New Printed Liquid Repellent Tablecloths

Water repellent fabric tablecloth

Liquid repellent printed tablecloths are a necessity for beverage sampling, food sampling, fairs, events, trade shows or any situation where tablecloths are being used outdoors or near liquids.  In the past, getting a branded tablecloth that was liquid / water repellent would generally be made of nylon.  Nylon was not only more expensive but the fabric doesn’t flow as nicely as standard polyester fabric tablecloths.

We now offer liquid repellent polyester fabric tablecloths with a full color dye sub print.  Now you can have a beautifully branded tablecloth that will bead up water and liquids and wipe up clean in an instant.

There are 6 fabric colors that are available:  Red, Black, White, Royal Blue, Hunter Green, Navy Blue.

For more information on custom printed stain resistant, liquid repellent tablecloths call 800-980-6871 or email sales@mvpvisuals.com

MVP Visuals is a supplier of custom printed displays such as tablecloths, flags, tents, carpet, trade show displays. Printed Tablecloths

MVP Spandex Table Covers with Open Back

MVP Visuals, a major supplier of trade show and event materials, is offering a new style of Spandex table covers that make them both beautiful and now practical for the trade show and event industry.

Spandex table covers have long been a favorite of the hotels, cruise lines and convention centers for the beautiful sleek style they give a room. But today the sleek style of spandex is becoming more popular with the indoor and outdoor event and trade show industry.

MVP is offering a new style of spandex table cover call the “high arch” conference cut  style. The “high arch” spandex table cover was designed to allow for people and speakers to sit behind the table without the spandex fabric interfering with the legs of the person. The open back style also allows for easy access under the table when items are stored there for shows or events.

Spandex Table covers

The stretch contemporary design of spandex covers fit over banquet tables with no pinning or clips and the snug form fit eliminates wrinkling. Spandex covers have cups sewn into the hems that hold the table cover down under the feet of the table without damaging the fabric. The secure fit makes these table covers great for outdoor events. Our custom print capabilities allow you to brand your tables as well.

Our covers are made from a polyester / spandex blend, they are machine washable / dryable for easy care and flame retardant for safety. The covers are available in rectangles and rounds. Sizes Available: 30″ round x 42″ tall (Cocktail), 6′ X 30, 8′ X 30.retangular and 48″ round x 30″ and 60″ round x 30″. We offer 11 different fabric colors: http://www.mvpvisuals.com/spandex_table_cover.htm

About MVP Visuals:

MVP supplies a wide range of custom printed materials for events and shows. Printed Tablecloths
Visit http://www.mvpvisuals.com to view our custom printed products such as: blade banners, light pole banners, canopy tents, table coverings, carpet, large mesh banners and flags. We supply many events that include US Army Marathon, USGA US Open, NCAA Final Four and much more. For more information contact us at sales@mvpvisuals.com 800-980-6871

Spandex Tablecloths, Great for Events.

Spandex tablecloths, long popular with hotels and bars, are also perfect for events.  The spandex tablecloth gives your table a contemporary look  while it snuggly fits the table so the cloth does not blow up in the wind.

MVP Visuals Spandex Table cover

• No pins or clips.
• Made from polyester/spandex blend
• No wrinkles
• Machine washable
• Flame retardant
• Plastic cup sewn into bottom hem to go under table leg

Plastic cups hold down the tablecloth while protecting the material.

Spandex Table covering Cups

Spandex table coverings can also be digitally printed.  The print is done on a thin film and applied to the tablecloth.  Some logos and be printed on the film and intricately cut before applying to the tablecloth.  This gives the look of a screen print.  Other logos that have a fine print or fades need to be printed on a simple shape (like a rectangle or oval) and then applied to the tablecloth.  The best way to know if your logo can be intricately cut is to email us at artwork@mvpvisuals.com

Branded Spandex Table coverings

For more information on color and how to measure for your spandex tablecloth go to  mvpvisuals.com

The Difference Between Dye Sublimation and Screen Printing

Dye Sublimation:

• In Dye Sublimation the ink actually “dyes” the fabric.
• Dye sublimation is a 4 color (CMYK) process print process so it can handle any number of colors of types of images.
• The print process starts always with white fabric and the colors are mixed as they print on the fabric. The background color will be dyed in the printing process.
• Most economical print process for low volume and prints with multi color prints.
• Dye Sublimation tablecloths are the same price no matter how many colors are in your print.
• The background color on the front panel is dyed to match the fabric color you select. See how we construct a drape tablecloth.
• Can print both high resolution raster (.jpg, .tiff) as well as vector (.ai, .eps) file.
• Very durable, machine washable.
• Read more about the dye sublimation process on wiki

SPOT COLOR SCREEN PRINTING

• In screen printing the ink actually lays on top of the fabric.
• Screen printing mixes the ink to match your pantone color before it is applied.
• Because the ink stays on top of the fabric the process starts with the specific color fabric you selected.
• Most economical for high volume printing.
• Very durable, machine washable.

