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ValuBoard

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Sintra

Gatorblanks

Gatorlite

Gatorplast

Gatorfoam

Dibond




All FAQs

ValuBoard FAQs

Why is ValuBoard only available with "natural" liners?
How can ValuBoard be cut?
Can ValuBoard be Die Cut?

Foam-X Recovery FAQs

What is Foam-X Recovery?
How is Foam-X Recovery used?
What gauges of Foam-X Recovery are available?
How is Foam-X Recovery cut?
Can Foam-X Recovery be die cut?
Can Foam-X Recovery material be embossed?
Can Foam-X Recovery be used outside?
Can Foam-X Recovery be painted?
What kind of photo mounting can be done on Foam-X Recovery?
What adhesives can be used with Foam-X Recovery?
Is Foam-X Recovery with acid-free cap sheets appropriate for archival grade mounting?
Can Foam-X Recovery be routed?
Can square or rounded corners be formed with Foam-X Recovery material?
How can learn more about Foam-X Recovery?

Fome-Cor Board FAQs

Can I get 1 inch thick Fome-Cor?
Are special cuts available in Fome-Cor?
What colors are available in Fome-Cor?

Fome-Cor Acid Free FAQs

Is Acid-Free Fome-Cor buffered?
What is the make-up of Acid Free Fome-Cor?
What thicknesses are available in Acid-Free Fome-Cor?

Fome-Cor Self-Adhesive FAQs

What type of adhesive is used on Self-Adhesive HT Fome-Cor?
How quick is the bond when using Self-Adhesive HT Fome-Cor?
With what type of mounts can I use Self-Adhesive HT Fome-Cor?
How soon can a print or photo be handled after being mounted using Self-Adhesive LT Fome-Cor?
Can a print that is wrinkled be repositioned when using Self-Adhesive LT Fome-Cor?
What means of applying pressure can be used when mounting with Self-Adhesive LT Fome-Cor?

Fome-Cor Heat-Activated FAQs

What is the correct heat setting and dwell time for Heat-Activated Fome-Cor when mounting in a vacuum press?
What is the correct heat setting and speed for Heat-Activated Fome-Cor when mounting using heat activated roller laminators?
Can I mount on both sides of Heat-Activated Fome-Cor?

Fome-Cor JetMount FAQs

How is JetMount Fome-Cor different than regular Fome-Cor?
What colors are available in JetMount Fome-Cor?
What is the largest size available in JetMount Fome-Cor?
Can JetMount be direct printed?

Sintra FAQs

What is Sintra?
How is Sintra used?
What gauges of Sintra are available?
Does Sintra come in colors?
What does Sintra weigh in comparison to solid PVC?
How do I cut Sintra?
Can Sintra be die cut?
How do I bond Sintra to itself?
How do I bond Sintra to other materials?
What happens to Sintra when used outside?
Why must I keep Sintra under 150F?
Can I paint Sintra?
How can I prepare the edges before painting?
What photo mounting methods can be used with Sintra?
Can Sintra be screen printed?
What are the fire characteristics of Sintra?
Can Sintra be heat bent and thermoformed?
What are the limitations when vacuum forming Sintra?
Is Sintra recognized by Underwriter's Laboratories UL?
How can I learn more about Sintra?

Gatorblanks FAQs

What kind of skins are on Gatorblanks?
What are Gatorblanks?
Can I order 32" x 40" Gatorblanks?

Gatorlite FAQs

Can GatorLite be die cut?
Can GatorLite be cut without using the standard woodworking tools that are required to cut Gatorfoam?
What types of paints are used to paint GatorLite?

Gatorplast FAQs

What are the facers on Gatorplast?
Do the facers of Gatorplast have to be primed or precoated prior to screen or digital printing operations?
Can Gatorplast be routed?

Gatorfoam FAQs

What is Gatorfoam?
Can Gatorfoam be used outdoors?
Can Gatorfoam be laminated?

Dibond FAQs

What is Dibond?
What is Dibond made of?
What sizes of Dibond are available?
What colors of Dibond are available?
How can Dibond be cut?
Why would I use Dibond instead of solid aluminum?
Can Dibond be bent into shapes like aluminum and other metals?
Do I have to seal the edges when using outdoors?
Can the surface be painted?
Can Dibond be used to mount digital graphics?
What kind of classification does this panel have that relates to fire?
Can I use Dibond in electrical signage applications?
Where can I purchase Dibond?
How can I learn more about Dibond?
Can you direct print ink jet inks onto Dibond Brushed Silver?
Can vinyl graphics be applied to Dibond Brushed Silver?
What type of adhesives will adhere to Dibond Brushed Silver?
Will paints adhere to the surface of Dibond Brushed Silver?
Will UV protective films extend the outdoor weatherability of Dibond Brushed Silver?
Will clear UV protective spray coatings work on Dibond Brushed Silver?



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