FAQ - Canvas Print - Photo on Canvas
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- What is a Canvas Print?
- Do you use real canvas?
- Is the print water-resistant?
- Do you manufacture 'in-house'?
- What sizes can you manufacture?
- What resolution (DPI) should I make my photo?
- What thickness are the stretcher frames?
- What is a stretcher frame?
- What materials are Print Lounge stretcher frames made from?
- Does my Canvas come pre-stretched around the stretcher frame?
- What custom print and finishing options do you have for Canvas Prints?
- Can you turn my photo into split or multiple panel canvases?
- What about colour matching or colour space?
- How do I clean and care for my Canvas Print?
What is a Canvas Print?
A Canvas Print is a replication of an image or photo printed onto canvas material or artificial canvas paper. The printed canvas is then wrapped around a stretcher frame, which is usually made from soft or hard wood.
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Do you use real canvas?
Yes. At Print Lounge our direct printing technologies allow us to print on real heavy weight canvas. We do not use artificial canvas papers.
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Is the print water-resistant?
Yes. The print is water-resistant but not outdoor durable.
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Do you manufacture 'in-house'?
Yes. All our Canvas Prints are printed and manufactured in-house in our UK Midlands based premises.
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What sizes can you manufacture?
At Print Lounge we are proud to be able to offer complete custom sizing for Canvas Prints up to a maximum continuous sheet size of 4000 x 2500mm (4 x 2.5m). If you cannot achieve your desired size using our online Photo 2 Art software please get in touch and we can process your order manually.
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What resolution (DPI) should I make my photo?
Firstly, *in all cases* we recommend sending your photo or digital file to us at it's original size and resolution. We will automatically re-size the image for you to get the optimum result based on our printers specifications.
For our particular printing process, one of the most common and degrading mistakes made when enlarging an image to a larger print size, is to force the pixel count or DPI resolution setting to stay the same or higher than the original. This is because in most, if not all, cases an unnecessary amount of digital noise, called pixelation or interpolation, is generated during the process. This results in enlarged images that are not as sharp as the original, with a noticeable blurring or pixelation effect. Again, in most cases this can be avoided by allowing Print Lounge to re-size your image for you. You do not need to ask us to enlarge your image, we will automatically do it for you.
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What thickness are the stretcher frames?
- Standard: 25mm (2.5cm)
- Chunky: 45mm (4.5cm)
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What is a stretcher frame?
A 'stretcher frame' is the name used for a style of frame that holds a canvas painting or canvas print. Usually made from soft or hard wood, the stretcher frame literally keeps the canvas stretched so that a flat surface is maintained through tension in the material.
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What materials are Print Lounge stretcher frames made from?
Print Lounge use high quality, museum grade, hardwood stretcher frames. Made from premium Tulipwood.
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Does my Canvas Print come pre-stretched around the stretcher frame?
Yes. Each Canvas Print is pre-stretched around the stretcher frame and is delivered ready to hang.
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What custom print and finishing options do you have for Canvas Prints?
When ordering your Canvas Print online you will have the option to choose from a comprehensive range of finishing options. These include frame depth options, print wrap options and split panel options. For more information on finishing options please see our Canvas Print product pages.
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Can you turn my photo into split or multiple panel canvases?
Yes. At Print Lounge we have a range of split panel options available by using our online Photo 2 Art software. To upload your photo and get started click here.
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What about colour matching or colour space?
Ideally, the colours you see on your computer screen are what you will see in the print. However, this is rarely the case and the subject of colour management and colour space is vast and complex. As a general rule of thumb we recommend using sRGB.
It is a common misconception that if everyone uses the same colour profiles that our images will look the same on all devices and all printers. Although the same colour profile might be in use across different devices not all device components are the same. For example; different monitors are made with different components, and different printer manufacturers use completely different ink technologies. There are also differences in the light and colour of your viewing environment. So there will always be variations in colour.
At Print Lounge we are confident at getting good results. However, if colour reproduction is super critical, we recommend sending a hard copy image for us to colour match to.
You can find a useful article on colour management and colour space here.
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How do I clean and care for my Canvas Print?
You can use a soft damp cloth with non-abrasive cleaners. For tougher surface grime, warm, lightly soapy water can be used.
Getting the print slightly wet will not cause any damage.
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