Substrates for Wide Format Printing

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There are numerous substrates that can be used in your project. We maintain an inventory in a variety of substrates including the following:

Poly Poster: Poly Poster products give you the look of photographic media without the high price. Durable, versatile and tear-resistant, these media are an excellent choice for producing indoor banners and grommets can be easily added thanks to the thick polypropylene base.

Photographic Paper: Produces glossy prints for high-quality photographic output and excellent light stability for indoor display.

Coated Paper: Coated Matte Print Papers are versitile and used for short-term indoor posters, signs, low-cost composites, maps, charts, etc.

Vinyl Scrim Banner: If your aim is to produce bold, vibrant indoor and outdoor advertisement, the long-lasting durability and flexibility of Kodak Vinyl and Banner materials is your solution. Each of our Vinyl and Banner products offers tear and water-resistance, and the ability to be contour cut, grommeted and sewn.

Other Materials: Do not be afraid if we haven't listed a specific material you are interested in. Feel free to contact us about a specific substrate. We have a strong network of suppliers and can have most materials delivered for production with 48 hours.

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Which coating/finish is best for my project?

A matte laminate might be used in a courtroom, for presentations, or were there might be intense lighting. Most point-of-purchase materials and special event posters utlize gloss finish to get attention with vibrant colors that "Pop" off the substrate.

Gloss finish have a tendency to enhance (make brighter or more vibrant) colors. As with any shiny surface, glare can become a problem in well-lit areas, but it can help create the most visually stunning image.

Matte finish can help reduce the "glare" from lighting, but will not produce a piece with as much "pop."