Signs & Banners
FAQ
Have you ever had a question about your custom
sign or vinyl
banner project and either didn't know where to find the answer?
If so, you've come to the right place. As the name would suggest,
this section is a compilation of answers to the questions our
clients commonly ask. Just start by following one of the links
below.
If you think of question that is not on this list, please click
on "Ask Us a Question" and let us know what you're
thinking. If enough people
ask the same question, we'll post the answer in this section
for future visitors.
- What is screen printing?
- How long does it take
for you to complete my
order?
- What is a "proof"?
- What are quantity breaks?
- How do I go about getting
an estimate from you?
1. What is screen printing?
The screen printing process
itself is relatively simple.
A screen (similar to a window screen but much finer) is stretched
tightly on a square, rectangular, or tubular frame. Part of the
screen is blocked with a stencil, leaving open mesh areas that
will become the printed image. Next, ink is deposited on the
screen and a flexible plastic or rubber blade (referred to as
a squeegee) is used to press the ink through the areas of the
screen not blocked by a stencil. As the ink passes through the
screen, the design is "printed" on
the item below.
With advances in techniques, inks, and automation screen printing
allows images to quickly and affordably be placed on just about
any surface, from t-shirts to mugs.
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2. How long does it take for you to complete my order?
This varies depending on
the type of project we are
producing for you. Some jobs can be produced in minutes and others
may take days depending on the complexity or simplicity of the
job. Let us know when you need your job completed and we'll let
you know if it can be done. We go to great lengths to meet your
most stringent demands.
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3. What is a "proof"?
A proof is a way of ensuring
that we have set your type
accurately and that everything is positioned according to your
requirements. Typically, we will produce a proof which will be
sent to you online or printed on paper which can be viewed at
our office or delivered to you in person. We do not start a your
project until you have signed off on a proof.
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4. What are quantity breaks?
Designing artwork and setting
up our equipment to manufacture
your job takes the same amount of time and work whether we produce
one or a million items. When we quote a job we will typically
include different quantities so that you can see which is the
most economical for your needs.
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5. How do I go about getting an estimate from you?
Well, since you are here,
we would suggest you use
our online estimate request form. Otherwise, the best way to
ensure that we get all the information necessary to do an accurate
quote, give us a call and talk with one of our customer service
representatives.
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Where creativity comes in all shapes and sizes! Call Sylvan
Signs today at 503.430.8072!
