Topic: laminating (Read 1439 times)

jim t · « **on:** April 21, 2009, 03:53:16 pm »

Do I need expensive tools to dry mount or laminate?

I'd like to protect an image for outdoor use and was wondering if I could apply some sort of film onto a print with a cheaper heat gun or something.

framah · « **Reply #1 on:** April 21, 2009, 04:32:37 pm »

Yes, you do ... and no you can't.

You need a heat press which puts out an even heat and pressure to assure the proper adhesion. A heat gun can't do that.

Take it to a framer and pay them to do it right.

jim t · « **Reply #2 on:** April 21, 2009, 08:56:19 pm »

Anyone experience mounting to hardboard outdoors?

I was also thinking of using vinyl adhesive paper and liquid laminate with clearstar for protection.

Would this solution hold up to outdoor weather..?

petermarrek · « **Reply #3 on:** April 21, 2009, 08:58:45 pm »

You also want to make sure that the laminating film you use is not PVC based because it will be water resistant, not waterproof. You should use a polypropylene based film and make sure that your print is perfectly dry before laminating to prevent bubbles from forming beneath the laminate. Peter

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