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Large Format Window Graphics Media Guide

December 10, 2013 By Digital Print Media Editor

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

Window print media on restaurant — Perforated window graphics such as this provides visibility from the inside out.

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

Green drops windows graphics — Cut vinyl is used to transform the entire exterior of this building

The red vinyl graphic is applied to concrete, glass, and drywall.

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

Clear film window graphic with printed motorcycle

Perforated Print Media: Window Graphics Image Gallery

June 5, 2013 By Digital Print Media Editor

Perforated Window Vinyl Fast Facts:

Perforated window vinyl usually consists of several layers – the top layer is white for printing, the next layer is usually dark grey or black (to block excessive light), followed by an adhesive coating which is covered by the release liner. Typically, the material is made of PVC vinyl and consists of a pattern of evenly spaced holes. The size of those holes determines the see-through viability when applied to glass surfaces.

The distance between the perforations determines the print coverage vs. visibility. “For example, 50/50 window perf film means that 50 percent of the material is printable area and 50 percent is perforation. Window perf comes in a number of different hole configurations; 50/50, 60/40 and 70/30 are the most common. The first number in this designation represents the amount of printable area and the second number represents the amount of open (see-through) area. Therefore, a 70/30 window perf has a larger printable area, but less see-through area, than a 50/50 window perf. “(https://sdgmag.com/article/wraps/perforated-window-film)