Expand Grand Fabric Design Guidelines

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Template Lines

Expand GrandFabric115.75”w x 94.5”h2940 mm x 2400 mmExtend all artwork to the artboard edge.Keep all critical elements inside the pink safe area.

Green Bleed LineStretch fabric can be difficult to predict. We require artwork extend to the Green Bleed Line to help ensure unwanted white does not show once finished.

Black Trim LineThe Black Trim Line is the estimated line where the graphic will be cut.

Pink Safe Area LineWe recommend logos or text remain within the Pink Safe Area Line.

For monitors, shelves and other accessories that require fabric to be cut please reference location of accessory on artwork.

Multiple Frames

Displays can be joined together in many configurations. We strongly discourage continuous lines across multiple displays. Graphics may be rotated different directions during printing which can change the amount of stretch. It's OK to break plain colors or a background between multiple frames, but stretch fabrics will present issues with straight lines or frames.

Creating spaces

Dynamic spaces can be achieved through the use of angles and doors. When using frames at 90˚ angles fabrics must be double sided to avoid an obvious seam on side of frame.

Door Seam

Curved Frames

Make sure your artwork is towards the center. Objects start to stretch towards the top and bottom on curved displays.

Using Text

Message should be simple and quick to grasp. Avoid fine print that may be hard to read on fabric. Large vector type presents well on a display. Consider the viewing distance of 15 feet / 4.5 meters when planning a design.

Using colorful images is better than white or light colors since it will minimize appearance of the frame. Depending on ambient light, frame may be more or less visible through the fabric.

Use of White

Images

Spanning an image across multiple displays will create problems with lineup once finished since the fabric stretch varies.

Images

Consider using separate images in series. We recommend images used are at least 125 DPI at full size. Remember to consider the viewing distance of 15 feet / 4.5 meters when planning a design.

Artwork Guidelines

InDesign CC: Accepted File Formats: PDF/X-4:2008

Expand prints directly from PDF/X-4:2008 Files.

Photoshop CC: Acceptable Formats: PDF/X-4:2008 or TIFF

Adobe Illustrator CC:Accepted File Formats:PDF/X-4:2008

What we need:

Recommended Software:

Artwork Guidelines

Pantone® provides a standardized system of color matching which enables us to determine what CMYK values are best to

Match.

If you would like us to provide a commercial color match,

alter the name of the Pantone® color, it should remain intactso that we can provide an accurate match.

For more detailed information regarding Pantone® colorsplease visit www.pantone.com

Pantone® Colors

before including them in your layout.

Image Resolution

Weight8.8 oz/yd2 (296 g/m2)

ConstructionWarp Knit 3 bar 100d x 150d

NFPA 701, Title 19, German B-1, CSFM F-90501; ASTM E84

Suggested ApplicationsBacklit, Geometric/Stretch Displays, Photographic Back Drops, Silicone Edge Graphics, Tension Displays

Description

excellent wrinkle resistant characteristics.

Successfully cleaning your graphics depends on following the below instructions. Results may vary depending on the contaminant, how dirty the graphics are and what fabric you are cleaning.

Spot CleaningFabric can be spot treated, as with typical laundry.Use mild soap and cold water.

Machine WashingFabric graphics can be machine washed in cold on a gentle cycle.

Do Not IronUse a hand or commercial steamer to eliminate any wrinkles or creases.

Some washing machines including commercial / industrial can be extremely punishing to your fabric graphics. The most gentle washing cycle option is strongly recommended.

Expand Powerstretch Material

Cleaning Instructions

Fire Rating