Materials & Substrates
We offer a variety of materials and substrates for all your custom graphics needs. The right choice depends on a variety of factors, including how you plan to use the product, the environmental conditions it will be exposed to, and more. Our decades of industry experience can help guide you to the best solution for your application. What can MUIR make for you?
Vinyl
Vinyl is one of the most cost-effective substrates and comes in a wide variety of finishes and thicknesses. It’s formable for easy application to curved surfaces and is resistant to wear, tears, and moisture, making it suitable for outdoor applications.
Options
- Standard, matte, gloss, high-gloss
- Clear / static cling
- Reflective
- Air egress
- Photoluminescent
Properties & Advantages
- Durable
- Flexible
- Chemical, UV, fire, and water resistant
- Cost effective
- Easy to clean
- Available in any color
Applications
- Markings and decals
- Warning and safety labels
- Pre-spaced graphics
- Rolled labels
Polycarbonate
Properties & Advantages
- High-impact resistant
- Lightweight
- High optical clarity
- Weather, chemical, and temperature resistant
- Cost-effective
Applications
- Markings and decals
- Warning and safety labels
- Overlays/fascias
Polyester
Properties & Advantages
- Highly durable
- Moisture, chemical, UV, and temperature resistant
- Excellent printability and legibility
- Consistent adhesion and appearance over time
Applications
- Markings and decals
- Tags
- Warning and safety labels
Aluminum
Aluminum is resistant to corrosion, fading, and physical wear, making it a good option for long-term applications and equipment exposed to harsh conditions. As the second most malleable metal, it’s also ideal for custom plates with curvatures or angles.
Properties & Advantages
- Lightweight
- Corrosion resistant
- Reflective
- Recyclable
- Malleable
Applications
- Plates
- Construction safety signs
- Identification/VIN markings
Paper
Properties & Advantages
- Flexible
- Excellent printability
- Recyclable
- Versatile
- Cost-effective
Applications
- Tags
- Certifications
Tyvek
Tyvek is known for its exceptional durability and tear resistance, even when wet. It’s inherently waterproof and resistant to rot, mildew, and many chemicals. This combination of strength, moisture resistance, and chemical inertness makes Tyvek an ideal material choice for tags that need to remain legible and intact through rough handling, outdoor exposure, and various industrial conditions.
Properties & Advantages
- Tear and puncture resistant
- Moisture, chemical, UV, and temperature resistant
- Lightweight and flexible
- Writable surface
Applications
- Tags
Polyethylene
Polyethylene is a widely used plastic valued for its weatherability, flexibility, excellent moisture and chemical resistance, and cost-effectiveness. It’s a practical choice for applications requiring a balance of durability and conformability, especially in packaging and outdoor scenarios where a heavy-duty material isn’t necessary.
We also print on MUIRMIX, a material we developed with high density polyethylene that will not break, rust, or have sharp edges. Even after gunshots or heavy equipment damage, this material remains legible and continues to display your message.
Properties & Advantages
- Versatile
- Hygienic
- Easy to mold and fabricate
- Light weight
- Recyclable
- Cost-effective
Applications
- Markings and decals
- Warning and safety labels
- Signage
Magnetics
Because of their impermanence and reusability, magnetic graphics are a great solution for temporary branding needs and event- or seasonal-specific applications.
Properties & Advantages
- Reusable
- Non-damaging
- Flexible (some types)
- Durable
- Easy to apply and remove
Applications
- Specialty products
- Magnetic decals
Oil Stencil Board
Oil stencil board offers a good balance of durability, bleed resistance, precision, and cost-effectiveness, making it a reliable choice for many stenciling applications, from industrial markings to arts and crafts.
Properties & Advantages
- Resistant to bleed-through
- Suitable for various surfaces
- Helps maintain clean and sharp edges
- Durable
- Reusable
- Cost-effective
- Easy to use
Applications
- Stencils
- Identification/VIN markings
Coroplast
An inherently waterproof material, coroplast is resistant to moisture and can withstand various weather conditions without warping, rotting, or deteriorating like cardboard. Its corrugated structure provides lightweight rigidity, making it easy to handle, transport, and install while maintaining enough strength to stand upright and resist bending. Because of these properties, coroplast is often used for temporary outdoor signage and yard signs.
Properties & Advantages
- Lightweight
- Durable and impact resistant
- Maintains its shape when upright
- Waterproof
- Moisture, weather, and chemical resistant
- Excellent printability
- Recyclable
- Non-toxic
Applications
- Specialty products
- Yard signs
- Temporary outdoor signage
- Packaging
Foam Board
Foam board, often called foam core board, is a composite material characterized by its lightweight construction and rigid yet easily workable nature. It provides a smooth, flat surface excellent for mounting graphics, photos, or printing directly onto, resulting in a professional and clean appearance for presentations, displays, and temporary signage. It is recommended for short-term and indoor applications only.
Properties & Advantages
- Lightweight
- Resistant to bending and curling
- Easy to fabricate into custom designs
- Smooth, flat surface
- Versatile finishes
- Good for mounting
- Limited outdoor durability
- Vulnerable to dents and crushing
Applications
- Specialty products
- Event signage
- Displays
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