When it comes to printing large wall murals, posters, building wraps, or bumper stickers, finding the right material is crucial. That’s where Photo Tex comes in. Photo Tex has been the number one selling self-adhesive fabric in the world for almost 20 years, with over a million rolls sold. In this blog, we’ll explore what makes Photo Tex so unique and walk you through the different options available, so you can choose the perfect Photo Tex material for your printer’s ink set and project needs.
What is Photo Tex?
Photo Tex is a self-adhesive fabric made from 100% polyester woven textile. Unlike wall vinyl’s, Photo Tex offers a premium touch and a soft, low glare appearance. One of the standout features of Photo Tex is its repositionable adhesive. This adhesive, supported by multiple US patents, allows you to install the fabric for as long as you need it to stick, and then remove it without leaving any residue behind.
The Photo Tex Product Line
Over time, Photo Tex has expanded its product line to cater to a variety of applications and printer compatibility. To help you choose the right Photo Tex product, let’s take a closer look at the different constructions available.
1. Photo Tex Original
The Photo Tex Original is a translucent fabric with 70% opacity. This means that when using the original product, you’ll see 30% of the wall color or surface below, especially in unprinted white space. The translucency of this fabric allows it to be used as a backlit material, which is a unique advantage. Photo Tex Original is best for single print installations, such as wall posters, door graphics, bumper stickers, and window installations. It is not recommended for murals with overlapping seams, as the seams may be visible through the fabric.
2. Photo Tex High-Tech
Photo Tex High-Tech is similar to the original Photo Tex, but with a 50% stronger adhesive. This makes it ideal for hard-to-stick surfaces like cement, textured walls, smooth floors, and even tight weave carpets. If you need an aggressive yet removable adhesive, the Photo Tex High-Tech is the perfect choice. It also comes with two different inkjet receptive top coats, High-Tech EX and High-Tech EXs. High-Tech EX is compatible with aqueous printers, while High-Tech EXs has a new and improved water-resistant, wipeable, and durable coating, making it suitable for solvent, eco-solvent, latex, resin, or UV printers.
3. Photo Tex Opaque
For those who want to completely block out what’s beneath the fabric, Photo Tex Opaque is the answer. This fabric is 99% opaque and offers a true blockout option for Photo Tex users. It is perfect for multi-panel wall murals and wallpaper, where the blockout layer hides overlapping seams. The blockout layer also provides more structure to the fabric, allowing for better contour cutting. If you’re printing contour cut wall graphics or stickers, be sure to use the Photo Tex Opaque with a 60° blade on your Suma or Graphtech Cutter. Photo Tex Opaque is available in two versions: Opa and Opas. Opa is compatible with aqueous, latex, and resin printers, while Opas is designed for solvent, eco-solvent, and UV printers. Note that the Opas product does not have the new coating for added durability and UV protection.
Choosing the Right Photo Tex Product
With so many options available, it can be challenging to determine which Photo Tex product is best for your specific needs. To make the process easier, you can visit it-supplies.com/phototex, where you’ll find all six Photo Tex constructions and the available sizes for each product. If you have any further questions or need personalized recommendations, our team at itsupplies.com is ready to assist you. Simply give us a call or send us an email, and we’ll be happy to help!
Conclusion
Photo Tex is truly an incredible product with a wide range of applications. Whether you’re printing wall murals, posters, graphics, or stickers, Photo Tex has the perfect self-adhesive fabric for you. By choosing the right Photo Tex product for your printer’s ink set and project requirements, you can achieve stunning results. Visit itsupplies.com/phototex today to explore the full range of Photo Tex options and start bringing your creative vision to life. Remember, when it comes to self-adhesive fabric, Photo Tex is the number one choice for professionals around the world.
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