Frequently asked questions
How does it work?
The vertical wall printer uses a piezoelectric inkjet printhead to spray UV-curable ink directly onto the surface according to the design. Subsequently, the UV curing lamp dries the ink, completing the process of curing the ink.
How long do I have to leave the wall to dry?
The UV curing lamp dries the ink instantly, completing the process of curing the ink super fast.
Our wall is pretty long, is that okay?
There is NO length limit. However long, we can do it. We can also print up to 4 metres high.
Note* Due to the limitations of inkjet technology, there are margins in corners to adjacent walls, floors and ceilings. These are 23 cm on the left, 32 cm on the right, 25 cm on the top, and 36 cm on the bottom.
Can you print onto uneven surfaces?
Yes, we are capable of printing on uneven walls. To accommodate uneven walls, the printer head is able to extend and retract up to 10 centimeters. By utilising a horizontal track for adjustment, the printer can maintain its level position to accommodate uneven surfaces.
Can I see how it looks?
We can print your design with the same high-quality inkjet settings on normal paper that will give you a pretty good idea of how it will look in real life.
Does the ground need to be flat?
Yes, the ground needs to be solid and flat. If this is not the case a platform structure needs to be set up. The overall weight of the printer is about 90 kilograms, and if the 5 tracks applicable to the ground are included, the weight is about 120 kilograms. So it is essential that the floor is solid and stable.
What designs can be printed?
We can print virtually any graphic, sketch, image, logo or text!
What kind of image can the wall printer use to print?
Our printing technology is compatible with multiple image formats such as AI, EPS, JPEG, PNG, TIFF, PDF, etc. We recommend clients to use high-quality images for printing, with a resolution of usually 200dpi to 300dpi as the most suitable. These high-quality images can be obtained through professional digital cameras or directly created by Photoshop software.
How's the speed of printing?
Our printer has the capability to print with varying resolutions and speed, including 4, 6, 8, 12, and 16 passes. Its maximum printing speed can attain up to 3 square meters an hour.
Is the printed image durable? Which means waterproof, UV-resistant and scratch-resistant?
According to the ink we have used, we guarantee a minimum lifespan of 10 -12 years on indoor walls. It can be used for at least 3 years outdoors, and if coated with UV coating, it can be extended to 5 years. Our ink is highly water-resistant, scratch-resistant, and UV-resistant.
Which surfaces/substrates can be printed on?
Thanks to the high-quality UV ink we use and the design of our vertical wall printer with dual UV lamps, it is possible to print on almost any surface material. These include plaster, wallpaper, wood, brick, latex paint, stone, clinker, plastic, metal, glass, most tiles and many more are proven and work very well. If you want to print on a surface that we have not yet encountered we would always do a test print.
Is this the same as Vinyl printing?
No, we print directly onto the surface. It does not require installation after the fact.