02/03/2021
WHAT ARE DRY TRANSFERS AND LETTERING? ARE THESE AND DECALS GOOD FOR ART GALLERIES? ARE THE NUMBERS AND COSTS WORTH IT?
Dry transfers are a semi-permanent print scale solution that you can add very simply, quickly and effortlessly to a wide range of surfaces. They are created by printing a special type of ink on a sheet of film with a tool. They are an easier solution to add than the old magnifiers letraset, blades or a burnisher. The film has an adhesive backing that can be easily rubbed off with the use of solvents such as bestine or acetone. The letters, stars, or images on these sheets can be transferred onto any smooth and non-porous surface, which makes them very easy to add. Many people add them to their watchlist for fear that these items are too expensive, but we at DTL make them affordable.
Rub on transfers for wood and dry transfer lettering for electronics and optical product prototypes are popular examples of dry transfer lettering that you can add. They are often used in museums, for craft projects and in general anywhere letraset tape is used. They make a perfect magnifiers letraset, blades or burnisher tool alternative for custom scale applications of any kind. They’re nearly instant to add which makes them incredibly handy.
Dry transfers and decals are also known as:
Rub down letter transfers
Rub on letter transfers
Press down transfers
Letter transfers
Decal transfers
Image transfers