Reverse Face Mounting Images onto Blocks and Acrylic Mounting Panels
At Acrylic Mounting Online, we understand the importance of preserving and elevating your treasured images. Whether you are displaying professional photography, standout art pieces, or family memories, the way your image is mounted transforms it from a simple print to a work of art.
Here at Acrylic Mounting Online, rather than simply direct printing, we use reverse face mounting onto acrylic mounting panels and blocks. This process results in unmatched clarity, colour depth and longevity.
What is Reverse Face Mounting?
Reverse face mounting is a premium display technique where a printed image is mounted to the back of a clear acrylic panel rather than being printed directly onto the surface. The image is viewed through the acrylic from the front, creating exceptional depth, clarity and colour vibrancy.
The process typically involves printing the image onto high-quality photographic media, applying a professional-grade adhesive film, and carefully bonding the image to the rear of the acrylic. A protective backing material, such as white vinyl or composite panel, is then added to enhance durability and presentation.
Because the image sits behind the acrylic, it is protected from dust, moisture and everyday handling while benefiting from the acrylic's optical properties. This creates a striking visual effect often seen in galleries, exhibitions, commercial spaces and modern homes.
Reverse face mounting is widely regarded as a premium alternative to traditional framed prints and direct-to-acrylic printing, offering superior image depth, vibrant colours and a sleek contemporary appearance.
Why Reverse Face Mounting Beats Direct Printing
Many companies offer direct printing onto acrylic. While this method can work for basic graphics or signage, it is not ideal for high-resolution photographic or fine art images. Direct printing onto acrylic does not offer the same depth and richness of colour as the ink sits on the acrylic surface rather than being bonded through a layered process.
In contrast, reverse face mounting involves firstly printing your image with a 12 colour wide format printer onto premium photographic paper, before then mounting it onto acrylic. This advanced printing method delivers incredible sharpness, smooth tonal transitions, and a rich colour depth that simply cannot be matched by direct printing alone. By starting with a high quality photographic print, we ensure your images are presented with gallery grade detail and vibrancy.
Once printed, your image is mounted face down to the rear of the acrylic surface using our premium double side permanent ultra clear adhesive film. This film creates an invisible bond between the photographic surface and the acrylic, which eliminates glare, bubbles and shadows. This effect makes your image appear as though it is inside the acrylic rather than sitting on top of it, giving a true HD like quality with exceptional clarity and tonal depth.
The Technology Behind Stunning Acrylic Mounts
Our process begins with printing your image on photographic paper using a 12 colour wide, format printer with 300dpi image quality. This type of printer gives far more range than the typical four or six colour process by adding far more scope to the colour range, which smoothes gradients and enhances detail reproduction. This results in a print with exceptional colour accuracy, sharp detail and smooth highlights and shadows.
This superior result is particularly evident in landscape photography, artwork or portraits where detail and colour transitions matter most.
Our printing process delivers an exceptional quality standard that you won’t find in standard direct acrylic printing. The final mounted piece maintains the integrity & quality of your original photo or artwork, all whilst enhancing its presentation.
How We Mount Your Image with Ultra Clear Adhesive
Once printed, we use a double side permanent ultra clear adhesive film to face mount the image to the back of acrylic panels and blocks. This ultra clear film is highly transparent so there is no discoloration from the adhesive that will affect your image. The result is smooth and uniform, preventing any distortion or bubbles, all whilst protecting your artwork for longevity.
This method bonds your image directly to the acrylic surface, and in doing so, the acrylic becomes the protective face of your print. The adhesive film effectively seals the print inside the acrylic, bringing out an impressive luminous quality. We offer acrylic blocks and acrylic mounting panels in various sizes.
The Benefits of Acrylic Blocks and Panels
Acrylic Blocks
Acrylic blocks offer a striking way to display images on shelves, desks or counter tops - perfect for portraits, wedding images and travel photography. Our blocks are free-standing, highly reflective & enhance the colour depth of your photographs or artwork.
As your photographic print is face mounted on to the back of the acrylic, the optical clarity of the acrylic adds a further dimension and brilliance to your image. The clarity of acrylic blocks makes colours pop, whilst also reflecting light elegantly in any setting.
Explore our range of acrylic blocks here, or read more about how to select the right size and thickness for your image.
Acrylic Panels
Acrylic mounting panels are ideal for wall displays, galleries and corporate spaces. When mounted using our reverse face mount technique, the panel displays your image with vibrant clarity and true to life colour depth. Panels provide a modern frameless aesthetic that compliments contemporary interiors.
Our collection of acrylic mounting panels offers a wide selection of sizes so you can find the perfect fit for your space and design needs.
Protection with White 3M Vinyl
After mounting your image, we apply a protective layer of white 3M Vinyl where appropriate. This adds additional UV resistance and longevity to your mounted print, whilst also masking the adhesive and backing layer for a clean visual presentation.
3M is a trusted global brand known for their outstanding durability and clarity. The use of white 3M Vinyl ensures your acrylic mounted piece remains vibrant and fade resistant over time, especially in light environments.
Reverse Face Mounting is the Premium Choice
Whether you are a professional photographer, interior designer or you simply appreciate a high quality display in your home, reverse face mounting offers a premium presentation that direct printing cannot match. Reverse face mounting not only provides superior image clarity and detail, it also enhances colour vibrancy and offers long-lasting protection for your displayed images.
Ready to Transform Your Images?
If you are looking to bring your favourite photos or artwork to life with brilliant colour, stunning clarity and a modern display style, our reverse face mounting process is a superior choice. Offering premium adhesive films, acrylic blocks, panels and protective finishes, we deliver professional quality presentation every time. Explore our wide range of options and start your order online today.
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