Custom Canvas Printing Online - Some Simple Pointers
Ordering a custom canvas print is not as straight forward as you might think and there are a
number of Items of importance that you should pay heed of.
Image Quality for Custom Canvas Prints
Given that custom canvas prints are much larger than your average photo print you must consider
the quality of the image you intend to have printed. Some companies provide
online tools, others will check the quality of the image once you have placed
you order and some I'm sure will simply process your order. However even where
image quality is being checked there are differing views on what is
satisfactory. For example some would suggest that a minimum dpi (dots per inch)
is required whereas others would stress this is dependent on the
subject/composition of the image itself. I would always advise performing a
quick check yourself and it really couldn't be easier - simply open the image
and expand to the full size of the screen. Lets say your monitor is 20 inches
wide and you would like the canvas print to be 30 inches wide, zoom in so that
the image is the equivalent to one and a half screens wide. This is clearly not
an exact science for many reasons but it does provide an approximate indication
as to the quality you should expect and therefore help you to make a decision.
You should also bear in mind that the canvas will be hung on a wall and viewed
from a distance, so don't sit with your nose pressed against the screen!
Quality of
materials for Custom Canvas Prints
When
ordering a canvas it is wise to check the quality of materials being used.
Firstly you should check that the frame is made with artists stretcher bars.
These will have rounded edges to prevent canvas cracking, mitre joints and
corner keys to allow the custom canvas to be pretension as it has a natural tendency
to stretch and sag over time. Secondly the quality of the custom canvas being used.
Better quality canvas provides archival properties whereas cheaper canvases can
deteriorate and yellow over time. Also will the canvas be veneered? Although
purists prefer a natural finish most would like their prized canvas to be
protected both against fading and abrasion.
Communication for Custom Canvas Prints
If
you are interested in custom canvas prints please visit our site for customize canvas prints. Once you
have decided on a photo and the size of custom canvas you want stretched there are
still a number of issues to address. The first is what wrap you would like
(i.e. the top/bottom/sides of the frame), should it be left unprinted, do you
want the photo wrapped around the canvas or perhaps a mirror effect? The next
issue is that most photos will require some cropping to ensure the best
composition. You may then desire further editing or effects. All of these bring
us to the topic of proofs. In short the order process for a canvas should not
be instant and turned around in no time at all, there should be close
communication between both parties. The supplier should take care to ensure
that the canvas you receive is exactly as you would wish. After all, you want
to enjoy it for years to come.
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