what you would like to get.
OR
Send pictures of the design.
If you provide pictures, please send each picture in a separate JPEG file. Include the changes you would like to make to design, if any.
- Where would you like to place it?
- Provide the dimensions you want the tattoo to be.
- Black/White or Color?
- Is it a Cover-up?
If you have a budget in mind, let us know. There are different scheduling options available to help you get your tattoo.
2. How much do your services cost?
- $80/Minimum
- $125/Hour
- $450/4 Hours
- $50 Cash Deposit (cards not accepted for deposits) is required for custom and cover-up tattoo designs.
*Deposits are deducted off your total. If for any reason you do not get the tattoo, we retain the deposit.*
3. What forms of payment do you accept?
- Cash
- Debit Cards
- Credit Cards (AMEX/DISCOVER/MASTERCARD/VISA)
4. What are your hours of operation?
- Tue - Thu: 12PM - 8PM
- Fri & Sat: 12PM - 10PM
- Sun & Mon: Closed
5. Where are you located?
11230 260th Ave., 2nd Floor
Trevor, WI 53179
(Above 1903 Saloon)
815-648-4313
bret@explosiveinktattoo.com
6. How many artists do you have working at your shop?
Five, now that we are located in Papaz Tattoo Studio
7. How do I take care of my tattoo?
- Remove the bandage after 1-2 hours.
- Wash the tattoo with DIAL™ ANTI-BACTERIAL SOAP and warm water.
- Let it dry for 10-15 minutes.
- Apply AQUAPHOR™ sparingly 3-5 times daily or as needed to prevent scabs.
- Handle with Care Tattoo Locations (Hands/Wrists, Ankles/Feet & Ditches: Elbow/Hips/Knees) need 2-3 times more ointment application in these locations. These spots take 2x as long to heal and need more care during the healing process.
- DO NOT PICK, SCRATCH OR SOAK YOUR NEW TATTOO DURING THE HEALING PROCESS.
- Avoid tanning, swimming, & sunbathing during the healing process.
- Peeling skin after 7-10 is NORMAL, DO NOT PICK IT OFF. Start using LUBRIDERM LOTION until tattoo is completely healed.
- Your new tattoo should be healed in 2-3 weeks.
- If problems occur, such as EXCESSIVE SWELLING OR REDNESS, PLEASE CONTACT A PHYSICIAN.
8. When is your next opening?
You can view our next openings on our website: