Tiled Rigid Signs
A 4′ x 16′ Rigid Sign Printed On Two 5′ x 10′ Sheets. The Result – Perfect Alignment A 4′ x 16′ Rigid Sign Printed On Two 4′ x 8′ Sheets. The Result 4′ x 8′ Panels Do Not Align Correctly.
Considerations When Buying Wallpaper
While regular wallpaper adds wall longevity and durability, custom wallpaper also lets customers add a personal touch to their wall space. Various embossments take this personalization a bit further by adding subtle texture and depth – achieving greater visual interest than pressure sensitive vinyl.
Invisi-lap – Tiled PSV Overlap Information
The overlap on one tile just has Image on it and the overlap on the other tile would have White and Image. So when they are combined, they are Image-White-Image. This also makes the seams less visible.
Color Gamut
The color gamut of a printing device is determined by the hue, saturation and lightness of its cyan, magenta, yellow and black inks and the brightness, and other characteristics, of the paper or substrate on which they are printed.
Finished Size – What does this mean?
The term finished size refers to the size of the printed graphic ready to install. If the the graphic includes bleed or wrap for installation, this is part of the finished size. Pockets and hems do not add to the finished size. Visualize your graphic laying on a table with a tape measure edge to edge. This is the finished size.
Square Size vs. Diamond Size
All shapes are not created equally sized. If you have an item that is square or diamond shaped, it is important to know whether the requested dimensions are for the square size or the diamond size.
Sizing a Flex Face Print for My Backlit Cabinet
We have put together some terminology and a diagram below to illustrate VO – Visual Opening, Retainer & Cabinet Size, for you. These should help you better understand the differences between these terms and their relationship to one another.
Sign Terminology
We have assembled a list of useful terms below with their definitions. Our goal is to assist you in understanding the language we use to describe our products and their applications.
1st and 2nd Surface – this is confusing me….
When it comes to 1st and 2nd surface printing or decal application things can sometimes be a little confusing. Especially if you are new to the sign industry or you just aren’t familiar with the terminology.
Scrim vs Smooth Vinyl
Banner material is made by melting layers of Vinyl between a fiber mesh or fabric to produce the strength needed.
Fabric Wash & Clean
Dye Sublimation Fabric Graphics can be cleaned and washed easily and with good results. Fabric is 100% polyester, so it’s as easy throwing it in your washer at home. Results may vary depending on the contaminant, how dirty the graphics are and what fabric you are cleaning.