Re: Printing on plastic for outdoor use R1800

Paul Furman wrote:

I want to print some plant labels: half-letter-size semi-rigid on a wire stand with color photo, graphics & description. This would be subject to daily water spraying and sun.

Any ideas what material to print to?

My Epson R1800 will print on CDs so I figure it'll print on other similar plastics though that function may only be possible within a circular CD sized printing area, using the CD holder tray provided, I could theoretically modify that tray to hold a larger rectanguar piece of plastic.

I tried regular paper covered in clear sticky laminate but that gives a milky coating to the photo.

There is a glossy sticky-back white paper, I'm not sure how well that'll hold up to weather.

Anybody have ideas for me?


They print signs onto plastic (roll material) this has a sticky back. The signs, outdoors, are rated at 5yrs.

Can't think of the brand of material or you may lookup a printer and see what materials they recommend.

Ask a sign shop who make banners etc. They may also be able to supply you with trims from signs. I haven't seen any consumer materials available at places like costco.

http://www.itemplast.com.tw/product-pa.htm

http://www.ezcustomsign.com/materials.htm
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