Our photoresist films come in many varieties and also thicknesses.

How to choose the correct type of photoresist film? Check our blog article below and make the right decision!

WHAT MATERIAL DO I WANT TO DECORATE?

Sandblasting is a magical decoration technique thanks to its variability of use. We can sandblast glass, ceramics, wood, metal, plastic, acrylic and also unusual materials such as leather, or even a pumpkin for Halloween Night!

Below are the most commonly decorated materials and suggested photoresist film :

FLAT GLASS, CYLINDER GLASS (awards, trophies, tumblers, whisky glasses, drinking glassware)

Requested film features : good adhesion, durability, details

Suggested film : RapidMask series

CURVED GLASS (wine glasses, gin glasses, bowls etc.)

Requested film features : good adhesion, durability, details, flexibility and elasticity

Suggested film : R series

CERAMICS / STONE / WOOD

Requested film features : strong adhesion with no residue, durability, details, flexibility and elasticity

Suggested film : UltraPro series

WHAT DEPTH DO I WANT TO ACHIEVE?

In relation to the requested sandblasting depth, we can choose from :

2 mil / 3 mil photoresist films

This film thickness is the ideal thickness for surface sandblasting. These films are also very quickly exposed, and together with rapid washout (if applicable) are ideal for almost every type of surface sandblasting decoration.

4 mil / 5 mil photoresist films

This films thickness is absolutely crucial for stage sandcarving (sandblasting in layers) or deep sandblasting. Also use this thickness when there is a requirement to sandblast for a longer period of time to obtain the required depth. .

6 mil / 10 mil photoresist films

This films thickness comes in handy when sandblasting needs to be really deep (stone deep sandblasting mainly). This thickeness gives you the support you need and together with high pressure in your sandblasting cabinet and rough media grit you can achieve unbelieveable results in terms of depth!