Welcome to the Perfect Colours Blog section, we use our blog to write about the latest industry developments, provide useful hints and tips about large format printers and keep you up to date on what's happening in the world of Perfect Colours.
Oct 06, 2025
The HP DesignJet T870 24-inch Plotter is perfect for professionals who need speed, accuracy, and reliability. Ideal for architects, engineers, educators, and marketing professionals, it handles CAD drawings, renders, posters, and more. With a compact, energy-efficient…
Aug 26, 2022
RIP software can significantly improve the way you work – allowing you to get the most out of your printers with increased versatility and productivity, faster print speeds, and more effective colour management. In this guide, we’ll look at what RIP software is, what it does, and why it’s important, as well as the best RIP software for large format printing. RIP software explainedRIP…
Jun 13, 2022
Perfect Colours has arrived in Sheffield and we’ve arrived in style! Our new Innovation Centre is crammed full of cutting-edge print technology, with a team of experts on hand to put it through its paces. Visitors can see demos of a range of top-end printers from HP, Epson and Jetrix, GoTX, along with software from PrintFactory, Caldera and Onyx.
Jun 08, 2022
Latex ink printing and solvent ink printing are both used for a diverse range of printing projects and offer similar printing results in terms of maximising image quality and outdoor performance.
Jun 05, 2022
Among other exhibits attracting a lot of attention at Sign and digital UK was the Durst Omega 2 Flatbed printer on stand D10, also exhibited by Perfect Colours. The Durst Omega 2 is a 1.6 Flatbed and roll to roll printer also known as a hybrid . The first noticeable thing about both the Omega 2 was the amazing print quality being produced and not just for a Flatbed, for any type…
Mar 25, 2022
It can be tricky when deciding whether a large format laser printer or inkjet printer is the right choice for your projects. It’s crucial when weighing up laser vs inkjet printers, that you consider exactly what it is you’ll be printing, how often you’ll be printing it, and what your budget is, both for the upfront costs of the printer itself and the long-term upkeep. Luckily,…
Mar 07, 2022
Three-dimensional printing (also known as 3D printing) is an additive manufacturing process that is widely used across a diverse range of sectors to create a vast range of physical objects, from a digital design. If you have ever wondered how 3D printing works, you’ve certainly landed in the right place. Here is our guide to everything you need to know. How does a 3D printer…
Mar 07, 2022
As a graphic designer, one of the most important tools in your professional kit is a quality printer. A high-quality printer is essential when producing prints for clients that truly reflect the hard work you’ve put into creating your designs. Not only that, but they also help you to visualise a final design or project in clear and accurate detail. But knowing which printer is right…
Mar 07, 2022
Whatever your project may be, you’ll want to make sure the paper you’re using is the perfect size for your needs. That’s why we’ve created a complete guide to paper sizing, including a range of size options, measurements in cm, inches, mm and pixels as well as the general uses for each paper size, giving you a better idea of the right size to fit your requirements. Note: the…
Jan 27, 2022
Powerful and versatile without taking up too much space, large format vinyl cutters have revolutionised the graphic design and signage production industries in recent years. Used not only by professionals and businesses, large format vinyl cutters are also the favourite of many hobbyists, built for simple and seamless workflows, with new technological advancements aiding in…
Jul 02, 2021
Thanks to significant advances in technology, 3D printers are more advanced than ever before. From furniture, shoe designs, wax castings for jewellery, tools, and tripods, through to sculptures, models, novelty items and toys, there is no limit to what can be created using a 3D printer. Sectors such as the aviation and automotive industries are also increasingly recognising the…