What is a "Step and Repeat"?
Good question. The origin of the term step and repeat has two stories. The first is the action of having a person "step" onto the red carpet, pose for the photographers and leave, while the next person follows and "repeats" the process. The second source fo the step and repeat term originates from graphic designers that would create an image and repeat it in PhotoShop. Overall, it refers to a display that has sponsors logos on it for the purposes of advertising and capturing photos of celebrity or noteworthy people to be used in media outlets in film, television, magazines and websites.  Today, step and repeat displays are also used in local events, weddings, birthday parties......many different uses.....many different situations.

Why trust Sign Art Etc with your step and repeat project?
With almost 10 years in the signs and graphics industry we have an outstanding reputation in the business.  Unlike other printers, step and repeat displays are one of our top products. Every day we produce 10-15 step and repeat displays, shipping them all over the US. Our team of professionals will help ensure your event is memorable and successful.

How do I handle the graphics?
That's our job. Our team will always email you a complete graphics proof for your approval prior to printing. Our proofs are always to scale, so you'll know exactly what your Step and Repeat will look like on event day.

What graphic file types can I supply?
We prefer Vector Outline EPS files or Adobe Illustrator. These allow us to scale your logo to any size without any loss of quality. Also, vector files are never "pixelated"

JPEGS and PDF's will work. Just keep in mind, if the file is really small, when it's scaled up it can be blurry or "pixelated."

How do I send the graphic files?
We have an FTP link for you to upload your files (See UPLOAD FILES on the navigation menu).  You can also email the files to us.

What about rush orders?
Most printers "outsource" their work to other printers like ourselves (Yes, we are wholesale too!). That usually acccounts for their slow leadtime. With us, you're going to the source.  So if you really need that quick turnaround, we can design, produce and ship your step and repeat display in one day.

Is your pricing competitive?
Absolutely! Of course you can always find cheaper step and repeat displays, but you get what you pay for. Keep in mind that the materials used are "photographic" quality and most printers will sell you cheap vinyl with "high sheen" glossy finish. This will cause glare on your photos.

What is your print quality?
We use state of the art printers that are six color. Most printers use four-color print. The difference is startling. We print at a standard rate and never use fast "production" speed. This means there is no "banding" in our print, which are lines in the artwork. Other printers will tell you they have some banding, but not too much.  We will say our step and repeat displays have no banding.  This is due to the better equipment we use to produce your step and repeat here at Sign Art Etc.

What’s the difference between boards and banners?
Basically, there are compelling reasons to use both depending on the event. If you require absolute perfection in your wall, use the hard panel step and repeats. They are quality 1/2" thick hard plastic foam-core, with low glare sheets of photo quality vinyl hand-laid individually. They come in 5 ft wide x 8 ft tall sections and can be daisy-chained to upwards of 100 ft.

The sheet vinyl is equal in print quality and is used by our customers that need to have a Step and Repeat present and strong for mid-size events. They are fast to set up and this is our clients most popular option. Our specialized system keeps the panels taut to eliminate wrinkles and provide an all around finished display.

What payment do you accept?
We accept all major credit cards.  You can order directly online using our secure checkout process. 

How about projects out of the ordinary?
We love helping our clients with any project they can dream up.  Just contact us and let us make your life a little easier.....at least for this project.

 

How about help setting up?

Hey, don't threaten us with a good time! We love pushing the envelope and making really fun Step and Repeats. Give us a call to discuss your options with our design team. 

Where do you deliver?
We deliver directly to your location all over the US other than Alaska and Hawaii.