PRODUCTION SPECIFICATIONSAdhesive Graphics Specifications
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Choose the combination that best fits where the finished graphic will be installed, how long it needs to remain in place and how it will be handled. Adhesive products vary in tack level, removability, transparency, surface compatibility and environmental performance. Compare the options below to select the right orientation, adhesive material, protective finish and installation preparation for the project.
Adhesive performance depends on the mounting surface, cleanliness, texture, indoor or outdoor exposure, expected service life and removal requirements. Review the material descriptions and application notes before choosing a film, cling, wall, floor, window or vehicle graphic.
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Size & Orientation
Enter the finished width and length in inches, then choose the direction that matches the artwork. Custom sizing works well for window, wall, floor, vehicle and general adhesive applications.
HorizontalWidth is greater than height
Landscape layouts are common for banners, storefront graphics, wall signage, fence graphics and wide display panels.
VerticalHeight is greater than width
Portrait layouts suit standing signs, window graphics, narrow wall graphics, directional panels and other tall displays.
Printing
Adhesive graphics are produced in full color on the selected material. The printed face is designed to be viewed from the intended display side.
Full Color Front OnlyFull-color face · reverse unprinted
The standard choice for most adhesive graphics, posters, mounted signs, banners and display pieces viewed primarily from one direction.
Material
Choose the adhesive material according to the mounting surface, required removability, transparency, exposure and expected service life. Use the descriptions below to compare everyday vinyl, specialty adhesive, static-cling, floor, wall, vehicle, reflective and window products.

Standard Vinyl3mil Standard Gloss Vinyl; 3mil Standard Matte Vinyl
Versatile everyday adhesive vinyl for clean, smooth surfaces.
Highlights: Cost-effective; general-purpose; smooth; indoor/outdoor; gloss or matte
Best for: General signs; windows; smooth panels; promotional graphics
Consider: Not for difficult low-energy surfaces; not a vehicle-wrap substitute
Finishing: Lamination can add abrasion/UV protection.

High Tack Vinyl3mil High Tack Gloss Vinyl; 3mil High Tack Matte Vinyl
Stronger-bond adhesive for surfaces where standard vinyl may not hold reliably.
Highlights: Aggressive adhesive; durable; stronger bond; gloss or matte
Best for: Low-energy plastics; textured/difficult surfaces; equipment
Consider: Harder to remove; surface testing recommended
Finishing: Lamination recommended where abrasion is expected.

Low Tack Vinyl3mil Low Tack Gloss Vinyl; 3mil Low Tack Matte Vinyl
Temporary adhesive vinyl designed for easier removal.
Highlights: Removable; lower initial tack; temporary; gloss or matte
Best for: Temporary promotions; short-term window/wall graphics
Consider: Not for long-term exterior exposure or difficult surfaces

Clear Vinyl2mil Clear Vinyl
Clear vinyl keeps unprinted areas transparent.
Highlights: Transparent; see-through unprinted areas; clean window appearance
Best for: Glass; windows; transparent overlays; decals
Consider: White ink may be needed for opacity
Finishing: Consider white ink depending on artwork.

Translucent Vinyl5mil Translucent Vinyl
Translucent vinyl is engineered for graphics viewed with light passing through the sign face.
Highlights: Light-transmitting; illuminated appearance; durable
Best for: Backlit sign faces; light boxes; illuminated displays
Consider: Color appearance changes when illuminated

Static Cling7mil White Static Cling; 8mil Clear Static Cling – Mount From Inside; 8mil Clear Static Cling – Mount From Outside
Static cling attaches to smooth glass without permanent adhesive.
Highlights: No adhesive; removable; reusable; white or clear; inside/outside mounting
Best for: Windows; seasonal promotions; temporary retail messages
Consider: Best on clean smooth glass; dust can affect performance

Backlit FilmBacklit (Illumination) Film
Designed for vibrant graphics in illuminated display systems.
Highlights: Translucent; high color; illuminated display
Best for: Light boxes; menu boards; transit/display cases
Consider: Requires suitable illumination

Dry EraseTurns printed graphics into a reusable write-on/wipe-off surface.
Highlights: Writable; erasable; reusable
Best for: Schedules; planning boards; menus; classrooms; offices
Consider: Requires compatible markers and cleaning