View Close up of dye sublimation vs. screen print http://www.mvpvisuals.com/dye_sub_vs_screen_print.htm

Dye Sub Makes 4 Color Tablecloths Affordable

Dye sub process has made 4 color process printed tablecloths more affordable than ever.  Dye sublimation is a printing process that uses heat to transfer dye from printer paper to the tablecloth fabric. 

Dye sublimation color intensity and matching is superior to ink jet.  Just like digital print, dye sub prints start with white fabric.  Large rolls of white fabric roll out printed front panels of the tablecloths.  The background color of these front panels are matched to the stock fabric color selected for the remaining sides and top of the tablecloth. Using a stock fabric color on the top, back and sides saves from printing these panels and printing the background of the front panel to match these panels gives a look of a 4 color process printed image on colorful fabric.

Not all dye sub printed tablecloths are flame retardant so if you need a certification for flame retardancy be sure to  ask before you order.

Print Options For Your Custom Tablecloths – MVP Visuals

 

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Digitally printed tablecloth

 

 

If you ever needed custom printed tablecloths for an event, you know that there can be big difference in price based on the artwork you want to print.  If you knew more about the print process you might have either changed the artwork or the colors around so you can take advantage of a more economical method.  Here is what you should know to help design a tablecloth to achieve your look and meet your budget.

SCREEN PRINT – Screen printing a tablecloth is perfect for simple prints with few colors and the more you order the lower the unit price so it is perfect for when you are ordering multiples. 

Screen print is generally priced by the number of colors, size of logo and number of times the logo will be printed. If your print has 1, 2 or 3 spot colors it will probably be most cost effective to screen print. Most events and trade shows require just a few tablecloths so make sure you find a printer set up to handle small volumes.  Screen printing generally is not cost effective for designs with over 4 spot colors or designs with photographic type images (4 color process). Digital print would be best in those cases. For screen printed tablecloths you will need to supply your printer with vector artwork (.ai or .eps file). 

SCREEN PRINT FEATURES:-         

• Most economical for spot color prints especially for high volume prints.         
• Can be printed on any color fabric.   
•  Bold print because the ink actually lies on top of the fabric.   
•  Can mix ink to match your specific pantone color. 

 

 

DIGITAL PRINT – If you have a 4 color process image, a photographic type image or an image with lots of colors and fades, digital print is your answer.  Digital print is generally priced per square foot of print. With digital printing you can use either vector files (.ai or .eps ) or high resolution raster art files (jpg or tiff).   Digital printing must be done on white fabric so if you wanted to have a 4 color process logo printed on a blue tablecloth, the blue color would actually have to be printed.  As you can imagine, this can get very expensive because the price is calculated per square foot. 

If you want a 4 color process logo on a color fabric tablecloth you can save money on digitally printing by printing the font panel only.  You can digitally print the font panel and use plain fabric (any color the fabrics come in) for the remaining 3 sides. For example, if you wanted to have a 4 color process print on a red tablecloth, you would have to print your image and the background of red on the front panel.  It is important to keep in mind that you are trying to match the digitally printed red background on the front panel to a dyed red fabric on the remaining 3 sides. It may not be an exact match.  

DIGITAL PRINT FEATURES: -         

•  Most expensive print option. -         
•  Can use almost any type of artwork (high resolution raster art or vector art)-         
• Colors are not as bold as in screen print because the fabric absorbs some of the ink.-         
• Digital print is generally a CMYK mix so the colors are “built” right on the fabric.  For this reason digital prints cannot insure that the colors will match your pantone color exactly. 

 

 

 

 

APPLIQUE PRINT – Appliqué’s are perfect for when you would like to have a 4 color process logo on a fabric color other than white.  Appliqué’s allow you to have a graphic digitally printed on a small piece of fabric, cut out and then it applied (sewn or with heat activated adhesive) to the tablecloth.  This way you can use any color tablecloth.  

APPLIQUE PRINT FEATURES: -         

•  Most cost effective way to print a 4 color process logo. -         
• Can use almost any type of artwork (high resolution raster art or vector art)-         
• Colors are not as bold as in screen print because the fabric absorbs some of the ink.-         
• The appliqué cut will have to be a simple cut.  Generally intricate cut outs will not work. 

Your printer will be able to make a recommendation for the best print method for your tablecloth.  The best way to save time and money is to give them a call before you do the design so your art dept can make the design fit both the look you are trying to achieve and the budget you are working with.   

Written by Mary Dykas, MVP Visuals http://www.mvpvisuals.com supplier of custom printed tablecloths, tents, banner blades, pennant strings, carpeting for event, retail and trade show promotions.