What Are Metal Prints?
Metal Prints represent a new art medium for displaying photographic art. By infusing dyes deep into the specially coated metal, the prints take on a magical luminescence. You’ve never seen a more brilliant and vibrant print! They are scratch-resistant and waterproof making them ideal for kitchens, bathrooms or any high traffic area. Images printed with this process will last for generations when displayed indoors and out of direct sunlight.
The old masters like Rembrandt built their paintings with many translucent layers of ink. This is why a Rembrandt is like no other painting. The multi-dimensional effect achieved by layering, gave a unique luminosity to their work.
The same is true of a Metal Print. Special dyes are infused into a thick translucent coating. Through dye sublimation, images are infused directly into our specially coated sheets of metal, to create the most luxurious, vibrant and long lasting photo medium in the world. People that see a metal print for the first time, often think that the print is backlit.
How Permanent are Metal Prints?
Images printed with my labs signature process will last for generations when displayed indoors and out of direct sunlight. They use only ChromaLuxe metal and the longest lasting sublimation inks. Like any fine art print, Metal prints should not be exposed to direct sunlight. However, they can be hung outdoors if they are out of direct sunlight. Metal prints have an archival value that is better than the best giclee’s and photographic papers. Plus, Metal prints have an additional benefit over other processes in that they are waterproof and have an ultra-hard coating that is virtually scratch proof.
Rochester Institute of Technology has conducted accelerated aging tests on metal prints and show an archival value of 2 to 4 times the image stability of traditional silver based photo papers. In addition to RIT testing, another highly respected testing facility, Wilhelm Imaging Research has substantiated the superior archival characteristics of ChromaLuxe metal prints.
Why a Metal Prints?
1. The colors are extraordinarily vibrant and the depth of the coating gives photos a luminous quality that no paper print can achieve. The best reason to buy a Metal print is for the incredible look.
2. Because the image is infused into and not onto the special coating, the prints have an archival value and durability without the need for a protective glass. In fact, these prints are not only scratch-resistant, they are also waterproof. This makes them ideal for hanging in bathrooms, kitchens and other areas where paper prints would be susceptible to water damage. Displaying without glass has several advantages: viewing images is more intimate, there is no possibility of breaking the glass during shipment or while on display, and the glare is reduced.
3. Economy: A conventionally framed print with matting, frame and protective glass will cost over twice the price of a similarly sized Metal print complete with a contemporary frame.
What type of mounting do you offer?
I currently offer 2 mounting options: Float Frame, and Hanger Mount
For the ultimate modern look, our Float Frame makes for a stunning presentation of your metal print. The brushed anodized aluminum frame floats your print 1.3″ out from the wall for an amazing look. It provides much better edge protection than the Hanger and has a more finished look. No wonder the Floating Frame is our most popular framing method! A preinstalled wire enables you to hang your print right out of the box.
Hanger mounts are great for images up to 24×30, sizes above that I require the Float Frame for added durability. The hanger mount requires a nail to securely mount the print on your wall. The Hanger provides a very economical yet effective way to hang your metal print right out of the box. The 5″x5″ aluminum Hanger floats your print 1/2″ off the wall. For prints larger than 16″x20″, the Hanger is reinforced with a black 3/4″ thick rigid backer.
