{"id":3526,"date":"2019-12-25T12:41:16","date_gmt":"2019-12-25T17:41:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sinalite.com\/printersuccess\/?p=3526"},"modified":"2025-05-28T18:09:32","modified_gmt":"2025-05-28T22:09:32","slug":"large-format-substrates-every-printer-should-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sinalite.com\/printersuccess\/large-format-substrates-every-printer-should-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Large Format Substrates Every Printer Should Know"},"content":{"rendered":"

The large format industry is a large part of the printing industry (no pun intended) and sometimes goes by the name of wide format printing. It\u2019s a competitive market with plenty of small sign shops vying to become their clients\u2019 go-to printer. <\/span>
\nOne of the ways to get ahead is to become a one-stop sign shop that offers all the products that they need. We recommend that all printers get familiar with these common large format substrates so that they can offer them to their clients before their competitors can.<\/span><\/p>\n

Coroplast<\/span><\/h2>\n

Coroplast<\/a> is corrugated plastic. A good way to describe it to clients is to let them visualize a piece of cardboard made entirely out of plastic. Coroplast is available in different thicknesses. <\/span>The most common ones are 4mm, 6mm, and 8mm.<\/span>
\nCoroplast is generally used for signage such as yard signs, A-frame signs, and real estate hanging signs. <\/span>It is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use because it\u2019s sturdy, lightweight, and waterproof. The surface is also easy to clean.<\/span><\/p>\n

Vinyl<\/span><\/h2>\n

Vinyl is a tough, flexible material made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC) resin and mesh. There are many different types of vinyl that you can use to print anything from banners to wall decals. The weight, texture, denier (thickness of the threads), and weave density are different depending on the type of vinyl.<\/span>
\nSome of the most common types of vinyl for banner printing<\/a> are:<\/span>
\n13oz Vinyl<\/strong>
\nThis type of vinyl is often used for standard indoor or outdoor vinyl banners. It can have a matte or glossy finish. The matte finish is particularly good for reducing glare.<\/span>
\nAdhesive Vinyl<\/strong>
\nThe adhesive can be permanent or removable. Always test its adhesive\/removable properties first before applying it to a large area.<\/span>
\nPerforated Vinyl<\/strong>
\nThis type of vinyl has tiny holes in it that allow light to pass through. It\u2019s perfect for window graphics because it allows passerbys to see your message without considerably impacting the lighting of your store.<\/span>
\nMesh Scrim Vinyl<\/strong>
\nThis type of vinyl allows for air to pass through, which makes this material ideal for windier outdoor areas. It\u2019s usually printed with a backer that is peeled off before use.<\/span><\/p>\n

Foam Board<\/span><\/h2>\n

Foam boards<\/a> are amazingly lightweight for their bulky size. They work great indoors as trade show signage or displays, but we don’t recommend them for outdoor use as they can also be damaged easily. A common foam board stock that large format printers print on is 4mm foam core (approximately 0.16\u201d).<\/span><\/p>\n

Styrene<\/span><\/h2>\n

Styrene<\/a> is a light but durable plastic material. Some of the most common styrene materials are thin enough to be flexible (such as the popular 20pt styrene), so they can be rolled for storage or transportation, but don\u2019t fold them or they\u2019ll crack. They are waterproof and has strong scratch-resistance.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sintra<\/span><\/h2>\n

Sintra<\/a> is made from PVC and is waterproof just like styrene, but the surface of sintra boards are a little easier to scratch. It is, however, still a popular choice for smaller outdoor signage. You can also cut and scored Sintra easily.<\/span>
\n3mm is one of the most common thicknesses of printed sintra. At this thickness it cannot be rolled but its lightness still makes it easy to transport.<\/span><\/p>\n

Magnet<\/span><\/h2>\n

Large format printing produces car magnets<\/a> that turn an unbranded vehicle into a moving advertisement. Magnets are measured in mils (1 mil = 0.001\u201d), with 30 mil as one of the most common thicknesses. <\/span>
\nMake sure a magnet stays safely on a vehicle by adding rounded corners. This helps it cling to the car better. You should never use car magnets with bent corners as this increases their chances of falling off.<\/span><\/p>\n

Canvas<\/span><\/h2>\n

Canvas<\/a> is a strong, coarse cloth often associated with art. Storage and transportation for canvas is easy because you can roll it or fold it lightly<\/span>. It comes in different weights, thicknesses, and textures depending on the materials in the weave.<\/span>
\nSome clients may want to wrap their canvas around a frame. In this case, you should leave approximately 1 inch for the wrap.<\/span><\/p>\n

Print on All These Large Format Substrates<\/span><\/h2>\n

If your print shop currently doesn\u2019t have the ability to print some of these large format substrates, we recommend partnering with a wholesale trade printer who can. An example of a reliable trade-only printer is SinaLite<\/a>, which offers high quality printing on all of the substrates mentioned in this article. That way, you won\u2019t have to turn down a potential client.<\/span>
\nDo you print on any other large format substrates? Share them with us in the comments.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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