Print, Display & Personalisation Buying Guides

Make the material decision first

A finish can look right in a photograph and still be wrong for the job. The starting questions are simple: what surface are you working with, what process will you use, and how will the finished item be handled? A heat applied garment material, a self adhesive sign vinyl and a transfer for a hard surface belong to different workflows.

Our guides explain the buying questions that help separate those choices. They do not replace the instructions for the exact product supplied. Use the specified application guidance, test on the intended substrate and keep a record of the successful combination before producing a larger batch.

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Choose a guide below to compare options, prepare a quote request or check the details before reordering. Each page links to relevant DWS ranges and related advice so you can move from a general question to a more specific product enquiry.

Size, quantity and the complete assembly

For display projects, the printed insert size is only part of the specification. Decide whether the holder sits on a counter, mounts to a wall or stands independently, then check orientation, pocket capacity and the space it will occupy. A holder selected for a single sheet may not suit a stack of folded leaflets.

For material orders, compare the usable width, supplied length or pack size and the amount needed for the artwork layout. Allow for test pieces and handling rather than treating the finished design dimensions as the total material requirement. If accessories are required, include them in the same project list so the assembly can be assessed together.

Use clear information, avoid guesswork

The best enquiry includes the product name or link, the intended use, the quantity and a photograph where the surface or mounting point is important. If you are replacing an existing fitting, measure it rather than choosing the nearest looking alternative. Include the deadline and delivery destination so the commercial and practical questions can be answered together.

DWS can discuss its current ranges from its Tallaght base. Start with the trade support guide if you need a simple format for a mixed order, or explore who we serve for advice organised around your type of business.