Dual ViewDual View Printed Both Sides; Dual View Printed One Side
Designed for windows where the display may be viewed from both sides.
Highlights: Two-sided viewing; window-facing graphics; different messaging by side
Best for: Storefront windows; doors; glass partitions
Consider: Artwork setup depends on one-sided vs two-sided printing

Floor GraphicsFloor Graphics For Carpet; Floor Graphics For Indoor; Floor Graphics For Outdoor
Floor graphic systems matched to carpet, indoor hard floors or outdoor surfaces.
Highlights: Surface-specific; durable; indoor/outdoor/carpet variants
Best for: Retail floors; directional graphics; events; sidewalks
Consider: Use the correct system for the actual floor surface
Finishing: Floor-rated lamination where required.

Floor GripDurable printed surface intended for walkable graphics.
Highlights: Textured; durable; walkable
Best for: High-traffic indoor floor messaging; wayfinding
Consider: Surface compatibility and cleaning matter

AlumiGraphics FloorFloor Graphics AlumiGraphics™
Conforms to rough pedestrian surfaces for durable outdoor floor graphics.
Highlights: Conformable aluminum-based media; textured-surface capable; outdoor capable
Best for: Concrete; asphalt; sidewalks; rough exterior surfaces
Consider: Surface condition and installation technique matter

ReflectiveReflective media increases nighttime visibility.
Highlights: High visibility; reflects light; outdoor capable
Best for: Vehicle markings; equipment; nighttime signage
Consider: Depends on light source and viewing angle

Permanoodle®Specialty media for clean professional wall/display applications.
Highlights: Specialty wall/display media; smooth application; durable
Best for: Interior graphics; branded environments; specialty walls
Consider: Confirm wall/surface compatibility

Repositionable FabricTextile look with easier installation and removal.
Highlights: Fabric texture; repositionable; removable; premium appearance
Best for: Wall murals; temporary décor; exhibits; interior branding
Consider: Wall condition and paint age can affect performance

Magik-Stik™Repositionable Magik-Stik™
For graphics that need easy positioning and removal.
Highlights: Repositionable; removable; smooth installation
Best for: Temporary wall/window promotions; changing displays
Consider: Confirm surface compatibility

Roodle®Repositionable Roodle®
Repositionable option for interior graphics.
Highlights: Repositionable; wall-friendly; removable
Best for: Interior wall graphics; promotions; décor
Consider: Test sensitive or freshly painted walls

Wallnoodle®Repositionable Wallnoodle®
Designed for removable interior wall graphics and murals.
Highlights: Wall-focused; removable/repositionable
Best for: Interior wall graphics; murals; branded spaces
Consider: Wall paint and texture affect performance

Vehicle Wrap VinylVehicle Wrap Gloss Vinyl; Vehicle Wrap Premium Vinyl
Engineered for durable exterior graphics and conformability.
Highlights: Conformable; outdoor durable; professional wrap film
Best for: Cars; trucks; vans; fleet branding; partial/full wraps
Consider: Professional installation recommended
Finishing: Lamination typically recommended.

Photo Tex™Wall Graphics Photo Tex™
Removable fabric wall graphic suited to murals and interior displays.
Highlights: Fabric-like; removable; repositionable; premium wall graphic
Best for: Murals; exhibits; offices; homes
Consider: Check wall condition/paint compatibility

AlumiGraphics WallWall Graphics AlumiGraphics™
Conforms to challenging textured surfaces.
Highlights: Conformable; textured-surface capable; durable
Best for: Textured walls; masonry; specialty installations
Consider: Surface testing important

DreamScape™Wall Graphics DreamScape™
Premium decorative wallcovering for interior environments.
Highlights: Premium wallcovering; textured; high-end appearance
Best for: Hotels; restaurants; corporate interiors; feature walls
Consider: Professional installation may be appropriate

EnviroScape™Wall Graphics EnviroScape™
Interior wallcovering for decorative branded environments.
Highlights: Wallcovering; interior décor; environmentally positioned
Best for: Corporate interiors; hospitality; retail feature walls
Consider: Wall preparation matters

SuperWal™Wall Graphics SuperWal™
Durable printed wall surface for branded interiors.
Highlights: Durable wall graphic; professional finish
Best for: Retail; offices; exhibits; feature walls
Consider: Confirm wall preparation

Window PerfWindow Perf (One-Way)
Displays printed imagery while maintaining visibility through perforations.
Highlights: Perforated; see-through; one-way visual effect
Best for: Storefront windows; vehicle windows where permitted
Consider: Lighting balance affects effect; check regulations
Finishing: Adhesive and non-adhesive variants.
Lamination
Protective films can change surface finish, cleanability and durability. Choose a compatible laminate when the graphic needs added abrasion protection, a gloss or matte appearance, or a reusable dry-erase surface.

