Gauge Cluster Question

[darrellyates]

I see many gauge sets with the woodgrain decal on them. However, most of the plastic surrounds I see have textured black between the gauges. In fact, the only surrounds I've seen for sale all have the textured black. I've got a set of Dakota Digital gauges, with their new chrome dash insert, and it too has the textured black. So, here's my silly question... Do you just cover the textured plastic with the decal, or is there a different gauge cluster available? Seems the texture either won't look right, or will certainly give less bonding surface.

Same vein, different question. What adhesive do you use on the paper decals for the windshield washer bottle?

Thanks in advance for the guidance!