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PIGMENT OR SOLVENT INK - WHAT IS BETTER?
PIGMENT OR SOLVENT INK - WHAT IS BETTER?

Pigment and solvent paintings by a photo

Would you like your painting to last as long as possible and not lose its original colorful appearance? The artists of Viar Canvas will do everything to prevent fading and aging of the photo painting. When ordering a painting, you initially discuss all the details of the work with employees. Photo to order will be a great solution, because our company employs the best professionals, and there is always the opportunity to consult and choose the perfect option for you.

A canvas painting with a well-designed baguette is perfect as a gift for a birthday, New Year, anniversary, or even a wedding. This is an original solution that will give emotions for years to come.

Solvent ink painting

Solvent printing is not suitable for printing on canvas for home use. Since the solvent makes the image resistant to external factors due to the chemical properties of such inks.

Products made using this technique can be demonstrated on the street even without varnishing and special protective packaging. Consider the advantages of photo canvas using solvent ink:

  • a work of art does not lose its appearance for up to 3 years;

  • photo does not crack, does not fades;

  • the cost is lower than other paintings.

However, it is not advisable to place such a canvas in your home, since solvent ink contains chemicals that are harmful to the body. Also, the colors and mid-tones are not as bright and saturated.

The main area where solvent ink is used is large enterprises and large-format outdoor advertising. Ink fumes do not cause much harm outdoors, and images are perfectly visible at a great distance.

Photo canvas using pigment ink

Printing photos using pigment ink is the most common and safest. The paint does not contain substances harmful to health, and, like solvent drawings, has a high level of durability. Pigment inks are based on oils, thanks to this, clearly traced contours and a bright texture of the picture are visible.

It is based on a variety of colors, consisting of both bright and pastel colors, so your photo will have the most saturated hue.

Consider the advantages of photo canvas using pigment ink:

  • Printout colors are bright and vibrant 

  • Canvas is completely safe for children's health

  • After coating the canvas with varnish, the colors become deeper

Pigment and solvent-based photo painting: which one is better to choose?

Solvent inks harm human health, so they are most often used not in homes, but in large enterprises. If you want to maintain good health, it is better to refrain from storing such products in your apartment.

We care about our customers, so we use the best types of equipment and paints with a minimum amount of chemical composition. For custom-made photo paintings, our company takes pigment-based inks that do not have a toxic odor and are not dangerous to the respiratory system.

Our artists cover the painting with varnish to ensure durability, and protection from moisture and fading. Consider the advantages of pigment-based ink:

  • safe for the client's health;

  • guarantee resistance to humidity and high temperatures;

  • have a clear contour that does not blur.

  • Wide color gamut, which allows you to display a variety of shades. 

This option is the safest and most practical for drawing a picture. The composition of the ink includes particles of water-insoluble pigment and special additives that stick to the surface of the canvas but do not go deep into the fibers.

Basic requirements for a custom photo

Our staff will take care of the quality of your photo, removing minor defects for free. Just one click on the link - and your order will be processed instantly. Work on your canvas will begin immediately after payment or security deposit. The painting will be delivered to the door of the house or the post office.

To choose a photo for a pigment-based painting, consider the following factors:

  • photo without blur;

  • precise detailing and contrast;

  • balance of light and dark areas;

  • photo brightness;

  • upload file size from 200 KB.

Calculation of the cost of a pigment photo to order

Our employees determine the price according to all criteria, and after filling out the questionnaire, they offer several types of payment. For example, you can pay for a painting at the place of receipt or pick it up from the workshop.

Criteria for evaluating photos on order:

  • canvas type;

  • picture size;

  • photo quality;

  • urgency of delivery;

  • kind of gift packaging.

Before performing the work, all the shortcomings that need to be removed are checked. There are two options for improving the source material: required and premium. They guarantee a perfectly processed photo with a well-chosen color scheme and contrast.

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Do you want to decorate your home interior, please friends or relatives with an original gift? It's very easy to do: upload a photo to the generator on the Viar Canvas website, create a layout, and expect an excellent result in a couple of days after ordering!