If you are looking for brilliantly illuminated printed graphics, there are a couple options. It is important to achieve the most dramatic results by printing on special media that is intended for backlit applications. Also, the light box needs to evenly distribute the right amount of light behind the image, in order to avoid what is called “hot spots” or areas in the graphic that appear to be brighter or darker than the rest of the graphic. Recently, 40 VISUALS came out with an article on their blog that compares their traditional snap frame light boxes to the increasingly popular SEG (Silicone Edge Graphic) Fabric Light Boxes.

Duratrans Transparency Film applied into a Snap Frame LED Light Box is the traditional option for backlit signage. 40 VISUALS’ thin and sleek Ultra Thin LED Light Box packs a lot of light for such a slim profile, being a mere 1” deep. The Snap Frame System provides a simple removal and installation of any Duratrans Transparency. All four aluminum extrusions snap open and shut tightly onto the graphic, securing it in place.  The revolutionary new light diffusion method that is incorporated in the Ultra Thin LED Light Box allows bright LED light to evenly disperse across the surface of the light box, this completely eliminates any chance of “hot spots” mentioned earlier.

The other option is the Silicone Edge Fabric Graphic (SEG) Light Box.  The size economy of the SEG Fabric LED Light Boxes and graphics make this a cost effective option, without sacrificing size or quality.

The Fabric Light Box Frame can be wall-mounted, suspended from the ceiling, or the free-standing option. SEG Fabric graphics are installed the same way for both backlit fabric and frontlit. They get inserted into the light box/frame using a thin silicone strip that is sewn around the edge of the graphic, giving it a “frameless or edgeless” appearance. The silicone strip fits neatly into a small channel around the perimeter of the aluminum frame extrusion and the result is a drum tight fabric graphic that is lit evenly. The Frameless Fabric LED Light Boxes and frontlit frames can be ordered in a single or double-sided option.

Printed graphics are only as good as the hardware that houses them. Both the Ultra Thin LED Panel and Frameless Fabric Light Box are immensely popular options for illuminated backlit signage displays. Due to this, it can be difficult to choose which light box is best for you. The SEG Fabric Light Box is our choice, what’s yours?

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Silicone Edge Graphic Fabric Light Boxes are the perfect option for nearly any environment. For any large format backlit display, fabric is the way to go. Not only do you get a sleek “frameless” appearance, but these light boxes are customized to be single-sided, double-sided, wall mounted, free standing or ceiling suspended. If that wasn’t enough customization, these light boxes can be made in virtually any size.  Today you can find these SEG Light Boxes being used anywhere from large luxury retail locations to television backdrops. Below we’ve highlighted 5 places where you can find these SEG Light Boxes.

The Gap, New York City

Frameless SEG Light Boxes offer a fantastic way to promote your products in the retail environment. A prime example of this was found at The Gap in New York City. These two light boxes are wall mounted and illuminated using LED lighting. Each of these boxes helps to provide a great ambiance, while promoting the product.

H& M, New York City

The best part of SEG Fabric Light Boxes, is that each one can be customized to fit its environment. These light boxes at H & M are long landscape boxes that are a perfect fit right above their cash wrap.  It wouldn’t look right just placing a standard light box in its place.

NikeTown, Las Vegas

The light box pictured above is a Frameless SEG Fabric Light Box that can be seen in NikeTown in Las Vegas. The printed Backlit Fabric Graphic features LeBron James, one of Nike’s sponsored athletes. The graphic is roughly 10 feet in height and 4 feet wide.

Aldo, Chicago

Showcasing brand imagery is the number one purpose of light boxes and Frameless Fabric Light Boxes a great way to do this. The SEG Fabric Light Box found in Aldo provides a luxurious frameless appearance, while illuminating the backlit fabric.

Republican Debate, Washington D.C.

SEG Fabric Light Boxes aren’t just for retail locations, they also make great backdrops for live televised events, like the Republican Debate seen on FOX News earlier this month. SEG Fabric Light Boxes provide vibrant colors, while still providing a non-reflective appearance because of its matte property.

Those are just several of the locations we’ve recently seen SEG Fabric Light Boxes. As we see great examples of SEG Fabric Light Boxes we will make sure to post them, so make sure to come back.

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Large traditional film light boxes are becoming obsolete, as Frameless SEG Light Boxes become the more efficient, fashionable option. This light box does not use transparency film, like a traditional light box. These Frameless Fabric Light Boxes use a silicone edge beading, stitched around the perimeter of the fabric. The silicone edge is then tucked into the perimeter of the light box extrusion to display a taut, smooth face. This look can be seen in major retail outlets such as; H&M, Nike, and Macy’s Herald Square.

Most backlit fabrics are printed using a Dye-Sublimation process.  This process uses heat to bond the ink to the material this allows for it to be stretched without any damage to the graphic.

These new fabric lightboxes are easy to assemble and changing out graphics, is now a breeze. They can be fabricated in standard and in custom sizes, the bigger the better when it comes to fabric. This application is growing rapidly in popularity and is in high demand.

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On our recent trip to New York , we came across some truly impressive fabric light boxes in the Citizen Times Square location. The fabric silicone edge graphics displayed in suspended frameless light boxes created a weightless floating appearance. These light boxes were suspended from the ceiling in the storefront windows and throughout the store. To maximize impact the graphics are double sided allowing imagery to be viewed inside the store and from out on the street.

Times Square in New York City is the epicenter of signage imagery. Attentions grabbing illuminated visuals are everywhere. Major brands are using fabric light boxes as their illuminated method of choice to stand out in the retail environment. Backlit fabric light boxes are quickly taking over backlit film as fabric can be produced larger for less.

Backlit Fabric is popping up in more and more luxury retail locations. We’ve seen fabric light boxes being used by such brands as; H&M, Topshop and Tesla. After seeing some of these gorgeous backlit fabrics, it is easy to see why fabric light boxes are taking over.

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