Floor Graphics

Floor graphic can be an effective form of advertising or used in homes and commercial spaces. They can transform a space with unique designs and 3D illusions. In years past, floors were not considered an optimal place for advertising because print media could not stand up to the heavy wear of foot traffic. Thanks to advances in print media there is now a variety of floor graphic vinyl and other substrates designed specifically for floor surfaces including concrete, asphalt, wood, title, and carpet. See examples of how floor graphics can be used below:

Printing & Cutting Floor Graphics with HP Latex

October 12, 2017 By Digital Print Media Editor

Learn how to create and install amazing floor graphics avoiding solvent wait time and laminating right away with no delays. In this video, you will see demonstrations for printing and cutting indoor and outdoor floor graphics and the correct media to use.

Products featured in the video: Mactac IMAGIN JT 5822P, Mactac PREMAFLEX 6400, Mactac STREETRAP, Mactac STREETLAM and HP Latex Print and Cut Solution

Are you using the right laminates for your floor graphics?

February 24, 2017 By Digital Print Media Editor

Why is it important to use an overlaminate for floor graphics?

Although there are a variety of floor graphic media types that do not require overlaminates, however most standard vinyl require lamination to be suitable for floors. Using overlaminates provides protection against scuffing, abrasion, moisture, and UV light. This important protective layer will seal the graphic, making it suitable for heavy foot traffic. Overlaminates also make the image pop and add depth to the graphic.

These overlaminates are specifically engineered for use with pressure-sensitive floor graphic films and meet or exceed various public safety requirements and industry standards for slip resistance.

MACtac offers several overlaminates specifically designed for floor graphic applications:

MACtac® PermaFlex PF6400 – 3.75-mil clear, glossy, textured, and slip resistant polyolefin film. Perfect for any indoor application.

MACtac® PermaFlex PF6500 – 4.3-mil textured vinyl

MACtac® PermaFlex PF6300 – 5.0-mil clear vinyl ﬁlm with a textured lustre ﬁnish that helps eliminate glare and provides a very unique and pleasing viewing surface. Perfect for any indoor application

PERMACOLOR® FloorGrip PP6600 – the ONLY ANSI/NFPA B101.3 certified laminate on the market. 6.0-mil clear matte polycarbonate film

For more information on overlaminates by Mactac, contact DaVinci Technologies

5 Clever Stair Graphics

January 10, 2017 By Digital Print Media Editor

5 examples of stair graphics:

Sign with Soul stair graphic. Image via Pinterest

Nike advertisement stair graphic. Image via Pinterest

Tourism ad for timetothaw.com. Image via Pinterest

Homer Simpson donut elevator graphic. Image via Pinterest

“Pantone Colors” stair graphic. Image via Pinterest

Application Spotlight – 3D Floor Graphic of Bottles in Ice

October 6, 2016 By Digital Print Media Editor

This 3D floor graphic advertisement was commissioned by Lech Beer of Poznań, Poland. The graphic is situated in an outdoor patio setting and was installed on concrete using Alumigraphics GRIP. Made of pliable aluminum foil, the product features a 1 year expected life performance. It is designed to withstand heavy foot traffic and harsh weather conditions such as rain, snow, and exposure to sun. This product features built-in characteristics that eliminate the need for an overlaminate.

DaVinci Adds CourtWrap, A High-Performance Floor Graphic Media

August 8, 2016 By Digital Print Media Editor

panoRama CourtWrap is a new high-performance floor graphic print media specifically designed for athletic surfaces such as basketball/volleyball courts. It is ideal for a variety of smooth, flat indoor surfaces including painted metal, glass, tile, sealed concrete, sealed wood, etc… When used with panoRama CourtWrap Protect, a non-slip ASTM D-2047 & R10 certified textured laminate, these products are the ideal floor graphic solution for athletic surfaces.

Available in 54″ x 100′ rolls, panoRama CourtWrap is easy to install, remove, or reposition. It is made of durable 8 mil polyester (PET)/vinyl, making it ideal for long term applications. panoRama CourtWrap has an application of 6-12 months when used indoors on floors and 24-36 months for wall and window applications.

panoRama CourtWrap Protect is a 4.7 mil textured vinyl laminate featuring a permanent, clear, acrylic adhesive and a 63gsm siliconized paper liner. It is offered in 54″ x 100′ rolls, and is ASTM D-2047 & R10 certified (slip resistant), a key feature for floor graphic media.

Learn more:

panoRama CourtWrap

panoRama CourtWrap Protect – Textured Non-Slip Laminate

Architectural Wraps

April 18, 2016 By Digital Print Media Editor

Architectural wraps utilize space on walls, floors, and windows a create a dramatic visual experience. They can be an especially effective form of advertising and an attention-grabber for retail settings, trade shows, restaurants, museums, exhibits, and residential spaces. The following images provide examples of how architectural wrapped are being used to transform interior spaces.