We offer a variety of print media. Choose the one that works best for your needs. (See more details.)
What is the difference between Matte, Semi-Gloss and Economy Bond papers?
- Matte
- premium matte finish
- bright base for maximum color gamut
- very fade resistant: 1 to 2 years
- durable with ordinary care
- accepts heavy solid colors without paper "cockle"
- can be laminated and / or mounted
- Semi Gloss
- premium, luster-finish photobase paper
- brighter colors than matte finish
- gives more "pop" to photos than matte or bond
- long lasting: 1 to 2 years
- durable: can stand up to repeated use
- accepts heavy solid colors without paper "cockle"
- can be laminated and / or mounted
- Economy Bond
- matte surface
- least expensive paper
- good for short term needs: fades in 4 to 8 weeks
- least durable of papers
- backgrounds with heavy solid colors, like black or dark blue, will make paper "cockle"
- cannot be laminated and / or mounted
Compare the above to special High Gloss paper:
- High-Gloss
- brightest colors
- long lasting: a year plus depending on lighting conditions where displayed
- most expensive
- accepts heavy ink without paper "cockle"
- does not laminate well
- can be mounted
What is the differences among Banner, Valeron, Tyvek® , and Canvas?
- Banner Paper
- indoor banners only
- good for long term
- water resistant
- can be grommeted
- fade resistant
- Valeron
- indoor or outdoor banners
- ultra smooth printing surface
- very durable
- water resistant
- can be grommeted
- recyclable: no vinyl or plasticizer
- Tyvek®
- indoor or outdoor banners
- very high tear resistance
- non-glare matte finish
- very water resistant: after 24 hour drying time
- can be grommeted
- Canvas
- indoor or outdoor banners
- tear resistant
- high-texture matte finish, acid free
- water resistant
- can be grommeted
