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Offline printguy

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Waterproof Polyester
« on: January 04, 2017, 02:23:51 PM »
Have a small order of 100% polyester work coats where the fabric is "waterproof". Two color left chest with a flash - any issues regarding adherence?


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Re: Waterproof Polyester
« Reply #1 on: January 04, 2017, 02:34:25 PM »
Have a small order of 100% polyester work coats where the fabric is "waterproof". Two color left chest with a flash - any issues regarding adherence?
How small of an order? I opt for heat seal on some jobs like this, especially with lined jackets for which I don't have a hold-down. I have had pretty good luck with adhesion this way.
Keep in mind that any suggestions to remove the waterproofing with a solvent also mean that you will be removing the waterproofing ability of the jacket in that spot. I have always thought that may defeat the purpose of a waterproofed jacket, so always warn the client.
Same issue sometimes with embroidery.

btw could you link to the jacket?
« Last Edit: January 04, 2017, 03:08:58 PM by Frog »
That rug really tied the room together, did it not?

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Re: Waterproof Polyester
« Reply #2 on: January 04, 2017, 02:56:42 PM »
Just a 10 piece - won't require a hold-down as there's a zipper on the inside that allows access to the outer shell. Jacket is SanMar Cornerstone CSJ24 in safety yellow.

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Re: Waterproof Polyester
« Reply #3 on: January 04, 2017, 03:13:18 PM »
Well, as I said, for only ten I'd consider heat seal, depending on the design, either straight cad-cut, or print and cut.
That rug really tied the room together, did it not?