ChromaLuxe® Fine Art printing Overview
ChromaLuxe printing uses ‘dye sublimation’ to fuse images onto metal. The term ‘sublimation’ describes the transition of a substance (in this case, the special inks) directly from the solid to the gas phase without becoming a liquid first.
Artwork is first printed as a Giclée print onto transfer paper which is then applied to a coated 1.2mm aluminium panel. Heat and pressure transform dye into gas, bonding with aluminium polymers, before reverting to a solid state and fusing the image with the metal.
Advantages of ChromaLuxe® Fine Art printing
ChromaLuxe printing on aluminium yields images with remarkable depth and colour intensity, akin to traditional Cibachrome or Kodak and Fujifilm colour-reversal films.
ChromaLuxe prints are archival, highly resilient and require no additional glass, acrylic, lamination or coating to protect them. The dye sublimation process renders images waterproof, abrasion-resistant, fire-resistant and chemical-resistant and available in sizes up to 70″ x 40″.
We offer ChromaLuxe printing to either white or clear polymer-based aluminium panels. For optimum flexibility, both options are available in either a high gloss or satin finish.
Why use Genesis for ChromaLuxe® Fine Art printing
Our service encompasses colour management, correction, border addition, resizing, cropping, and directed printing. The cost of our service includes test prints, underscoring our confidence in uncompromising quality.
We also extend a 100% satisfaction guarantee to all of our services, pledging to either redo or refund should the outcome not fully meet your expectations.
Over 25 Years at the Forefront of Exhibition Production
In this video, we look behind the scenes to explore the variety of work we produce and some of the diverse range of clients we cater to. Offering a glimpse into the intricacies of our operations, we highlight the extensive print, mounting, and finishing services that define our commitment to quality and innovation.
What makes us so special?
The charge for test prints is included in the price of our printing services to ensure your work is exactly as you envision. Please request these at your time of order.
*The charge for test prints is redeemable against the price of a full print
Checks with our expert printing team include the following:
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- Colour management
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- Colour correction
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- Adding borders
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- Resizing and cropping images
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- Directed printing
We’re so confident in the quality of our services and that you’ll benefit from the way that we work, that we offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee and will redo or refund the cost of your work if you’re not 100% happy with it.
When was the last time someone cared as much about your work as you do?
Genesis Imaging Price List
Click below for our Professional Printing and Mounting service price guide.
For queries about Framing, please contact our Client Service team who will happily provide you with a quote.
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FAQ
Both services offer exceptional results on aluminium, there are however some distinct differences. The sublimation process used to produce ChromaLuxe Fine Art prints uses high degrees of heat with special dye sublimation inks to physically fuse images or artwork into the aluminium, providing a smooth and durable metal print in either a satin or high gloss finish. In contrast, with our Direct to Media printing, your image does not penetrate the surface of your chosen substrate.
We can also offer either a high gloss or satin finish with ChromaLuxe printing whereas Direct to Media printing is available in a satin finish only.
ChromaLuxe printing also offers more durable results on aluminium than using a Direct to Media process and is particularly suited for display in high-traffic areas or climatically challenging environments.
Your files can be sent to us using our handy upload form, via email, or using services such as Dropbox or Wetransfer. Once you’ve sent your files to us we will contact you to confirm your order.
We do! Using our CNC Router we can precision cut your mounted prints or printed substrates to almost any shape your desire. The biggest advantage of CNC cutting in comparison to other profiling machines is in the level of accuracy achievable. CNC routers allow the cutting depth to be fully controlled – so accurately so that we can cut Perspex sheeting but leave the protective film intact. The precision of CNC routing means that little or no finishing is required after the material has been cut or engraved. See below for info on what a CNC router is.
A CNC machine is a precision profiling machine that uses three axes (X, Y and Z) to accurately cut, drill, and engrave. The “CNC’ of CNC Router stands for “computer numerical control’, it is a computer-controlled cutting machine capable of cutting various sheet materials, such as wood, composite materials, metals such as aluminium and steel, plastics and foams, amongst others.
Currently, we have honed our skills and expertise to offer printing in this way to slimline aluminium. However, our Direct to Media printing process offers the ability to print directly to almost any substrate imaginable – including wood, Perspex, glass, concrete, rubber and many, many more. Find out more about Direct to Media UV Printing.
ChromaLuxe printing uses a dye sublimation process to physically fuse your image on to aluminium, meaning that the mounting process is not required, saving significant time.
ChromaLuxe prints are also far more durable than prints mounted on aluminium and are extremely hard-wearing, abrasion resistant, fire resistant and waterproof.
The process also gives images a similar look to traditional Cibachrome prints with an intense depth that has to be seen to be believed.
Each completed piece is supplied with an Aluminium sub-frame – making it easy to hang and providing additional rigidity and support against warping. This sub-frame also provides a visible space between the mounted work and the wall, giving a 3-dimensional floating’ presence with a modern drop shadow beneath.
Our Keyline and Tray framing services also offer a popular glassless framing option and with our extensive range of exhibition quality mouldings, we’re able to create bespoke frames in a diverse range of finishes.
Yes! With clients around the world, we’ve shipped our clients work Internationally and can advise and quote on delivery options to suit your requirements. Our bespoke crating is ideal for large items and international delivery – ensuring your work is packaged to perfection and protected until it reaches its destination.
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