Premium 12-Colour Wide Format Photo Printing
Quality matters when it comes to displaying your most treasured images. At Acrylic Mounting Online, we believe your photography deserves the highest level of detail, vibrancy and longevity. That is why we print images using 12 colour wide format printers on premium photographic paper, delivering stunning results with true 300dpi image quality.
Before investing in professional photo printing, it is important to understand the distinction between our 12 colour wide, 300dpi printing & standard direct printing methods. Not all printing processes are created equal, and the choice you make will significantly impact the final result.
Why 12 colour wide format printers make a difference
Professional 12 colour wide format printers are specifically designed for high end photographic reproduction. Unlike standard printers, 12 colour systems expand the colour scope dramatically. This means:
- Smoother gradients
- More accurate skin tones
- Deeper blacks and richer shadows
- Subtle highlight detail
- True to life colour reproduction
Our printers use advanced technology in comparison to standard solvent ink printing. Pigment inks produce finer detail, sharper edges and superior tonal range. Pigment ink also has a 75 year no fade lifespan, giving you peace of mind that your artwork will look as beautiful decades from now as it does from the time of printing.
By comparison, direct printing processes often use solvent ink or dye. Solvent ink is commonly used in signage printers and is designed for outdoor durability rather than photographic precision. Direct printing is like using signage printers to do photography printing. While solvent ink has its place in commercial signage, it simply cannot create the refinement and depth required for fine art and professional photography.
True 300dpi image quality
One of the most important aspects of professional photo printing is resolution. We print at true 300dpi image quality, ensuring every detail of your photograph is shown in the printed result.
This level of quality is not possible with direct printing methods. If you are looking for crisp, sharp detail, smooth tonal transitions and gallery level reproduction, pigment ink gives a far superior result that direct printing can not achieve.
With standard direct printing, our 12 colour wide, 300dpi image quality is not possible, therefore the result would not be as good. When you need the highest quality photographic printing, there is no substitute.
To help you decide on which style of acrylic mounting is best for your needs, you can read more about our various styles & thickness, to ensure the best possible outcome. Or read our complete guide to various panels, blocks frames & standoffs, to understand which option will suit you best.
Pigment ink versus solvent ink
Understanding ink technology helps explain why our process stands apart.
Pigment ink used in 12 colour wide format printers:
Outstanding colour accuracy
Superior tonal depth
75 years of no fading longevity
Perfect for archival fine art printing
Designed for photographic paper
Solvent ink used in direct printing and signage printers:
Built for outdoor signage
Limited colour depth in comparison to pigment ink printers
Lower quality fine detail reproduction
Not designed for gallery quality photography
Pigment based inks significantly outperform solvent alternatives in long term display quality. This makes pigment printing the preferred choice for professional photographic & signage needs.
When you are printing family portraits, wedding photography, landscape imagery or commercial artwork, the longevity and precision cannot be matched.
Why photographic paper matters
Printing onto our premium photographic paper provides a depth and clarity that solvent printing cannot replicate. The paper absorbs pigment ink in a way that enhances tonal grades and quality, with realistic contrast producing a true photographic finish.
Once printed, your image can be professionally mounted using our wide range of frame or print styles, creating a stunning glass like finish that enhances colour vibrancy and depth even further.
The result is a stunning presentation style that transforms photography into statement wall art.
Direct printing versus photographic printing
Direct printing involves printing straight onto acrylic or other rigid substrates using solvent based or UV signage printers. This process is suitable for commercial graphics and signage but when it comes to professional photography & artwork, it lacks the tonal range and resolution required.
In contrast, printing with 12 colour wide format printers on photographic paper achieves true 300dpi image quality, refined colour transitions and superior long term quality.
At Acrylic Mounting Online, we deliver premium results that do not compromise on print technology.
Designed for photographers, artists and designers
Our clients include professional photographers, artists, galleries and interior designers across Australia. They choose us because they understand the importance of:
- Accurate colour reproduction
- Quality materials made to last
- 75 year no fade resistance
- Professional craftsmanship
Whether you are producing exhibition pieces or statement artwork for your home or office, our printing and mounting process ensures your work is showcased in the highest quality result possible. Your artwork can be printed in various custom sizes & styles, to create a piece perfectly suited & tailored to your space.
Invest in quality that lasts
When you compare printing methods, the difference becomes clear, in that direct printing with solvent ink simply cannot achieve the same result. 12 colour wide format printers using pigment ink deliver superior colour, clarity and longevity. True 300dpi image quality ensures your images retain every fine detail. Pigment ink provides 75 years of no fading performance.
Your photography deserves professional photographic reproduction that stands the test of time.
If you are ready to transform your images into premium wall art, view our product range to get started today. Our team are experts in delivering exceptional print quality and presentation, ensuring every piece reflects the craftsmanship and care that defines Acrylic Mounting Online.
Experience the difference that our high quality photographic printing can make.
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