Frequently Asked Questions
What are the limits on the format?
Minimum ceiling height: 2.5m
Image Height: From floor level:
- Bottom of image 30cm (plus skirting board height)
- Top of image up to maximum of 2m
Margins:
- Top 40cm, Bottom 30cm (plus skirting board height)
- Image centred: 90cm from left wall and 90cm from right wall
- Image aligned Left: 10cm from left wall to 90cm from right wall
- Image aligned Right: 90cm from left wall to 10cm from right wall
Image Width: Unlimited
Floor clearance: The floor area in front of the wall at a distance of 90cm needs to be level and free of any obstacles
Ceiling clearance: The ceiling area in front of the wall at a distance of 90cm needs to be free of any obstacles
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How does the Print A Wall wallpen operate?
The vertical print operates with four separate DOD-Inkjet (Drop-on-Demand) print-heads using CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black) colors. The device drives automated on a steered patented platform on wheels laser-sensor controlled along the wall without rails.
Which backgrounds/substrates can be printed?
We use a very resistant plastic-like UV ink, that cures immediately under the integrated UV curing lamp and can almost be used on any kind of substrate. So plaster, wallpaper, wood, brick, paint, stone, plastic, most tiles and many more are proven and work very well.
What’s the print resolution?
Depending on your image we print in 185×185 dpi, 370×370 dpi or 370×600 dpi.
Generally, we raster & print everything in real 370 x 600 dpi. making it finely detailed on the wall.
Which formats can be printed?
You can practicably process and print any graphic image, sketch, or picture, no matter if raster or vector. So AI, EPS, TIF, PNG, JPG, BMP are acceptable. Graphic software like Photoshop® is used to prepare your images. The WallPen® Image Processors work on .tif or .png files.
How long does it take to print an image?
From 0.8 sqm/h to 4 sqm/h depending on the selected quality and resolution. There’s no clean-up beforehand or afterward required.
Which ink is used?
Specially formulated, plastic-like, low-odor WallPen® UV ink made in Europe to meet their strict environmental standards.
How long does the ink last?
The ink holds its quality 3 years outdoors and up to12 years indoors.
Is the printed image UV resistant, scratch proof and durable?
A transparent UV coating can also be applied making it highly scratch proof.
I am tired of a print. Can I remove it again?
Yes! A print can normally be painted over in two or three layers at any time. It is only necessary to sand wood or, as with metal or concrete, to work with sand or glass bead blasting technology.
I want to print text & logos. Is this an issue?
Not at all! The WallPen® is ready in minutes and prints even small text and coloured logos next to and onto doors and hallways. The device is the ideal signing solution for any kind of office or in hospitals, hotels and many other facilities.
I have just an old paper template. Can I print it?
With a simple flatbed scanner we have already achieved fantastic results by scanning with high resolution. The processing and printing of old templates, drawings, sketches, photographs or paintings work wonderfully and the results are really outstanding.
From any paper to oversized artwork on the wall!
