ABOUT KOROGRAPHICS

The smoother the better is a solid guideline for drywall preparation. The construction industry's standard terminology for drywall preparation is Level 4 to be used for the light to heavy textured SKU's and Level 5 for the smooth / glossy SKU's including Glassed Out. A suitable primer is absolutely mandatory. Water based paints ARE NOT a suitable primer for wallcovering installations. Depending on the type of substrate, there are a considerable number of brand-name primers. These include: Sherwin-Williams, Kelly-Moore, Glidden, and Benjamin-Moore. They are water-based acrylic and water-based latex in composition. In most cases, they dry comparatively quickly when compared to earlier generation oil-based primers.

Typically, wallcoverings do not bridge noticeable drywall imperfections. However, a little drywall mud and primer will go a long way. In some cases a few heavy textures will provide some fractional coverage. The heaviest textures have incrementally more hiding capabilities than other less textured SKU's. However, they should not be considered a fix-all solution for heavily damaged walls. The choice of colors, images, and interior lighting or exposure to exterior lighting, can affect the degree of the material's hiding capabilities. When in doubt, fixing dry wall imperfections is usually a fast and relatively simple process.

There can be wide variations from market to market. Union versus non-union scale contractors, actual size, duration and configuration of the installation, drywall condition, access to job site, and other factors all contribute to the final cost equation. Local quality paint stores can provide baseline unit cost for estimating purposes.

The use of a quality primer and strippable version of the actual adhesive will minimize the effort required to remove the printed media and the damage inflicted to the drywall substrate. It is strongly recommended to use a strippable adhesive for ease of removal and reinstallation.

Yes. Many primers and adhesives have low VOC's (Volatile Organic Compound) and are relatively fast drying for most products.

The technique has been around for decades and uses hand tools, water based primers, and adhesives that are readily available at all quality paint stores. Overlapping and double cutting is the term for the installation process. Please visit the installation section portion of our site for a full understanding of the process.

Commercial painting contractors and residential wallpaper hangers are the most common source of qualified installers.

There is a substantial network of qualified installers available. There are numerous painting contractors that work in the commercial and residential market channels. Some of the quality residential contractors are associated with the better quality paint stores and design centers. The Painting and Decorating Contractors of America usually has local chapters in most metropolitan markets and can be found in the Yellow Pages. The Professional Guild of Paperhangers has a Web site with local contact information and is a good source to locate experienced installers.

Please refer to the technical section on the Korographics Web site for additional detailed product information. All good quality paint stores have a range of suitable primers available for a broad range of substrates. There are two manufacturers of commercial grade wallcovering adhesives. Their products are private labeled as many store brands. The strippable versions of the adhesives will enhance the future removal of the material when it is time to update the image on the wall.

Wallcoverings are installed using simple hand tools that are readily available in all quality paint stores. These include: painter's tape, drop cloth, razor blades, straight edge, paint tray, and roller / brush for primers. You may also want a knap roller for adhesive application and a sea sponge for cleaning adhesives. A bucket of warm clean water will also be helpful during the cleanup process. Change the water frequently. When trimming the panels during the installation process caution should be used to avoid scoring the sheet rock facing paper.

Most exterior wall applications follow standard commercial construction processes. In potentially humid environments, there are options to enhance the probability of a successful long-term installation. High-performance primers and adhesives can be used in conjunction with the additional process of micro-venting. Please see micro-venting details in the adhesive-primers guidelines and the technical section.

Cleanability depends on the ink system and/or liquid laminate that is selected to be applied to the Korographics digital wallcovering media. When in doubt, the application of a liquid laminate will require lower maintenance for long-term installations.

Thirty-yard rolls weigh 41.6 pounds. Sixty-yard rolls weigh 83.2 pounds. One-hundred-yard rolls weigh 138 pounds.

There is a three inch ID core on all rolls.

The material is 52"-54" wide with a plus or minus quarter of an inch variation.

No more than a quarter of an inch variance should be expected from production run to production run.

Korographics is available in three roll sizes including: 30 lineal yards, 60 lineal yards, and 100 lineal yards.

Yes. Most Korographics digital wallcovering media meet or exceed all applicable local, state, and federal commercial building codes. Class A compliant and UL-Listed Korographics digital wallcoverings provide peace of mind and long lasting value.

Yes. Most Korographics digital wallcovering media meet or exceed all local, state, and federal fire codes for Class A compliance. Certified compliance and Class A listing by Underwriters Laboratories for all Korographics Type 2 vinyl wallcoverings provides peace of mind and helps to reduce liability. Korographics digital wallcovering media have also passed NFPA 101 Life Safety Code requirements, the ASTM-E-84 Tunnel Test, the CAN S102M Tunnel Test, and the NFPA 286 Corner Burn Test.

There are 21 30-yard rolls per pallet, for 60-yard and 100-yard rolls there are 9 boxes per pallet. 

Korographics works to keep our color tolerance very tight with a goal of +/- 0.5 D/E from a predetermined standard. However, due to the inherent nature of vinyl and the manufacturing process, color can vary. You may adjust your process to compensate for any minor variations.

Certified commercial-grade products are critical for a successful application with regards to fire codes, building codes, life safety, fire safety, and product liability considerations. Korographics digital wallcovering media will provide long-term value in the vast majority of commercial environments and were specifically developed for solvent, eco-solvent, and UV digital printers.

Residential wallcoverings are quite often lighter duty versions of commercial-grade wallcoverings. Korographics digital wallcovering media will work equally as well in fashionable high-end residential installations or in most commercial applications. The important consideration is to use a product, such as Korographics, which is specifically engineered for use with digital printers.

Korographics certified commercial grade Type 2 digital wallcoverings are suitable for the vast majority of retail, healthcare, hospitality, corporate, and residential interiors. The choice of ink systems will determine the next level of product durability. There is a wide range of durability provided by the various ink systemswhen applied to Korographics. As a general rule, a suitable liquid laminate should be applied to the finished printed image to provide protection from jobsite installation procedures and long-term abrasion/staining cycles.

Most of the Korographics digital wallcovering media SKUs are in stock. If they are out of stock, the average lead time is three to four weeks.

Not at this time. Options are currently being evaluated for long-term performance and installation considerations.

No. Korographics unique collection of dimensional textures allows considerable latitude in influencing the appearance of the finished printed image. Some textures will absorb light while others will reflect and or refract light. Some experimentation with the various textures will provide dramatic options for the impact of the finished printed image.

This is not recommended. The previously mentioned installation process of overlap and double cut cannot be used when the material is printed from edge to edge. The final appearance of the seams will be better when the material is installed using the overlap and double cut process versus butting the seams.

When print heads are set to the recommended X-Rite profile configurations, you should have no trouble. Most head height settings are at the full up / highest position on most printers.