Large Format Printing
Large format printing is related to large prints. Under this category, you can choose any size from 11x17 inch posters to as big as installations from floor to ceiling. You can get almost all sizes in different materials.
Large format printing can be used either for digital or offset printing. Hence, your orders can easily range from 1-99 to many pieces. You need to shell out more money for a larger size print, however the cost per unit decreases as the volume goes up when it comes to wholesale printing. With Large format printing, you can have the option to print on a variety of materials and then make it appropriate for either indoor or outdoor use.
Here are some of the common materials used in large format printing:
Artist canvas:
This is the cloth material widely used in oil paintings and murals. The texture of the material allows you to get deep colors and dull finish. The end result is very close to something similar to oil paintings. If you go for high resolution images, you can expect excellent photographic quality output. You can also use Artist canvas for either outdoor or indoor advertising because the material does not rip very easily and it is water resistant. The material is widely used for portraits, posters, murals and banners.
Gloss text:
This is a sort of paper material that resembles the pages of the magazines. It consists of a smooth finish as well as a light gloss. It works towards printing photographic quality output with an awesome even sheen. This material is ideal for indoors. The material is also ideally utilized for printing large quality indoor posters without any exorbitant costs.
Semi gloss and high gloss:
These are ideally suited for bigger prints of about 58”x100”. You can also use these materials for posters and can also be used for both interiors and exteriors depending upon the finish or coating. The posters made out of high gloss are durable and gives out a great sheen. Semi gloss and high gloss materials are used for outdoor posters, presentation boards, instructional flip chards and trade show displays.
Vinyl banners:
Vinyl banners are very durable. It can be easily coated for UV in order to obtain additional gloss and protection. However, this material gives out a print that is grainy and pixilated occasionally. If you see it from a distance, it has a photographic quality. This characteristic makes it best suited for large prints than need to be viewed from a distance. These banners are water resistant, tear resistant and crease resistant. If you want to add to the longevity of these vinyl banners, you can use it with archival ink. These are widely used for Billboards, posters, banners, floor-to-ceiling installations etc.
Adhesives:
These are stickers used with an adhesive back. It retains the properties of the materials. There is a layer of sticky substance. Adhesives are widely used for easier mounting because it can stick to any surface you want. These are widely used for moving advertisements on cars, custom wall pages, trucks, menu beards, trade show exhibits etc.
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