This media is ideal for printing photo quality stickers, decals and labels using home inkjet printers. This product is not suitable for laser printers. The media is made from a PP vinyl film and not PVC like other products. PVC contains around 30% by weight of Chlorine and produces toxic fumes if incinerated. PP on the other hand will generate only carbon dioxide and water.
Home inkjet printer inks are around 80% water and dilute when exposed to water but once printed with dye based inkjet inks the media does entrap the inks and become water resistant, in that the images will not run when exposed to moisture, but they are not to be considered waterproof. When printing with pigment inks the print is less durable (as you would expect with photo papers etc) due to the nature of pigment inks laying on the surface and not absorbing into the media
IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS BEFORE PURCHASE:
This product uses a clear film backing sheet which allows us in the manufacturing process to achieve a higher gloss level. Some printers (particularly the lower end models) do not properly feed clear film backed sheets. We strongly suggest you purchase the 5pce pack and test the product in your printer before purchasing larger amounts. If you are going to be cutting out your stickers using a cricut cutting machine we strongly suggest our paper backed product to minimize the risk of the sheet not adhering to the cutting board.
This product is not designed for commercial or outdoor use. This is a hobby product and is designed for home use. Home inkjet printers typically use dye based inks which tend to fade quickly when exposed to direct sun or high amounts of UV light. Whilst it is not recommended some buyers do use it for commercial purposes by coating the sticker with an overlaminate or protective liquid to prolong fade life and enhance durability.
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