How can Shrink-Art Film be printed?

Shrinky Dink, Shrink Art Film

Our plain Shrink-Art Film is mostly screen printable, although it should also be printable via other conventional printing methods.  Please consult your ink vendor for specifics on ink formulations, etc.  For digital printing we offer our Desktop Inkjet Printable Shrink-Art Film, designed for consumer grade inkjet printers.  DO NOT put these products through PPC/Laser or … Read more

How should I clean LaserPro stencil film?

Laser-cuttable film and sheets

Before the film is cut, we recommend using only warm soap and water. Household cleaners, many of which are ammonia- or alcohol-based, will change the anti-fuse properties of the surface of the film.  This is also the case with solvents like paint thinner.  Once the film is cut, however, you may clean it with anything you’d … Read more

Can I print on LaserPro stencil film?

Laser-cuttable film and sheets

No. Unfortunately, we cannot recommend any printing method for LaserPro stencil films. The very feature that makes it laser-cuttable in stacks is what prevents ink and toner from sticking to its surface. If you need a laser-cuttable film that is also printable, we suggest you look at our Drafting Film products.  For more information on … Read more

Do you have laser cutting instructions for LaserPro stencil film?

Laser-cuttable film and sheets

No, we do not. There are many variables that will determine how LaserPro stencil films will cut, such as type of laser machine, setting options, and the thickness of the LaserPro film. LaserPro stencil films were developed more than 15 years ago, to be able to be laser cut in stacks of sheets and not be … Read more

Are Protective Film scratch resistant?

Image of surface protection film on clear plastic film

Both our low tack matte and extra tack matte protective film have surfaces that are designed to reduce scratching and marring. Our stock protective film product line is not hard-coated, but a hard-coated protective film is available on a custom order basis, and subject to minimum orders. Please consult with our sales team for more … Read more

How are Protective Films applied?

Image of surface protection film on clear plastic film

Both the protective film and your surface should be clean and free of any dust, oils or grease. Slowly remove the protective film from its liner and place the top edge in position, then gently smooth from the top downward and outward to remove air bubbles. To remove any bubbles, you can use an application roller or … Read more