Wide Format Print Media Applications and Tips
Take a moment to browse these creative window film applications and let your mind wander as you become inspired for your next project.
Looking to take on a project that incorporates window graphics? Window graphics media can range from frosted polymeric PVC films for an etched glass look to perforated vinyl that can be applied to windows on vehicles. Cut vinyl graphics can be used as an architectural design element and transform an entire interior or exterior environment. See different examples of large format window graphics below.
Perforated Media – Available in various ranges of visibility, this type of media can yield excellent image quality. When applied to vehicle windows, it is common to use media with at least a 50% open area for maximum visibility.
Product example: PanoRama Innova 40
Cut Vinyl / Marking Films – Cut vinyl graphics can serve a variety of purposes and applications including vehicles, architectural design, and windows. New textured films have recently hit the market that give the appearance of stained glass, leather, wood grain, and number of metallic finishes – just to name a few. For examples of printable window films, see Clear Films below.
Product Example: PERMACOLOR® PermaFlex® DecoLam
Clear Films – This media type is available in various textures such as frosted translucent face stock for an etched glass look, or can it be an entirely clear and print-ready.
Product Example: REBEL RB599H
For this product spotlight, we printed a brick pattern on perforate window vinyl. The material used is panoRama 1520 black/white adhesive perforated vinyl with 30% open area. The black backing and precise perforation pattern provides maximum color contrast and great visibility. panoRama 1520 by Continental Graphix offers 80% printable area and provides maximum color pop, superior detail and privacy. For more info, visit: https://www.davinci-technologies.com/panorama-1520/
MACtac offers a high-quality frosted translucent window film for a premium etched glass look. This wide format print ready material is ideal for widow, backlit, and P.O.P/Indoor applications. The polymeric PVC film is available in 3.1-mil thickness and contains a micro-structured adhesive backing for bubble-free results.