Monday, July 21, 2008

Wide Format Printing

When it comes to printing, going big is the best policy. As the name implies, large format prints pertains to wide-format printed copy that exceed normal printing sizes - or the 2-up page sizes. Large format prints convey your illustration's information and graphics to the readers better than normal-sized prints.
These over-sized or blown-up prints are perfect for a variety of purposes such as for high-end trade show display, advertising and marketing strategies, public dissemination materials to spread facts and information, and other purposes. This is because large-printed pieces are generally more noticed and perceived by individuals - which are a cost-effective and high-impact way to advertise your company, or make a good impression to the general public.
High-quality large format document are perfect for wide-display graphic needs such as banners, window and event graphics, indoor and outdoor signage, and tradeshow decorations and exhibit displays, vehicle graphics, building wraps, posters, and many more.
High performance printers are also a must-printing technology for reproducing large-format prints for different purposes. You will get professional results with your wide-format printed pieces.
It is important that you choose the right large format printing company for the job. Or better yet, use the large format printing quote supplied to you prior to placing your orders. The fields found in printing quotes are to be filled up by the customer then submitted to the company; who assesses their printing capacity in meeting up the stated requirements.
Large format printing quote forms contain the substantial basic questions such as company name, customer name, contact information - mailing address, telephone or fax number. While the specific questions include delivery date of the prints, the size, printing media, proofing or laminating options, ink color, and art designs.Once the canvas has been printed on wide format printer, an extra finish can be applied in the form of a varnish. The varnish acts as a protective layer to the print, increases the archival life and gives a unique finish to the product. The varnish can be applied either by roller, sponge or brush. Each application will produce a different textured finish to the canvas. The roller produces a smooth natural finish allowing the texture of the canvas to show through, whilst the sponge will produce a rustic textured finish. The brush will create paint strokes, which mimic the artists original brush strokes.Once you have completed the first two stages, you are now ready for stretching.

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