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The
Process |
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Using a silk screen process, we reproduce your logo in
ceramic color and
hand-apply it to the ware. The china is then fired it at temperatures approaching 1500
degrees during which the glaze of the ware softens and the image fuses with the glaze. The
fired image is extremely durable and will last years under normal conditions.
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Cost |
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Here's pricing information for a logo/design (3"
square or less) that doesn't require gold bearing colors. (Gold bearing
colors include pink, cobalt blue, purple and must be quoted separately.
Images larger than 3"x3" must be also quoted separately.)
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One Time Make Ready Charge |
144 Pcs |
288 Pcs |
432 Pcs |
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1 |
$70 |
3.35
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2.55
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2.29
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2 |
$115 |
3.59
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2.67
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2.37 |
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3 |
$160 |
3.73
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2.74 |
2.41 |
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4 |
$205 |
4.28
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3.02
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2.60 |
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5 |
$250 |
4.91
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3.33
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2.81 |
Our minimum order quantity is 144 pcs. If you only
want 72, the price is still for 144. Accordingly, the dollar minimum is
$552.40 (144*3.35+70)
Our "Make Ready Charge" includes normal art department time required for
redrawing, creation, and output. If your project requires other than normal
time, we'll inform you of this and quote separately.
To the above, you add the cost of the dinnerware as per our site. You should
order in case quantities. |
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Logo Placement |
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99% of logos are placed on the rim of the plate, at the 12:00 location..
Service plates that are displayed on the tabletop and then replaced with a food bearing
plate, typically would be decorated in the well of the plate. Sometimes the logo shape
better fits another area of the rim. No problem. We can mock-up alternate presentations so
that you can make the best choice to fit your decor.
You should make absolutely sure that you own or have written permission to
reproduce the art. If we have any question at all, we may require written
proof. |
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Ceramic Color |
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For food bearing surfaces, the FDA requires the use of low lead or lead
free colors. If you're in California, Prop 65 effectively requires the use
of lead free
colors. Lead free colors limit the range of color intensity in reproducing your image. For
example, there is no bright red unleaded color. Reds tend to be muted and lean toward the
rust color range. There are colors that can't be attained with low lead or lead free
ceramic color. Click to see a photo of the unleaded color
palette. Here
For mugs and cups, we do not decorate in the lip and rim area, which is defined by the FDA
as the top 20mm of the vessel. |
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Color
Matching |
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Providing us with PMC (Pantone Matching
Color) references is very helpful. While we can't guarantee an exact color
match (no ceramic company can,) we can certainly get within industry standard
acceptability. We're confident you'll be pleased. |
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Precious Metals |
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You can incorporate either 23k gold or platinum in your logo. Be aware,
however, that unlike ceramic color, precious metals sit on top of the glaze vs. sinking
in. Accordingly, precious metals are more subject to wear by physical abrasion and
chemical interaction. |
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Color or
Precious
Metal Bands |
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We can compliment your logo with the
application of color or precious metals bands around the outside edge of
each plate. We can also apply a verge line as well. The verge is the inner
part of a rim plate, where the rim and well meet. Precious metals can be 23k
bright or burnish gold, as well as bright or burnish platinum. Burnish
metals have a "matt" vs. shiny appearance. For purposes of
estimating... an average of $1.15 per item with should be used. The actual
price depends on the actual size of the item to be lined. |
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Production Timeframe |
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Subject to seasonal workloads, it generally takes 2-3 weeks for
development and 2-3 weeks for actual production. To be safe, allow 4-6 weeks for the
entire process. If you need faster service, please call for a "real time"
assessment. |
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| Estimates? |
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Easy and provided at no obligation. Just email or fax your logo,
include colors and quantities, and we'll respond promptly! |
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Restaurant
china, mugs, specialty plates, logo'd dinnerware at factory direct prices!