Support and More for Printers & Labs
Helpful content you'll find here includes:
Need support or tips on getting started with sublimation?
Please visit our support portal:
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Aluminum Display - Aluminum panels are lightweight, durable and made with 100% recycled material. Metal prints are the perfect medium for displaying artwork and photography.
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Wood/Fiberboard - A natural, traditional way to display photography and artwork without losing any detail or depth.
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Hardboard - An eco-friendly, versatile and durable surface option to display work.
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Coating Options - An extra measure of protection and vibrancy in a variety of options.
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
- In the hard surface dye sublimation industry, an image is printed onto dye sublimation transfer paper using dye-based inks and then transferred onto a specially coated surface with heat and pressure. The result is stunning with vibrant color and a unique dimensional quality.
- Sublimation Printer
- RIP Printing Software
- Heat Press
- Poly Fabric (to help wick away moisture)
- Blowout Paper
- Heat Gloves
- Heat Tape & Tape Dispenser
- ChromaLuxe Bare Products
- The first step is to complete the List Our Lab form on our Contact Us page. We will then respond with any additional, necessary requirements prior to listing your lab.
- No. ChromaLuxe’s unique coating allows prints to be showcased without the need for glass. ChromaLuxe metal prints are scratch resistant, waterproof, can be touched, and are easy to clean.
- Unlike other photo print media, ChromaLuxe metal prints are easy to clean. The metal prints can be cleaned with a cloth and any all-purpose household cleaner. The cleaner can be sprayed directly on the surface of the print and then wiped with a cloth as needed.
- ChromaLuxe metal prints were tested by Wilhelm Imaging Research and achieved a permanence rating of more than 60 years using two distinct ink sets. This rating is more than three times better than silver halide photo papers.
- ChromaLuxe aluminum and wood panels are not for permanent outdoor display. Any prints displayed outdoors will result in faster than normal fade.
- There are a variety of options that allow you to hang your print. Check with your supplier to see what they recommend for your size print.
- All information is broken out by substrate, and can be found at the following Quality Assurance page.
Spec & Tip Sheets
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Spec Sheet - Aluminum (.030)
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Spec Sheet - Aluminum (.045)
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Spec Sheet - FRP
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Spec Sheet - Hardboard (Dry Erase)
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Spec Sheet - Hardboard (Photo)
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Spec Sheet - MDF (Maple)
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Spec Sheet - MDF (White Base)
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Spec Sheet - MDF (Moisture Resistant)
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Spec Sheet - HDF (Moisture Resistant)
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Spec Sheet - Steel
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Table Tops: Sublimation and Assembly Tip Sheet
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Hinged & Easel Products Tip Sheet
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Mini Metal Easel: How To Attach
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Shadow Mount Assembly Tip Sheet
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Mounting Accessories Tip Sheet
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ChromaLuxe Photo Panels: Sublimation Overview
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ChromaLuxe Table Top Sublimation Steps
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Tip Sheet for Finishing Aluminum ChromaLuxe Panels
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Attribute Icons
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ChromaLuxe Logo
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Forms & Safety Data
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Aluminum Sublimation Check Sheet
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FRP Sublimation Check Sheet: Using 16x20 Heat Press
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MDF Sublimation Check Sheet: Using 16x20 Heat Press
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Steel Sublimation Check Sheet: Using 16x20 Heat Press
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THB Sublimation Check Sheet: Using 16x20 Heat Press
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Safety Data Sheet – Aluminum
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Safety Data Sheet – Fiber Reinforced Plastic (FRP)
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Safety Data Sheet – Oxi-Cure® 102 Oil
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Safety Data Sheet – Hardboard
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Safety Data Sheet – Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF)
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Safety Data Sheet – Natural Wood
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Safety Data Sheet – Steel
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Safety Data Sheet - Fibertite Prepress Sealer Material
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Chromaluxe
In Your Eyes
"I do adore metal prints as they allow me to get a depth and light quality unavailable with other surfaces for some of my more "artistic" prints. [From review]: The ChromaLuxe panels I reviewed were very high quality with regards to detail, color reproduction, and overall quality."
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