American Flag Mask
Our custom printed face masks are available in 100% sub-silk material in one size fits all (8.5″ x 4.7″ / 22cm x 12cm) with elastic ear loops. These are currently the CDC recommended masks for use in public areas during the Coronavirus COVID-19 epidemic.
These custom printed face masks are printed with your designs and branding using digital thermal transfer presses making the colors bright without losing any durability. As these masks are designed to wear on your face there must not be any problems with moisture, or absorbency and our printing process does not effect the protection of the mask which includes PM2.5 filtering.
CDC recommends the use of fabric surface masks in public places where it is difficult to maintain other social distancing measures (e.g. grocery stores and pharmacies), especially in areas with high residential transmission rates. The CDC also recommends the use of simple fabric face masks to slow the spread of coronavirus and to help people who may have the virus and do not know they may transmit it to others. Silk face masks should not be used on young children under 2 years of age, on people who have difficulty breathing or who are unconscious, disabled or unable to remove the mask without assistance.
These silk face masks are not N-95 or surgical respirators. They are rated for dust, wind, pollen & PM2.5 airborne particles.
Should printed silk masks be washed regularly or otherwise cleaned?
Yes, they should be washed regularly, depending on how often they are used. One washing machine is sufficient for proper washing of facial surfaces. These masks can be washed at temperatures of up to 140?F to maintain mask hygiene.
Need help with this?
Our expert team is always here to help with any customizations you require.
Available 10am-6pm weekdays by phone, email or livechat.
What is CMYK?
In offset printing, the standard color mode used in CMYK. CMYK, or Cyan, Magenta, Yellow & Black represent the four process colours in this mode. When you are creating your files, be sure to check the color mode as programs like Photoshop by default use RBG color, not CMYK. CMYK may look more dull on a computer screen than RGB; more noticeable in large solid color areas.
Accepted File Formats
We require industry standard formats for all uploaded files. We keep quality in mind when we print every job. We accept the following file formats: TIF – JPG – PDF – EPS – PSD. We accept CorelDraw, Pagemaker & Quark or similar files by converting them to industry standard graphic formats like JPG, TIF or PDF.
Rich Black vs 100% Black
Large black areas or fonts bigger than 36 points should use Rich Black which stops areas appearing gray. Rich Black is created with 30% Cyan, 30% Magenta, 30% Yellow, 100% Black. This setup will keep black areas looking rich and bold. For best results with regular body text, do not use Rich Black.
What Paper to Choose?
Paper should be addressed first in your design work. With postcards, the best option is to choose a thicker cardstock instead of a thinner text weight. The difference between these 2 types of paper is thickness. Our text weight is based on pounds and our card stock is weighted by points. Want to feel the difference? Order a Free Sample Kit today.
What is Font Outlining?
We might not have the same fonts on our systems as your computer, so when saving your files in a vector based program (Illustrator, InDesign, Quark, CorelDraw) please outline your fonts. This will convert them to a vector image, will not effect the clarity and will allow us to see the same text as you see on your screen.
Coating Types
We have many coating options at Printing New York. Matte, UV, silk and spot UV. Choose the coating based on your application. For example, if you want to write on your cards with a pen, do not choose UV coating as a pen won’t write on it. In this case a matte or uncoated stock coating would suit. Choose UV coating for flyers or banners and our rich silk gives a touch of elegance; 16pt stock a more durable feeling.
FAQs
What resolution should my files be for printing?
When printing, 300 PPI is the best print resolution for digital printers. The design of a file with a resolution below 300 PPI will result in blurring and pixelization. On the other hand, you should not design with a resolution higher than 300 PPI. As far as the eye can see, there will be no difference in print quality. It will also make your file much larger (increase file upload/transfer time).
We always recommend 300 PPI drawings to print, but we also know that sometimes you do not have the ability to edit your drawings. If you cannot print your files with a resolution of 300 PPI, you will have to take some measures to ensure that a lower resolution works for you.
We recommend that you set the resolution in your graphics editor (i.e. Photoshop) to 300 PPI before you start drawing your file. Increasing the resolution after the start will still result in blurring/pixelation.
How are my artworks checked?
All the work is checked by our team before printing. If we have any problems with the files, we will contact you and advise you how to change the format. Please note that conversion of both color and size mode will be done automatically without prior information.
During the analysis of the illustrations, we check
– if the files are presented in one of the accepted formats (PDF, JPG, TIFF, EPS or PS).
