Application of Vinyl Graphics to Acrylic Signs

When decorating acrylic sheet, selecting the right vinyl film for the job depends on a variety of factors: Requirements of the application Compatibility of the adhesive on the vinyl film with the acrylic sheet Durability requirements Customer expectations Budget Usually vinyl films stick to acrylic like white on rice. But not always.  Additives in the [ ]
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Dimples in Paper Application Tape

Dimples on a person’s face are usually regarded as being attractive and desirable. But dimples on the surface of paper application tape…not so much!  In fact, dimples in the application tape are aesthetically unappealing. In most cases, however, a little dimpling does not mean the roll is bad and can’t be used. Generally, sign makers can [ ]
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Safety and Latex Paints

In my articles on wall graphics I make a few recommendations on painting with latex paint. What I did not do was make any recommendations regarding safety. Who would  think that there are any health concerns when painting walls with latex paint? I never did. After all, latex paint is water-based and that’s safe, isn’t [ ]
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Choosing a Floor Graphics Overlaminate

Which Film is the Best? Today you have many more overlaminate options for floor graphics than were available ten years ago.  Polycarbonate and vinyl films most of which are pressure-sensitive are often used to protect floor graphics.   Heat-activated overlaminates are also available. Clear protective films can be applied to encapsulate the front [ ]
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Spray Painting Technique

In spray painting, there are many variables that can make or break a job. These variables include the air pressure settings for the compressor and the spray gun, the paint volume adjustment,  the fan adjustment and your spraying technique. Before spraying, be sure that you adjust the air pressure from the compressor to the setting recommended by...
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Cleaning Dry Erase Boards with Bleach

Dry erase films are subject to ghosting (those shadowy images of erased messages). People have tried all types of concoctions to remove ghosting. The remedies include washing the surface with a solution of vinegar and water, cleaning with straight rubbing alcohol or acetone as well as scrubbing the surface with toothpaste. Some hospitals use a...
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The Solvent Cure

What customer doesn’t want his job yesterday?  And of course, the customer is always right. So why not give them what they want? Your natural inclination is to print the job, laminate it, install the graphics and get paid. It makes good business sense, because if you don’t do it, your competitor will. I’m going...
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