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Painted or computer-cut vinyl lettering and graphics each have their good points, as well as their drawbacks. As artists, we prefer the versatility of paint, but vinyl has it's place as well. Each can be long-lasting, although we believe that paint is ultimately more durable & allows for greater creativity. The prices are comparable, but vinyl is probably a bit cheaper. Below is a breakdown of the good & bad qualities of each: |
Paint:
Advantages:
- allows for more artistic creativity
- easy to touch-up
- almost unlimited color possibilities
- can be more easily applied to uneven surfaces, such as brick walls
- can be done spontaneously with no need for computer layout
- most people consider it to be more classy, tasteful, artistic, interesting, & personal
- temporary lettering is more economical when done with paint
- generally, no sales tax
Disadvantages:
- lettering removal can damage painted surfaces
- colors such as red, maroon, purple tend to fade more quickly
- drying & curing time can be inconvenient
Vinyl:
Advantages:
- provides a uniform image for repetitive lettering
- can be applied by customer
- somewhat easier to remove from vehicles without leaving surface damage
- cuts "machine-perfect" lettering
- images can be stored in computer for later use
Disadvantages
- difficult to touch-up
- can be difficult to apply
- limited selection of colors
- design hindered by limits of computer programs
- near-perfect lettering lacks character
- usually sales taxable
If you may be interested in vinyl lettering/graphics, please read more about raster vs. vector art here...
http://www.rjsigns.net/index.html,
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