– if the number of pages is correct
– if the file supplied is greyscale (only if you have ordered a color print)
– if the file is the right size (otherwise we will scale your work to the desired size, however, this may result in a reduction in resolution. No additional bleeding will be added to the process either).
– if the drill lines have been specified
– if the appropriate fonts have been incorporated into the file.
Why do my artwork files need bleed?
To ensure that there are no white areas on the printed product, all files submitted should have a 2mm bleed on each side. This means that your design (both images and graphics) should always be 2mm larger than the actual print format. Failure to do so may result in slight variations, resulting in white margins. To ensure that the fonts and essential elements of your drawing are visible, place them at least 3mm away from the final format (not including bleeding) and do not use edges as edges in layouts.
Optional:
– If you are submitting data for printing in an open format, the bleed should be 4mm on each side (e.g. A4 size including bleed should be 301×214mm).
– If you are submitting files for presentation folders, banners, monthly calendars, packaging or any other promotional technology products, please prepare a file with 3mm bleed on each side
– Envelopes should be supplied with a 1mm bleed.
– The textile elastic frames must be bled 15mm.
If you need more information, please consult our artwork instructions.
What file types can my artwork be?
You can upload files in the following formats:
JPG, PDF, EPS, TIFF, PS (PostScript)
Make sure that your PDF file is saved directly from your graphics program in standard PDF/X format (PDF/X3 or PDF/X1a). To avoid problems with layers and transparencies during the printing process, it is recommended to use the “1.3 compatibility” setting when saving artworks.
If you are sending TIFF files, be sure to reduce the number of layers to one.
To avoid problems with color variation or printed image, please do not use pre-separated data from DCS EPS.
How and where can I pickup my prints?
We are open for pick-up Monday to Friday from 10am to 6pm. After hours, you can always fill out our /contact/ form and we will contact you within one hour during business hours. We offer two locations in downtown New York City. Check which is more convenient – the SOHO district of Manhattan or Bensonhurst area, Brooklyn. Both our offices are easily accessible by subway and car.
Quality and consistency are an important part of every printing job in New York City. We employ only the professionals who run our machines, and our talented design team is ready to help you design your next printing project. At Printing New York, we only accept orders online, however, if you have any questions or concerns about placing your order, please call us and we will have a member of our team accompany you throughout the process. Our expert and friendly advice, combined with our talented designers and professional printing staff, all combine to give our clients a service that will take you to the extreme. Stop by one of our New York offices and see for yourself.
Are you an eco-friendly printer?
Yes we are! We offer the widest range of eco-friendly printing products available in New York using soy ink, including recycled business cards, brochures, presentation folders, sales sheets, stationery, catalogs, flyers, calendars and more. Recycled paper is now our standard stock.
Historically, the printing industry has had a poor reputation for caring for the environment, with excessive use of water and electricity, paper waste and the use of volatile chemicals resulting in toxic waste. Protecting the environment is one of New York Print’s major concerns, and we strive to put our planet first.
And this is how Print New York is making a difference:
– Using soy-based inks
– Use of recycled paper stocks as standard
– Printing methods, such as duplex printing, that reduce paper usage
– Modern machines that significantly reduce energy consumption
– Elimination of toxic and volatile chemicals
– Alcohol-free presses
– We recycle redundant machines and computer parts.
– We recycle our printing plates, press blankets, bottles, cans and containers
Jokester (verified owner)
10-3-21
United States
Verified Buyer
My corporate logo was printed perfectly. Thank you for making them so popular with my crew. Fits perfectly and is of decent quality.
insider (verified owner)
12-19-21
United States
Verified Buyer
The mask is fantastic! I really like the mask, and the personalization turned out great. Because of the mask’s delivery model, I’m giving it a 4/5 star rating. This is the only area where there may be some improvement, as it took many weeks to arrive. Thank you very much.
mrtisgod (verified owner)
6-11-21
United States
Verified Buyer
This mask was purchased as a gift. It’s fantastic to be able to put a custom image on it, which turned out even better than I had hoped. The earloops can be adjusted, which is a great feature. It was delivered in a timely manner and was well-packaged. I’d return to this store. Thanks!
poopy (verified owner)
2-6-21
United States
Verified Buyer
I adore my masks (as much as you can love a mask. LOL) They look fantastic, exactly how I imagined them, and after an unforeseen delay, they expedited my order and had it mailed to me quick.
Altec (verified owner)
10-3-20
United States
Verified Buyer
My Mask was fantastic! It turned out just how I wanted it to! And the turnaround was lightning fast! Thank you for choosing Printing New York! More will undoubtedly be ordered.