The Best Wide Format Printing Services in Southern PA
Whether your company is interested in grabbing an onlookers’ attention at trade shows or informing the passersby with crisp, eye-grabbing advertising on your plant or office building, Graphics Universal answers the call with arguably the region’s best offering of wide format printing options.
We Are A Full-Service Wide Format Printer
Graphics Universal provides custom trade show displays, signage, and large format graphics for major corporations, trade associations, businesses, professional sports teams, community and church organizations, and educational institutions.
Banners
Printed on durable vinyl or paper, banners are great for promotions, events, and storefront displays.
Custom POP Displays
Highlight products with custom POP displays designed to grab attention in retail spaces.
Lamination and Mounting
Protect important prints with lamination and mounting for a polished, long-lasting finish.
Lobby Displays
Enhance entrances with lobby displays that reinforce branding and professionalism.
Photo Plaques
Showcase treasured images on sleek, durable photo plaques, perfect for offices and awards.
Posters
High-resolution posters offer an affordable way to promote sales, events, and brands.
Signage
Indoor and outdoor business signage ensures clear, professional messaging for storefronts and lobbies.
Vehicle Graphics
Turn company vehicles into mobile ads with durable, eye-catching custom vinyl graphics.
Wall Murals
Large-scale decorative wall murals add visual impact to offices, stores, and events.
Direct Print
Print directly on foam, acrylic, or metal for durable signage, displays, and promotional materials.
Window Perf
Perforated window graphics provide branding while maintaining interior store visibility.
Retractable Banner Stands
Lightweight and portable, retractable banners are ideal for events and trade shows.
Cost-Effective Solutions That Wow
Looking for cost-effective marketing with high returns? Our banners, vehicle graphics, billboards, and window graphics deliver large-format, high-impact digital printing quality. Check out our online catalog and contact a Graphics Universal expert today at (800) 745-8183 or sales@graphicsuniversal.com.
Our Location
Our facility is within a half day’s drive of Baltimore, Maryland, Washington, DC, and NYC. Being outside of the city, we can almost always offer better pricing than our central city competitors. We love working with local clients, so if you’re looking for wide-format printing near Greencastle, PA, give us a call!
What is Large Format Printing?
Also known as wide format printing, the history of this digital printing technique is very short compared with that of the print industry overall because it only emerged at the end of the last century.
Wide-format digital printing services have evolved rapidly in the past 10-15 years after inkjet technology was pioneered by HP and Canon. The first wide format digital printers were Electrostatic technology, which pre-dates inkjet and was pioneered by Xerox.
Roll-fed and flatbed wide format digital printing refers to a digital printer, which is roll-fed or has a table where the substrate is loaded. Either the roll is fed through the printer or the table moves under a print head array.
UV solvent inks are then printed directly to the substrate through inkjets. Solvent-based inks adhere to a wide range of substrates and have exceptionally good weather, UV, and abrasion resistance.
Using inkjet technology, wide format printing services are more economical than other print methods such as screen printing for most short-run (low quantity) print projects, depending on the size and type of substrates.
Printing projects that can be custom-created range from real estate signs to hanging banners, vehicle wraps, wall coverings, and other various large-format graphics.
Printing Across Industries
Retail Printing
Retailers use wide-format printing for in-store displays, posters, and signage that highlight products and promotions. It’s also used for point-of-purchase displays, banners, and outdoor signage to boost brand visibility and attract customers.
Hospitality
Hotels, restaurants, and convention centers rely on wide-format printing for wall murals, elevator wraps, and event signage. It is also used for branded materials such as trade show displays, backdrops, and promotional signage to reinforce their identity.
Construction
Construction companies use wide-format printing for durable, weather-resistant banners, hoardings, and site signage. These prints help showcase ongoing projects, provide essential safety information, and promote the company’s brand to workers and the public.
Events Industry
Concerts, festivals, and sports events benefit from wide-format printing for stage graphics, directional signage, and promotional materials like posters, flyers, and banners. Large-format prints enhance the event experience and increase brand awareness.
Creating Your Designs
High-Res Images:
Using high-resolution images is crucial for wide-format printing to ensure sharp, clear visuals without distortion. A resolution of at least 300 DPI (dots per inch) is recommended to maintain image quality in large-scale prints.
Color Accuracy
Color accuracy is essential in wide-format printing to match the final output with the original design. Using a calibrated monitor, color profiles, and test prints helps achieve precise color reproduction in the final print.
Avoid Overcrowding
Maintaining a balanced design is key to creating visually appealing prints. Designers should use negative space effectively, avoiding overly crowded layouts to improve readability, spacing, and overall visual presentation.
Viewing Distance
Designers must consider viewing distance when creating graphics for wide-format printing. Images viewed up close require higher resolution and detail, while those seen from afar can use lower resolution without sacrificing clarity.
File Formatting
Choosing the correct file format, such as PDF, TIFF, or EPS, is necessary for wide-format printing. Files should be sized appropriately, with sufficient margins and bleed, to ensure proper alignment and print quality.