Steel Prints

Dibond Aluminum Composite Laminated to Hand-Ground Stainless Steel

Our one-of-a-kind custom hand ground stainless steel prints add extra dimension and flare than ChromaLuxe® prints.

Due to the nature of producing steel prints, the actual size of your unique, made-to-order print may vary slightly in either dimension.

Certificate of Authenticity

Your purchase of any of our limited edition prints includes an official Certificate of Authenticity, printed on archival deckle-edged paper, signed by the artist, with a unique serial number attached to both the Certificate and the print. We keep extensive records of each edition piece that is sold.

Steel Prints

Your purchase of a Limited Edition Steel Print includes your choice of reinforced frame and includes a complimentary French cleat to assist with easy installation. Choose from the four most popular frames or send us an email for custom framing options.

Made-to-order hand-ground steel pieces may take between 3-4 weeks to create by our artist Eric States. Larger pieces can take 5-6 weeks. Packing and crating may take 1-5 additional business days. After the print is properly packaged, expect 1-5 days for delivery depending on your delivery location. You will receive a tracking number and may contact us for specific delivery instructions and requests.

See our Shipping Policy for more info.

Steel Prints

Unlike aluminum prints which are lightweight and easy to handle with one person, steel prints will be heavy. For example, a 44" x 66" inch print will weigh around 40 pounds or more. Your steel print will be shipped in a custom reinforced crate or other sturdy packaging option to ensure safe travel.

Edition Limits

Each photograph is limited to 99 print reproductions unless otherwise noted. Print reproduction includes giclée, ChromaLuxe® aluminum, and hand-ground steel. Your Certificate will note which edition number you receive.

Is the print signed by the artist?

No, when you order a limited edition print you will receive a Certificate of Authenticity, which is signed by the artist, but the print will not come signed. However, you can request for your print to be signed for an additional fee. Contact us at info@sliceoflight.com or (805) 354-5552 to get started.

Is there a Watermark?

No, your print will not have any sort of watermark. Watermarks may appear on the listing images on the website in order to protect the artist from plagiarism and copyright violations.

Do Steel Prints Come Framed?

Yes, for made-to-order hand-ground steel prints we offer four framing choices.

What Do I Get With a Limited Edition Print?

Each print is paired with a Certificate of Authenticity of archival quality with the exact information about the piece ordered, including a unique holographic serial number that matches the serial number on the back of your print. The Certificate is signed by the photographer.

Do You Offer Discounts?

You may contact us about progressive volume discounts for multiple print purchases.

Can I License One of Your Images?

Yes, you may contact us regarding licensing.

What if I Want a Custom Crop, Size, or Medium?

Each image is limited to 99 replications. These replications can be made in two different mediums and 3-4 different sizes, as is available on the website.

Custom sizes, crops, or mediums made of an image will count towards the limit of replications.

To submit an order for a custom crop, size, or medium, please send an email to info@sliceoflight.com with the following details:

1. Your First and Last Name
2. The Title of the Image
3. The Size of the Crop You Want
4. The Medium of the Print You Want

We will then send you a confirmation email along with an invoice.

Note: Custom sizes larger than those listed for sale on the website are available upon request.

International Shipping

Currently, we offer international shipping by request only. Please note that additional customs duties or taxes may apply for international orders, and the customer will be responsible for any such charges. If your location is not listed during checkout, please contact our customer support team at info@sliceoflight.com or (805) 354-5552 to get started.

What is "Archival"?

There is currently no exact definition for "archival"--different organizations define it in different ways and there is no universal testing standard for longevity.

However, this term is loosely used to describe paper and inks that will last an extremely long time without fading or deteriorating if kept under controlled conditions.

Every print and painting you see in a museum is of archival-grade.

Some indicators that determine if a paper is of archival quality:

• Acid Free
• Lignin Free
• 100% Alpha-Cellulose

Acid Free paper can be made from any grade of cellulose and means the paper is lignin- and sulfur-free. Acid free paper has the capability to last between 500 and 1000 years.

Alpha-Cellulose is the highest grade of cellulose, as it is the most stable. When a paper has a high percentage of Alpha-Cellulose, you are guaranteed a stable, permanent medium for inks.

Should I Spray My Giclée Print?

Short Answer: No.

Long Answer:

Usually, if you are not planning on framing your print behind UV glass, you should spray your print with a protective varnish. This is especially true for matte finish prints.

For semi-glossy, glossy, and metallic prints, this varnish can leave visible residue and actually reduce the glossy appearance, so we highly advise that you avoid any kind of protective varnish or spray.

Reference:

Moabpaper.com Blog "Are All Print Fixative Sprays Created Equal?"