Frequently Asked Questions
Materials
Rigid Material
Corrugated Plastic
Coroplast® is Ideal for indoor and outdoor graphic applications. Tougher than corrugated fiberboard, lighter than solid extruded plastic, waterproof, weather resistant and stain resistant, Coroplast is the material of choice for the screen printing industry. Commonly used for lawn signs and A-Frame insertsPVC- Available in 1/4", 1/8", and 1 mil (1/16")
KOMATEX is a lightweight closed-cell, free foam, rigid PVC sheet. It is homogeneously colored with a matte finish that is tough and versatile enough for many of today's applications. KOMATEX can be sawed, drilled, bent and fabricated using ordinary (plastic) tools and fasteners. KOMATEX is manufactured to be used for interior and limited exterior applications.
KOMATEX is the preferred expanded PVC sheet for uses requiring the following characteristics:
- Chemical and corrosion resistance
- Moisture resistance, very low water absorption (will not rot)
- Low flammability (UL-94 VO flame rating), perfect for tradeshow and exhibit hall use
- Thermal and sound insulation (absorbs vibrations and oscillations)
- Approved for use where food is processed or sold
- Similar surface finish on both sides of the sheet
- Matte surface; ready to accept most inks, paints and vinyls
- Ease of fabrication with ordinary plastics hand tools
- Easily bonded to similar material and many other materials
KOMATEX expanded PVC sheet are not harmful to human health or the environment in their manufacture, application and disposal. KOMATEX is free of lead, cadmium and barium and complies with national and international regulations protecting health and the environment.
Enviroboard
Corrugated paper board. Manufactured from 100% renewable and recycled material. Has "stay flat" characteristics. Very Strong. Board doesn't dent as easily as foam board. Can handle heavy retail product displays. Can and should be placed in cardboard recycle bin when finished. Great for custom cut signage and pop displays.
Aluminum Composite- Omega Bond TM
Solid Core aluminum composite panel- used for permanent outdoor signs. Solid core composition prevents bowing, warping, swelling, and delaminating.
Our cutter can cut this material into shapes that fit your design. Commonly used to round edges to avoid injury from corners, cut holes for screws.
Construction: Features double or single-sided painted aluminum bonded to a solid polyethylene core making them rigid yet lightweight
Benefits:
- Optimal for direct digital printing, bending, routing and cutting
- Extremely flat, durable, and moisture-resistant
- Solid core composition prevents bowing, warping, swelling, and delamination
- UL Recognized Component
Recommended Applications:
- Scoreboards
- Billboards
- Real Estate Signs
- Highway Signage
- Government Spec Work
- Fascias
- Canopies
1/2 Alum/Plywood; LusterBoard TM -Painted aluminum bonded to both sides of a furniture-grade exterior plywood core
Construction: Hardwood core is composed of a premium, exterior furniture-grade plywood, featuring smooth, tight, sanded veneers for optimum surface beauty
- Factory-baked polyester painted aluminum surfaces cover both sides of the hardwood core, creating a smooth, glossy finish
Benefits:
- Light, yet rigid construction, allowing for easier handling and installation
- Available in 12 colors, LusterBoard’s Colorfast surface is warranted not to fade, flake, or peel
- Easy to fabricate with standard carpentry tools
- Stronger and lighter than MDO panels
- Cut-outs
- Wall- & fence-mounted signage
- Billboards
- Post & panel signs
- Scoreboards
- A-frame signs
Soft Material
13oz Banner - Our "standard" banner material Key Banner
- 13 oz, single-sided
- Available in matte and gloss
- 1000x1000 denier, 9x9 scrim
- Fire retardant, meets NFPA 701
- Indoor and outdoor use
- Tear and fade resistant, resists curling
- Printable with solvent, eco-solvent and uv inks
- All banner 60" width and above are subject to additional shipping and handling fees when shipping small parce
15 oz. Blockout Banner - Key Banner double-sided, blockout
- 250 X 500 denier, 18 X 12 scrim
- Fire retardant, meets NFPA 701
- Indoor and outdoor use
- Printable with solvent, eco-solvent and UV inks
- All banner 60" width and above are subject to additional shipping and handling fees when shipping small parcel
Mesh Banner - ULTRAFLEX 13 mil Strip Mesh Plus
Premium Bannerstand Material ULTRAFLEX 15 MIL
SuperSmooth PET Blockout is a 15 oz. smooth, scrimless, blockout banner material. This media is engineered primarily for indoor use and has a no curl formula giving it a lay-flat appearance without having to use hemming tapes. The blockout layer in SuperSmooth PET Blockout is made of matted PET, which allows for easier separation during the recycling process. It is best suited for double sided signs and banners that hang or are installed in banner stands. Widths range from 38 - 126”.
Economy Banner Stand banner material; ULTRAFLEX DSS 12 Blockout
These flexible Blockout materials may be printed on both sides and are typically used for applications such as Pop-up or scrolling banner stands, tradeshow and events graphics, POP and any hanging banner or sign where banner opacity is needed. Thickness; 15 mil
Wall Vinyl
We offer wall vinyl in permanent, temporary, and stretching to fit onto brick walls
Holiday Cards
