Executive Summary
Logoclothz prints on bright‑white polyester using calibrated dye‑sublimation presses and a PMS‑driven workflow. Provide your Pantone or HEX reference, send vector art, and approve the soft proof — and your table cover will land within an imperceptible ΔE 2–3 for most spot colors. Fluorescents and metallics remain out of gamut, and final color appearance will always depend on trade‑show lighting, but for standard solid hues and gradients you can expect truly on‑brand results.
1 | Does Logoclothz Offer Exact Brand‑Color Matching?
Absolutely. If a suitable background isn’t available among the 74 stock fabric shades, Logoclothz overprints your own PMS color at no additional cost. This applies to both full‑bleed cloth backgrounds and isolated logo elements.
2 | What Files & Reference Info Should You Supply?
| Item | Why It Matters | How to Get It Right |
|---|---|---|
| Pantone® Solid‑Coated or TCX number | Gives the RIP a precise L*a*b* target. | Convert any HEX value to PMS in Pantone Connect. |
| Vector artwork (AI, PDF, EPS) | Ensures scaleless sharpness at any table size. | Outline fonts and tag each swatch with its Pantone code before saving. |
| Physical swatch (optional) | Allows color‑lab strike‑off and spectro check. | Mail a printed collateral piece or earlier cloth if ΔE <2 consistency is mission‑critical. |
3 | How Color Is Reproduced on Fabric
Step 1 — Digital RIP Converts PMS to High‑Gamut CMYK
The color server translates your Pantone target into press‑calibrated CMYK values based on Logoclothz’s custom ICC profile.
Step 2 — Dye Migration at ≈400 °F
In the press, solid inks gas‑bond into the polyester fibers, yielding wash‑fast color that can’t crack or peel.
Step 3 — Cut & Sew Finishing
Thread color and stitched hems may reflect light differently, so micro shifts (especially in dark neutrals) are possible.
4 | Accuracy You Can Realistically Expect
| Scenario | Typical ΔE Result | Reasoning |
|---|---|---|
| Single PMS logo on white cloth | < 2 | Low ink load and white ground minimize variance. |
| Full‑bleed solid background | 2 – 4 | Bigger flood coat means more heat & moisture variability across the roll. |
| Fluorescents / Metallics / Neons | N/A | Out‑of‑gamut for CMYK dye‑sub; pick the closest conventional PMS. |
5 | Pro Tips to Lock‑In Your Brand Color
- Specify Pantone, not just HEX — screens lie, physical swatches don’t.
- Request a fabric strike‑off if ΔE <2 uniformity is critical.
- Evaluate proofs under the same LED lighting used at your event booth.
- Keep last‑minute edits out of the proofing window to avoid resetting colors to default CMYK.
6 | Quick Hand‑Off Checklist
- Pantone numbers called out for every flat color
- Vector art supplied at final size
- Hi‑res images (300 ppi) embedded
- Proof approved on a calibrated monitor
- Schedule leaves one week buffer for optional strike‑off