IF you have read our brochures and browsed the FAQ and still have technical questions on SignGold, DomeGold, or SolGold Products, you may contact one of our tech's:
SignGold Thermal Printable or Reverse Gild Materials:
Larry Hoppe
Phone: (845) 764-0061
Email: tech2@signgold.com
Weekdays 8:00 – 5:30 Eastern Time
Frequently Asked Questions
"What
is SignGold?"
SignGold is 22 karat genuine gold, vaporized and sealed into
the "underside" of
a clear, one mil weather resistant vinyl (Tedlar TM PVF)
with a permanent acrylic pressure-sensative adhesive on a
plastic release liner for use with all computer aided signmaking
systems.
"What kind of film is used in making SignGold?"
Dupont's Tedlar TM, a one mil cast, high performance polyvinyl
fluoride (PVF), is a "cousin" to the commonly used
two mil sign making vinyl (PVC)
"Why is TedlarTM used?"
Two reasons...First, Tedlar TM is a "vinyl family" film
and therefore cuts, weeds, lifts, applies and conforms like
any high quality, high performance vinyl. Second, Tedlar
TM, unlike common sign making vinyl films, has been used
for 25 years in the automotive, aircraft, wallcovering and
awning industries as a protective laminate, because of it's
excellent chemical, stain, UV, saltwater and weather resistance.
"Will SignGold Fade?"
No. SignGold is produced with genuine 22 karat gold, an inert element, which
does not fade.
"Can SignGold be used outdoors?"
Yes. In fact, it's made for outdoor use, and is warranteed for 10-14 years. It's
recommended for use on boats, firetrucks, commercial vehicles...anywhere that
harsh weather or frequent cleaning are a concern. SignGold DOES NOT recommend
using Genuine Silver Films for outdoor applications.
"Can SignGold be applied wet or dry?"
Yes, with the exception of our genuine silver products, which must be applied
dry.
"Should SignGold be edge-sealed?"
Yes. All exterior applications MUST be edge-sealed. Even
on interior applications, we recommend "edge-sealing" any
cut lines and exposed edges of SignGold products. SignGold
recommends 1-Shot's #4005 clear, or easy-to-use Seal It Pens
(Call 843-215-3600). DO NOT SEAL the surface of SignGold.
"Is SignGold hard on cutting blades?"
No. SignGold is a "vinyl family" film, and cuts like common 2 mil high
performance sign making vinyls, unlike the many "imitation gold" films
made with hard-to-cut polyester (Mylar TM) films, that fade
to silver when exposed to sunlight.
"Is SignGold graffiti resistant?"
Yes. Use soap and water, stain removers, or even paint thinner to clean SignGold,
then just wipe the surface dry.
