What are HD Metal Prints and How Are They Made?

What is the Process?

There are 3 important factors necessary when creating the best metal prints. You need the best equipment, best materials, and best color management to achieve a true HD Metal Print.

My prints are created by the best - Artbeat Studios. First, they only use the latest and greatest Epson Printers and upgrade regularly as new technology becomes available. They use genuine Epson archival inks and Epson transfer paper which creates the highest resolution image possible. Second, They only use Chromaluxe brand aluminum sheets for the best vibrance, clarity, and longevity on the market. Finlay, the most challenging and important of all these factors is color management. For the widest color gamut possible they work in the Adobe RGB 1998 color space. This enables them to produce the most vibrant print possible while maintaining the most accurate color.

Rather than printing your image directly onto aluminum which results in a lower resolution print that scratches easily, they use the Dye Sublimation Process! During the dye sublimation process, the image is first printed onto a transfer paper with "dye" inks then "sublimated" into the aluminum sheet with heat and pressure. At this point, the inks are bonded with the aluminum for permanent protection and longevity! Because the inks are infused beneath the coating of the metal these prints are also scratch-resistant and hold up perfectly in moist environments. Unlike other print mediums, you can wipe away fingerprints easily with a soft microfiber cloth and glass cleaner, which will leave your HD Metal Prints looking new for a lifetime!

Chromaluxe aluminum has been revolutionary for the healthcare industry due to the surface of the material being so easy to clean & maintain, as well as its inherent resistance to bacteria and other pathogens. Additional benefits include lightweight, water-resistant, flame-resistant, and fade-resistant. Recent test reports show the ChromaLuxe brand has more than 3x better permanence than Kodak Silver Halide Prints, resisting fading for 65+ years!

Mounting HD Metal Prints

Artbeat Studio uses sustainable natural birch wood. This is their most popular option and gives an organic feel to your print. The frame is 3/4" deep which makes your image appear to be floating off the wall.

Wall mounts come with a cleat hanger, level, and necessary screws.