Canvas printing brings photographs to life and uniquely captures each special moment and memory. Commonly used in home decor by professional interior decorators or homeowners, photographic prints always attract substantial attention. They can be displayed in homes, reception halls; offices, or any public space where they can be admired for their true beauty.
Professional printers use specially formulated inks to produce high-quality prints and must follow a strict colour profiling process for superior colour accuracy. Photos are printed in high resolution and stretched around straight or rigid wooden frames resulting in a flat surface which helps light reflect evenly for an improved viewing experience.
After an image is printed, the canvas is trimmed to size, glued or stapled to stretcher bars or a wooden panel. Prints designed to flow over the sides of a stretcher frame are referred to as full-bleed. These images appear on the front and the sides of the canvas which greatly enhance the three-dimensional effect of the image.
Transferring photographic images onto canvas is sometimes used as a cheaper alternative to expensive framed artwork as no glazing is required. Frames also don’t need to be treated or varnished as they aren’t always visible. Photo prints are ideal gifts for family or friends but also makes for great trophies or prizes.
Quality Canvas Printing
The wrap-around border of the canvas always requires special care with a choice between picture continuation, or spot colour and pattern enhancements. Modern large format printers can print onto canvas rolls of 1.5 meters or more which makes this type of printing possible in many sizes. Estimated production time for a canvas print is about 48 hours. It could be less depending on specific requirements and the production capacity at the time of the order.
Some inkjet printers allow photographers and artists to print their work directly onto canvas but at a slow speed to ensure the highest possible quality. print Most common dimensions of canvas printing are 20 x 30 cm, 30 x 40 cm, 40 x 60 cm, and 60 x 80 cm but other variations are available.
Ordering Your Prints
Photo-onto-canvas prints are a particularly unique product offering that can take considerable time and effort to produce. To ensure accuracy and efficiency, professional printers require all files and documents to be delivered in advance. Depending on the establishment, this can be done through online file uploads, contacting the establishment or personally visiting the premises.
Professional printers will support quotations with written specifications where procedures will be discussed along with any special requests. A final illustration of the print will also be produced for personal approval. It is recommended that this is done in person at the printer especially for first-time canvas printing customers.