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  1. Just In Measure Twice........

    Been there, done that
  2. Pole clamp sleeves

    we also use this method https://www.lowes.com/pd/Oatey-Shower-Pan-Gray-PVC-Shower-Pan-Liner/3127069
  3. Training for Semi-Trailer wrappers?

    https://wrapinstitute.com/ 3M Orafol Arlon Avery Pretty much all of the wrap media companies have "training" options once you get "certified" you can be added to their "authorized" list
  4. Primer Recommendation Needed

    Primer 94 is the suggested one for 3M Products no idea if it will work on anti-graffiti coating Would STRONGLY suggest a waiver that you are not responsible * Customer Supplied material * anti-graffiti coating surface 2 BIG RED FLAGS
  5. Sublimated Jerseys

    That sleeve tells me this is a CUT & SEW job Haven't used them, but these came highly recommended * https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=155897010532760&set=pcb.155897083866086 * https://www.ussportsuniforms.com/
  6. laminate or not

    The Roland is an Eco-Solv Printer you need to use lam The "Toyota" example is a 2nd surface imprint, either screen or UV
  7. Stouse is selling direct as Stomp Stickers

    There are VERY FEW who are wholesale only, even if they "claim" wholesale only. This usually means they are wholesale only for that name or that brand of the company
  8. Outdoor literature/sign stand

    The base looks like it was built inhouse That base is a 4x4 post with 2x4 legs, the long part of the build would be going and getting the material you can modify this https://www.displays2go.com/P-32288/Custom-Water-Base-Cone-Sign-Vinyl-Lettering?st=Search&sid=exterior%20display The holder...
  9. Business Names with no meaning

    is this like Lord Voldemort - He who must not be named?
  10. Business Names with no meaning

    Name disassociation from the business is nothing new * Arby's = Fast Food * HEB = Groceries * Chevrolet = Vehicle * Etsy = E-Commerce Crafting * Nike = Shoes * 3M = Vinyl What I am seeing is it so easy now to "start" a business that there is no brand association / identification before the...
  11. Where to find these plaques...? Oak?

    We do the same
  12. My supplier will be ND Graphics but which of the following materials would you use and why?

    Stock the Avery, Offer the 3M at the appropriate price difference and order when needed Some people / companies require the 3M name brand and will pay to get it
  13. Black ACM Panel

    Depends on the project 1 color / simple design - colored vinyl then overlay with the design multi-colored / complex design - Print Cast with Cast UV Lamination
  14. Black ACM Panel

    We have found it is better to color change / wrap the ACM to the desired color VS relying on the factory paint when long life is required
  15. Where can I find aluminum sign blanks

    It is all about QTY, what are you deeming as bulk? You order enough and then importing is an option, I would look into buying full sheets of 48x96 and then having a metal fab shop shear cut and round the corners or (what we do) take the full sheets to someone with a water jet cutter
  16. Making a 4'x8' single-sided outdoor sign using 6mm MaxMetal and applying a digitally printed full-size laminated graphic to the front side.

    Depends * Budget / Short term edge cut and done * Longer life / want to look good. Overprint and edge (canvas) wrap to the back side We only use edge trim cap on MDO or fluted ACM
  17. What is this School Bus Font?

    If an "exact match" is required take good photos, and trace the text
  18. I am so SICK of this problem!!! (lettering not sticking to painted walls)

    Test the wall before taking on the jobs ESPECIALLY if you are doing the installation!!!!!! try wiping it down with alcohol "scuff" the area the vinyl is going use ONLY high-tack vinyl If you need the "matte" finish, use matte lamination on high-tack vinyl Use the LOWEST tack transfer tape you...
  19. Upselling quotes (good/better/best)

    If the customer is reluctant to give a budget, we will start asking * Expected life expectancy * type of sign they want ** This requires them to show an image / photo * Where it is going (interior, exterior, wall, pole, hanging, etc...) Once we know a size, 1 sided / 2 sided, illuminated...
  20. Looking for Plans for work tables

    We use 12mm PVC for out work surface https://www.signs101.com/threads/cutting-mats.166534/#post-1545168
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