Name: Backlit Film Poster Prints for Light Boxes
Brand: Posters
SKU: BACKLIT001
Price: 19.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Features
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Features

Backlit film is the print medium for lightboxes or any application that entails shining light from behind. Backlit posters are weatherproof, scratch-resistant, and can withstand UV sunlight. A backlit film is a durable option for indoor or outdoor lightbox graphics in lobbies, theaters, stores, event venues, and transit stations.

Although many customers use our large photo gloss posters for lightboxes, a long-term, brighter solution consists of prints on backlit film. Composed of a 9mil semi-rigid material and glossy topcoat, backlit signs or posters allow customers to showcase fabulous imagery and messaging. Your signage stands out with vivid backlit graphics and superior light diffusion for home or commercial use.

We do not sell lightboxes.

About the Film

Our nine mil, 275-gram polyester backlit film media is known for durability and incredible image quality, and color saturation. The film coating resists flaking when cut and is scratch-resistant. This media is highly flexible and ideal for indoor or outdoor displays in high-traffic areas.

Details

Custom Sizes Welcome

We can provide many customized dimensions other than the ones listed in the above form. Please contact us with your project details for custom pricing. We can go up to a 59" width and 129" height. The smallest we can go to is 12" in width and 12" in height.

Turnaround Times

Two to three business days plus shipping time.

Custom Backlit Posters are Beautiful

We implement a unique technique for backlit film printing that results in ultra-quality and translucent finishes with bright colors under artificial or natural light. Promote your movie premier, specials and sales, or brand name attractively.

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Printing Backlit Posters FAQ

What are backlit posters?

We make Backlit Posters using a 9mil semi-rigid transparent material that allow light through for superior light diffusion. These prints work well for placement inside lightboxes found at theaters and outdoor signage spots.

How should I make my backlit poster file?

Just a few things to remember for setting up your artwork. Make sure you create your design at a resolution of 200 dpi or higher at full scale. Add 0.5" bleed on all sides of your artwork for a 1-inch total.

Does the backlit poster come with hardware?

No, we do not sell hardware for backlit posters at this time.

Can I place backlit posters outside?

Place your backlit posters in lightboxes that provide UV protectant sheets such as styrene or acrylic.

Why is my backlit poster printed dark?

We intentionally print backlit posters dark, so true colors show once placed inside a lightbox.

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Digital Proofs For Backlit Posters

If a digital PDF proof is vital, please let us know in the "Messages / Deadlines" area, and we can usually send one within 6 - 8 business hours ($5 per artwork). Typically, proofing is not necessary for wide-format printing.

Digital proofs will alter turnaround by adding one extra day. Turnaround begins once you approve the artwork for production.

Art Specifications

Unlike our large poster printing, we use solvent ink instead of dye for printing on backlit film. Please quickly review the below art specifications for high-end printing on backlit film.

Please add a one-inch trim area to your file. For instance, if you intend to print a 24x36 or 27x40 backlit poster, the files should be 25x37 or 28x41. We cut a half-inch from each edge. We will handle the dimension changes if you do not provide that extra space.
Try to ensure your image file will be at least 200 dpi. 300dpi is the standard setting considered high-quality. We will accept as low as 200 dpi for most large-format printing. Many designer applications export art files as low web-graded 72dpi or 132dpi - so be careful. Those images may look incredible on your forgiving monitor but not so great via print.
We like PDF or JPG files but will accept other standard file types such as BMP, EPS, PNG, or TIF. If you work in Photoshop or Illustrator, flatten layers or outline fonts before exporting. Review the "export" settings to ensure you are not inadvertently compressing your art.
Unlike our other large format products, we print backlit posters in CMYK color mode. We will print large posters, watercolor prints, and panoramic prints in RGB, but not backlit signs, since we use a different technology that is solvent-based.

Backlit Film Poster Prints for Light Boxes