What is dyed-film, hybrid film, & full metalized film, and what are the differences?
A Dyed Film is just as it says. The polyester is dyed in a submersion process that is absorbed into the porous material. This is the most effective way to ensure good color. On the down side, the sun will fade out this color over time. Another way is the dyed adhesive process where the adhesive is colored prior to the application to the clear polyester. Metalized Films are created by a process called sputtering. This is an advanced process that uses a rod of desired metal such as nickel, stainless steel, copper, aluminum and others that is literally converted into a molten form and “sputtered” on the surface of the film by charging the metal and the film with opposing ions allowing the metal to penetrate and uniformly bond to the film. A Hybrid Film is a bonding together of a dyed film and a fully metalized film. This is the best film for good color and long lasting quality.
