Window Perf.

[nitro2010]

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 breaking the bank?

Thanks

 

[Dan360]

We've settled on ContraVision over the years, decent price and it lasts. Our shop windows were done in ultraflex about 4-5 years ago, and apart from some fading they're still looking good (some edge sealed, some not). I just didn't like how the ultraflex printed.

 

[BigfishDM]

Yeah, give me a shot! Sell lots of perf all over the country and in here, have some great deals right now.

 

[BigfishDM]

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 breaking the bank?

Thanks

You should always use edge tape regardless, fyi.

 

[jimmmi]

I never used edge tape all these yeears with perf and never had any problem. Even on vehicles

 

[strypguy]

Just sent back two rolls of clear focus for defects in the adhesive. Anyone else using this brand and having any issues lately?

 

[Dan360]

Just sent back two rolls of clear focus for defects in the adhesive. Anyone else using this brand and having any issues lately?

We stopped using it because of similar problems over a year ago. Most common was laminate separating from perf during install.

 

[Reveal1]

We've had good luck with Fellers house brand Solvex for Latex.

 

[eahicks]

We stopped using it because of similar problems over a year ago. Most common was laminate separating from perf during install.

Sounds like a laminate issue or maybe an ink issue, not the perf.

 

[Dan360]

Sounds like a laminate issue or maybe an ink issue, not the perf.

Agreed, but it was their laminate recommended for their perf so it was hard to trust it after. We did use it for several months without issue beforehand.

 

[nitro2010]

I print using either a Roland XC-540 or and Epson S80600. I usually don't laminate, because it seems to take away form the colors.

 

[Asuma01]

I print using either a Roland XC-540 or and Epson S80600. I usually don't laminate, because it seems to take away form the colors.

You dont laminate your perf? The holes fill with dust and eliminates visibility.

 

[Reveal1]

We mostly spray laminate using clearstar. Explain the differences (better dry visibility, temp wet distortion, dirt) and customers usually elect that. I keep samples in shop to demonstrate. We don't laminate if 6 mos. or less. Also set expectation that perf is good for 1-3 years tops and more difficult ($) to remove the older it gets.

 

[Reveal1]

Dust in holes a minor issue - easy to hose clean.

 

[BigfishDM]

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 breaking the bank?

Thanks

Ever seen this one!? You should show your clients that you can do this also!

https://www.instagram.com/p/B38NqjmB-_Y/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

 

[SignMeUpGraphics]

Ever seen this one!? You should show your clients that you can do this also!

https://www.instagram.com/p/B38NqjmB-_Y/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

That is a glorious use of holo... suits the theme 1000%.

 

[Squared2002]

Has any heard of the House Brand from Montroy Supply called "Moncor" they make a 70/30 or at least they claim to make it but all the data looks to be a Chinese Manufactured Perf? We have a sales person that has a relationship with Montroy trying to corner us into buying it but I can get the House Brand (Que Media, QM-OWVCL) from Laird for $200 cheaper a roll. If I am buying Chinese Crap I would rather save a little money if possible but don't know enough about either brand to determine if one is better than the other for UV Printing? Graphic takes about 9 rolls, goes on outside glass on the side of a building, and is only up for about a month. Thoughts?

 

[Inks]

I print using either a Roland XC-540 or and Epson S80600. I usually don't laminate, because it seems to take away form the colors.

Even with the recommended optically clear lam?