Gloss LaminationAdds shine and protection while increasing color saturation.
Highlights: High sheen; color pop; abrasion protection; easier cleaning
Best for: Photos; retail graphics; outdoor vinyl; vibrant signage
Consider: More glare under strong lighting
Finishing: Use only with compatible media.

Matte LaminationReduces glare while adding surface protection.
Highlights: Low glare; refined; abrasion protection
Best for: Indoor displays; premium graphics; bright-light environments
Consider: Less color punch than gloss

Dry Erase LaminationTurns compatible printed graphics into reusable write-on surfaces.
Highlights: Writable; erasable; protective; reusable
Best for: Calendars; scoreboards; planning graphics; menus
Consider: Requires dry-erase markers/cleaning
Cutting & Preparation
These finishing operations prepare compatible adhesive graphics for installation or a custom finished shape. Artwork may require a clean vector cut path, and cut lettering or separate shapes may require weeding and transfer masking.

Contour Cut?Artwork setup
Artwork Setup for Cut to Shape (Contour Cut)Create a closed vector path that follows the exact finished shape of the graphic. Place the cut path on a separate layer above the print artwork and name the layer CutContour.
- Cut path: Use a spot color named CutContour. Set the path to stroke only with no fill.
- File setup: Keep the CutContour path as vector artwork. Do not flatten or rasterize it.
- Safety: Keep important text, logos and critical design elements safely inside the cut line.
- Shape: Avoid extremely small details, sharp inside corners and narrow projections; these may need adjustment for reliable cutting.
- Bleed: If printing extends to the finished edge, extend the background past the CutContour path so cutting variation does not leave an unwanted white edge.
Contour Cut (Custom Shape)
Follows a defined path to produce a custom-shaped graphic.
Highlights: Custom shape; follows artwork path
Best for: Decals; logos; lettering; shaped signs
Consider: Requires clean vector cut path; intricate shapes may need adjustment
Finishing: Artwork: vector contour path on separate named spot-color path/layer.

Vinyl WeedingRemoves excess vinyl around contour-cut elements.
Highlights: Removes unwanted vinyl; prepares cut lettering/shapes
Best for: Cut vinyl lettering; logos; separated decals
Consider: Fine details increase labor and limit minimum size

Transfer MaskingHolds individual cut vinyl elements in position during installation.
Highlights: Keeps cut elements aligned; installation aid
Best for: Vinyl lettering; multi-part logos
Consider: Mask is removed after installation
Turnaround
Production speed depends on the selected material, finished size, lamination, cut-to-shape work and artwork readiness. Rush options are available only when the selected configuration qualifies.
3–4 Business DaysStandard production
Best for most estimator projects and configurations where normal production scheduling is acceptable.
2 Business DaysA faster production option for qualifying projects when you need your graphics sooner than the standard turnaround. Availability depends on the selected size, material, printing and finishing options.
Next Business DayRush production
For urgent production-ready projects when the selected material, size and finishing qualify for next-business-day completion.
Same Business DayFastest rush option · cutoff applies
Available only for eligible configurations submitted production-ready before the applicable cutoff. Shipping or delivery time is separate.
Artwork
Choose the workflow that matches how ready the print file is. Submit production-ready artwork now, provide it later, or request design assistance when the graphic still needs professional setup.
Upload Print File NowArtwork is ready with the order
Upload the production file during ordering so preflight can begin without waiting for a separate file submission. PDF is preferred when practical.
Upload Print File LaterProvide artwork separately
Use this when pricing or order setup needs to be completed before the final production file is ready. Production timing begins after usable artwork is received and approved.
Request Design Service (Bill Later)Design / prepress assistance required
Choose this when the project needs layout, cleanup, resizing, contour-path setup or other design assistance before it can move into production.