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Today, we want to talk about the "difference in production methods" that anyone planning to create acrylic goods must know.
When making keychains, Corotto (thick acrylic blocks), or acrylic stands with your favorite characters or precious designs, you might worry if the colors will look the same as on screen, or if they will break easily. The key keyword to solve that worry is the "Lamination Method."
Let’s take a closer look at how the Normal method differs from the Laminate method and why the Laminate method is preferred.
1. Difference in Production Method: The Position of the Print Surface is Key!
The most core difference between Normal production and Laminate production is the placement of the printed surface. Unlike Normal production, where printing is done on the acrylic surface, Laminate production prints between layers of acrylic.
- Normal Method (Standard Printing)
- Structure: A method where [Color + White] printing is applied directly to the back of a 3T (3mm) thick acrylic plate.
- Characteristics: When viewed from the front of the acrylic, the printed matter appears through the acrylic, but if you touch the back, you can feel the texture of the print.
- Laminate Method (Double-Sided Bonding Printing)
- Structure: A sandwich structure layered in the order of 2T Acrylic + [Color + White] Print + 1T Acrylic.
- Characteristics: The printed matter is completely enclosed "between" the acrylic layers. A key feature is that you feel only the smooth texture of acrylic no matter where you touch the front or back.
2. Why Should You Choose 'Laminate Production'?
It’s not just the structure that’s different. There is a significant difference in satisfaction during actual use.
① Semi-Permanent Preservation (Prevents Print Damage)
In the Normal method, the printed surface is exposed to the outside. Therefore, when attached to a bag, it might get scratched by sharp objects, or after long use, a "peeling phenomenon" can occur where the printed paint breaks off in pieces. On the other hand, in the Laminate method, the printed layer is protected inside the acrylic, so there is absolutely no worry about the image erasing, no matter how much it gets scratched or subjected to external impact.
② Overwhelming Sense of Volume and Transparency
Because the Laminate method encases the print with 2T acrylic on the front and 1T on the back, it offers a much deeper, three-dimensional volume than normal products. Especially when creating Corotto or thick stands, it allows for a luxurious presentation as if the print is floating in mid-air, dramatically upgrading the overall quality of the goods.
③ Cleanliness of Double-Sided Use
The Normal method can look a bit rough on the back because the texture of the printed surface is fully revealed. However, the Laminate method is treated with a smooth, glossy acrylic finish on both the front and back, ensuring high completion regardless of the viewing angle. This is why we recommend the Laminate method even more strongly for sales goods, not just for personal collections.
3. What Kind of Goods Do We Recommend It For?
- Acrylic Keychains: If you attach it to your bag daily and there is frequent friction, the Laminate method is essential for print protection.
- Photo Frames & Acrylic Stands: Optimal for decorative goods where thickness and transparency should stand out when stood up.
- Premium Sales Goods: The best choice when you want to give buyers the impression of a "properly made, high-end product."
If the Normal method is a cost-effective, popular choice, the Laminate method is the "Premium" choice for those who want to preserve their precious designs unchangingly for a long time.
Small differences determine the value of goods. For this production, how about completing your own special goods with the Laminate method, which offers zero worry about print damage and added brilliance?
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