Printing on glass
Do you dream of a kitchen or bathroom decorated with art that reflects your style? We offer glass printing services! Simply select the photo or artwork you’d like us to print.
Our service is ideal for decorating kitchen countertops, tables, shower enclosure glass, windows, mirrors, and much more.
What is UV printing on glass?
Printing on glass has been a challenging task for decades. Due to its smooth and non-porous surface, achieving a strong, durable bond between the ink and the glass has been difficult. The advent of UV printing technology marked a significant advancement in the printing industry.
This technology allows inks to be applied directly to the glass, with ultraviolet light used to dry them. When exposed to UV light, special ingredients in the inks harden instantly, fixing them to the surface. This method can be applied to a wide range of materials, including glass. To ensure an extremely strong and long-lasting bond between the ink and the glass, a special adhesion promoter must be applied beforehand.
Advantages:
UV printing is known for its exceptional image detail, vibrant colors, and high printing speed. It enables precise color matching and uses inks that cure instantly upon exposure to ultraviolet light, which means they do not emit harmful substances. This makes UV inks safe for both the environment and humans. Additionally, these inks have high resistance to wear, scratches, and sunlight. However, this resistance has a limited lifespan; typically, graphics exposed to direct sunlight may begin to fade after 5 to 10 years. Therefore, if longevity is a priority, UV printing on glass is more suitable for indoor applications.
Applications:
The introduction of UV printing on glass has opened up a myriad of new application possibilities. It can be used for decorating offices, shops, bars, and nightclubs, as well as for presentations, conferences, and architectural elements such as partition walls and glass doors. Designers and architects have an enormous range of expressive opportunities. Moreover, custom design projects for printing on glass, such as shower enclosures, wall panels for kitchens, or glass features for doors and furniture, enable homeowners to infuse their spaces with personal charm, functionality, and coziness. As technology continues to advance, we can anticipate an increase in the variety of applications for glass printing. Fresh Print accepts orders for custom designs and can also provide the expertise of our experienced designers to transform your ideas into stunning works of art printed on glass.