Printcolor Coatings for Sail Cloth

Sails endure extreme forces on the high seas, and in competitive sailing, every detail matters. The sails must maintain their shape under challenging conditions, remain flexible, and be as light as possible. Constant innovation in sail manufacturing also demands exceptional performance from sail decoration and coating. Inks need to match the flexibility of the material, adhere flawlessly, and withstand harsh outdoor conditions. Printcolor’s ink systems excel in meeting these unique requirements. Our water-based protective coating ensures that prints retain their radiance in all weather conditions.

We offer product packages with premixed standard colors or special shades according to PANTONE®. By choosing our Mixing System colors (MS) and pigment concentrates, you can mix your shades directly on-site, providing flexibility and optimizing ink and inventory costs. Our experts are available to advise you on the ideal ink system for your sails and provide training on using mixing inks and pigment concentrates.

Additionally, we provide coatings for various materials including Composite Materials (such as 3Di™ from North Sails and Carbon Fiber substrates) and Polyester Fabrics (such as Dacron, and Vectran). To further protect your sails, we offer clear sunlight protection varnishes that are available in both glossy and matte finishes. Furthermore, these clear protection varnishes are said to provide additional performance enhancements of sail cloth.

For more details, please refer to the technical data sheets of the respective ink series (482 and 660). Feel free to contact the experts at Deco Tech for tailored advice and solutions for your performance sail coating needs.

• Superior Flexibility: Matches the movement and flexibility of sail cloth materials without cracking or flaking.
• Durable Adhesion: Bonds flawlessly to fabrics, ensuring lasting performance in harsh environments.
• UV and Weather Resistance: Protects designs and colors from fading under prolonged sun exposure and extreme weather.
• Lightweight Coatings: Designed to add minimal weight while providing maximum protection.
• Customizable Colors: Available in premixed PANTONE® shades or as custom colors mixed on-site using our Mixing System (MS) and pigment concentrates.

Water-Based Protective Coating

PrintColor’s water-based protective coating ensures that prints retain their brilliance and radiance in all weather conditions. This advanced coating enhances durability while maintaining the lightweight properties critical for sail performance.

Specialized Coatings for Materials

Composite Materials: Perfect for cutting-edge substrates like 3Di™ from North Sails and Carbon Fiber fabrics.

Polyester Fabrics: Tailored solutions for materials like Dacron and Vectran.

Clear Sunlight Protection Varnishes: Available in glossy and matte finishes, these varnishes provide additional protection and performance enhancements for sail cloth.

Technical Data Sheets: Refer to the 482 series and 660 series data sheets for detailed performance specifications.

Expert Advice: Our team is available to guide you in selecting the ideal coating and ink system for your sails. We also provide training on using mixing inks and pigment concentrates for optimal results.

Our flexible Mixing System (MS) and pigment concentrates allow you to mix custom shades on-site, saving time and optimizing ink inventory costs. Whether you need standard colors or special PANTONE® shades, PrintColor coatings deliver flexibility and efficiency to meet your unique requirements.

Marine Sails: Competitive and recreational sails requiring vibrant, long-lasting designs.

Outdoor Fabrics: Tents, awnings, and other textiles exposed to extreme weather.

Specialty Substrates: Coatings designed for composite and polyester materials