LAMINATION Lamination usually goes hand in hand with large format printing. Since most papers are delicate and not waterproof (we offer a wide range of waterproof materials), lamination is a great way to finish and protect your project.
We offer four main types of lamination: Gloss, Satin & Matte, Vinyl overlamination, and Lexan lamination.
Gloss and satin are the most common type of lamination. It is a clear polyester based film that is applied with a heated laminator. It is popular mainly because of it's high quality and low price. Our standard films for gloss and satin are 5mil thick, UV resistant and provide a 10mil thick encapsulation around your print. The gloss provides extremely bright colors and a glass-like finish. Satin provides less glare without dulling the image. Matte lamination is available as well, but tends to dull the image and mutes the colors. All types can be rolled for shipping. When prints are laminated and mounted to foam board, the combined product provides an extra rigidity to the otherwise fragile board. 3mil and 10mil thicknesses are available upon request.
Vinyl Overlamination is a one sided self adhesive vinyl based lamination that comes in a few different finishes (gloss, satin and matte) and thicknesses. It is applied using a cold laminator and can be used in the same applications as the heated laminants discussed above. One difference between the two types is that the vinyl can be adheared to self adhesive vinyl prints. Since, self adhesive material needs to have a release liner to expose the glue adhesive, the one sided flexible vinyl overlam suits this particular application perfectly, thus providing extra uv (ultra violet) protection to the already waterproof self adhesive vinyl. This type of lamination is slightly more expensive. Please ask a sales representative for more information before ordering this product.
Lexan lamination is the ultimate trade show solution. It is a 20mil thick, durable, non glare, scratch resistant product. This is the same high quality material that the professional tradeshow exhibitors use! Perfect for Skyline displays, just ask us to add velcro to the back and stick it to the display wall. Also used for floor graphics and retail wall graphics where customers may be in direct contact with it. Ask a sales representative for a sample of this material.
If you are not sure about which type to use, feel free to ask us, we will suggest the appropriate type for your project.
Call us toll free 1-888-880-4843 or email us for sample prints and check out our price list.
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