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window perf

  1. Cleaning windows with window perf

    Got a customer that decided to have an exterminator spray a pesticide on windows we installed perf vinyl. They are upset now because the windows look hazy from the inside. We told them it's not good to wash the perf vinyl with anything more than a mild soap and water spray and a rinse. We also...
  2. Color profiles for different substrate prints

    Just occurred to me, the designer, that when printing to wrap mater and window perf that the colors are different. Then it hit me our print tech uses different print profiles for each. My question is would it be "wrong" to go ahead and use the same profile on both if color matching is an issue...
  3. HP Latex Window Perf Profile for Flexi

    I'm running an HP 335 with Flex 21 and need a Briteline window perf profile. I'm new to the software and our HP is not directly connected to the Internet, so I need a way to find and download profiles and then upload them over a LAN to the device. Any advice? (I've read the threads about window...
  4. Does 3M8170-50 work on thermal printer?

    I know it's not officially guaranteed by 3M but wondered if anyone tried it. Thanks.
  5. Rear window perf on pick up truck- laminated or unlaminated, what do you do?

    Rear window perf on pick up truck- laminated or unlaminated, what do you do? I see a lot of them really cheap on eBay and Amazon and they don't say laminated. I attended a Justin Pate vehicle wrap class back in 2010, and Justin recommended laminating window perf so rain droplets don't collect...
  6. Window Perf.

    I have went through several different manufacturers of Window Perf. and have not found anything that i just love. I have used Clear Focus, Brightline, & SHIL, but nothing lasts very long. I have to put edge seal tape on everything. Any thoughts of anything out there that works well, without...
  7. Lines on backside of window perf

    Hoping someone has suggestions as to why this happened. This window perf is mostly white with a logo. From the back there are thick bands of color showing through. I have never seen this before. My only thought is perhaps this window perf roll is old stock? Any thoughts would be appreciated .
  8. Tips for laminating and installing window perf?

    I'm giving a second shot to installing a cargo van rear window with laminated perf... the first attempt resulted in small wrinkles/tunneling in the laminate but not the perf. The laminate/no laminate always seems to be up for debate. At my previous companies, we always installed perf with no...
  9. Suggestions Creating a icc profile for window perf

    I've recently bought an i1 Publish Pro 2 to create profiles for my Roland VG540. I use Versaworks Dual, Flexisign 12, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. After creating my banner and vinyl profiles I am getting consistent colors from vinyl to banner media. My next project is to be able to profile...
  10. Window Perf vinyl sticking to middle layer

    Just printed and laminated some window perf on a latex printer. Seems there is the backing paper, then a thin piece of plastic (a coating on the paper so the vinyl can peel away from it), then the perforated vinyl. The thin piece of plastic in between the paper and window perf, seems to be...
  11. Interior vs Exterior Window Perf

    I'm going to apologize in advanced for my ignorance - I work more on the print side of things, not so much the installation and haven't had much experience with privacy windows. I'm looking for your suggestions on a great interior privacy window perf that is compatible with solvent printers...
  12. Window Perf on Acrylic Panels

    I have a customer who wants graphics installed on acrylic panels using laminated window perf. They are concerned that when the graphics are removed in 2 - 3 years that the acrylic will be damaged. Does anyone have any experience with removal of window perf from acrylic or any thoughts on the...
  13. Question Having Trouble BIG TROUBLE Cutting Window Perf Solvex 50/50

    Vinyl Express Q54 Mutoh 1204 HP 560 Does anyone have any suggestions as I have tried just about everything in my bag of tricks. Simply the cuts are inconsistent and randomly inaccurate because of the perf holes. Are there any settings on the plotter or should I increase the thickness of the...
  14. Window Perf on Store Front

    Hello, I'm creating some window perf graphics for a local salon's front windows. I have all of the artwork ready to go - but I'm not sure on how much bleed I need to add before sending it off to the printer. My boyfriend is new to installation process - so I want to make this as easy as I can...
  15. Window Perf Install problems

    Hello, long time listener, first time caller. I have a question about installing window perf on store fronts (ie, flat surfaces). They are laminated with optically clear. No matter how hard or soft I apply pressure when laying it down with my squeegee, I get markings where my squeegee was...
  16. Inside Mount window perf??????

    Looking for a suppler that has inside mount window perf for an HP latex printer Any recommendations.
  17. Commercial plates needed for Window Perf on Back car window?

    Hey Guys, I'm thinking of advertising my printing business on the back window of my vehicle with some window perforated film. I've seen this done many times, but do I need to have a commercial license plate to do so? I've asked many friends in the industry, and I get mixed answers, some say...
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    Looking to expand into printing & installing window perf

    Hey I have seen some threads on here with some talking about how easy window perf is to install. Having never done it before, I am interested on experimenting on myself before diving into it. My F150 has a solid back window so this should be more than simple... right? Any advice on material...
  19. Free Grommet Machine!

    We are offering a FREE Grommet Machine that comes with a Die Set and 50 pieces of Grommets (Sizes 5/16" or 3/8" to choose) with orders over $300 product price. This only includes combine orders of Printing Media Rolls (perforated window vinyl, high performance air release, scrim, blockout...
  20. Profile to use for Perf (Roland SC540, Wasatch RIP)

    Not happy at all with the results I'm getting. My normal everyday use profile, SAT up 30, Overprint 2. Thanks
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