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wall graphics

  1. Proofs from Rasterlink7

    We are just getting into wall graphics using a JV300-160 and Rasterlink7. We plan to use the tiling feature to separate the supplied images into panels. However, our customers want to see a proof of the panel breakdown. Is there a way to generate a PDF or other file that would show that?
  2. Intro to Wall Graphics / Wall Murals

    Hello, I work for a sign company that is going to begin to producing large vinyl wall graphics. Can someone recommend any resources detailing the start to finish process of doing so? Thanks in advance.
  3. Difference between Wall Coverings and Wall Wraps

    Hi Everyone, LONG time lurker and enjoyer of this amazing community. My company primarily does wall wraps with calendared and cast films. Today a customer came in with a quote on an industrial wall covering. It was very thick, very rigid and had virtually no overlapping seams. I believe this is...
  4. How do I wrap a wall with a railing?

    Can anyone give me any insight into how I would go about wrapping graphics on this wall? I haven't run into this situation before, so I'm curious if anyone else has installed in a similar space, and if you can give me any tips/tricks/pointers. it would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance...
  5. Long Term Wall Graphics Material Recommendations

    We are working on specs for large interior wall graphics that we will print on our Mimaki JV150 and then install (in multiple panels) on painted sheetrock walls. The walls were painted over a year ago. The graphics will be on the walls for years (is customer's long term plan). So I am looking...
  6. Wall Material Recommendations???

    Hello SIGNS101 Community!! What's the best material for wall graphics based on your experience? Smooth, Brick and rough finishes. - I been using Arlon DPF8200 (High Tack) and it works really nice. What materials do you guys recommend for very rough finishes and outdoor graphics? Thanks! -
  7. overlaminate recommendation

    Hello doing wall murals and got a roll of the avery mpi 2611 what are some recommendations for the laminates that would work well with it? Also if i go with something like fabric like Phototex or GF 234 Graphi-Tex would i still need to spray laminate on it. Printing with an epson 60600 and was...
  8. 2020 Wall Calendar Template

    Here you go! Free Editable Vector PDF Download 2020 Wall Calendar https://www.firesprint.com/peel-and-stick-wall-calendar/ (Under the Sell sheets and Templates section) Use to promote your own business. Make it Dry Erase! Free Editable Vector PDF Download 2020 Wall Calendar -...
  9. Has anyone used Shieldz to prepare a wall for wall graphics?

    We've been having trouble with our wall graphics failing. Has anyone ever used Shieldz wall covering primer to prepare the wall before installation? Our current application: 3M-IJ35 with/or without lamination Prepare the surface using 70/30 ISO Wait 30 min Normal installation Heat treat as a...
  10. Back in the business after 22 years away.

    I'm back in the sign business, but on a limited basis and more specialized after being away from it for 22 years. I currently have a J.O.B., but want to get out of that rat race. For the past 2 decades, I have been painting indoor murals off and on for the corporate client, while holding down...
  11. Huge exterior banner

    Hello, My client want a banner/graphic to cover most of this exterior wall. It needs to be durable and last a long time. Perhaps something in a frame or using tension bars? I am looking for suggestions on how to do this. Suppliers etc. Thanks, Mark
  12. Need Help Wall Wraps

    Our shop has been getting more requests for interior wall mural wraps lately. Most of the installations are on lightly textured to smooth painted drywall. We've been using orajet 3165gra with an oragaurd 210 matte laminate. Printing 46" to 52" wide vertical panels with .5" overlaps on a HP latex...
  13. New Wholesale Poster - Size Doesn't Matter

    Hey All, We are not new to the industry (est. 1999), but we are new to the forum. Just wanting to say hello and give a brief intro to our wholesale services. We have 196" wide seamless capabilities. Our fleet includes (2) 16 ft. wide printers, (1) 10.5 wide printer, and (2) 5 ft. wide printers...
  14. Applying vinyl to uncured paint

    Hello everyone! I'm new to posting here, but reading the forum has always been my best support! I print large wall murals (on an HP Latex 360) as well as cut vinyl letters for a museum. I've been having a bit of trouble with peeling vinyl and am completely aware of what causes the issue...
  15. Insider Tip: How to Create Tiles for Large Wall Graphics

    Below is a link with insider tips for creating tiles when doing large scale projects such as wall murals. http://blog.lexjet.com/2016/10/18/insider-tip-how-to-create-tiles-for-large-wall-graphics/ Feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions!
  16. Interior wall graphics - need material suggestions

    So I'm looking into films for an interior wall wrap for our new office space. It's an "industrial" style building in the Old Town area, with corrugated metal panels, exposed brick, and some painted drywall. We've got multiple types of surfaces, but only want to buy one roll of material. This is...
  17. How to Enlarge shutterstock images for large wall murals

    Our Client has bought supersize images ( 18.7MB ) size 23.38583 x 17.3228 @ 300DPI from shutterstock and want us to print wall murals for their office walls. When we blowup the images its becoming really pixalated. wall size is 270" w x 113". viewing distance will be 3 -4 ft. Is there any...
  18. Can you install wall graphics OVER dry erase paint

    Did a search and couldnt find my answer. Client has 2 large walls painted in a clear dry erase paint. They never use the walls and want me to install full wall graphics over the top. Is dry erase paint just a super gloss paint, which would be okay to install over. OR is there some magical...
  19. Northern Colorado Installer

    Hello, my name is Steve and I have been a member of the site for a couple of years but never really introduced myself. I have just left Connecting Signs of Fort Collins CO after a little more than 3 years, to start my own install business. I have been really lucky to have worked for Connecting...
  20. Eyesore to Wallscape in 24 minutes

    From Blight to Beauty in 24 Minutes! Only BannerSpring can turn a crumbling wall into a flawless wallscape in 24 minutes.When the City of Mansfield, Ohio asked a property owner to repair a deteriorating wall, Lind SignSpring was key to the solution. After some spot repairs to the wall...
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