ViPrint Crea Polypropylene Sheet Natural Fine Sand/Sand Finish

ViPrint Crea is a high-performance, corona-treated polypropylene (PP) sheet engineered specifically for the demanding requirements of the graphic arts, architectural modelling, and industrial design sectors. This "Natural" variant features a sophisticated dual-textured finish: Fine Sand on the front and a standard Sand texture on the reverse (G02 emboss). Lightweight, chemically resistant, and exceptionally durable, these sheets are designed to be folded and hinged millions of times without tearing, making them an indispensable material for functional prototypes and high-end presentation models.

Applications:

• Architectural Model Making: An essential material for representing translucent glazing, frosted partitions, and contemporary facade elements. The "Natural" finish provides a beautiful light-diffusing quality, perfect for internal lighting studies or representing polycarbonate/sandblasted glass components in high-fidelity site models.
• Prototyping & Industrial Design: Ideal for creating living hinges, functional packaging mock-ups, and ergonomic studies. Because the material can be endlessly folded without fatigue or discoloration at the crease line, it is the premier choice for testing mechanical closures and folding mechanisms.
• Film & TV Scenic Design: Used for creating lightweight set panels, light diffusers, and futuristic prop details. Its non-reflective, matte sand texture ensures it remains camera-ready under intense studio lighting, while its resistance to moisture makes it suitable for varied environment shoots.
• Graphic Design & POS: A superior substrate for high-quality UV digital, screen, and offset printing. The corona treatment on both sides ensures excellent ink adhesion for premium stationery, point-of-sale displays, and luxury packaging prototypes.
• Promotional items
• Point of sale (POS)
• Custom filling boxes
• Promotional stationery
• Wallets
• Interior signage
• Ring binders
• Print applications

Key Features:

• Endless Hinging Capability: Remarkable fatigue resistance allows for repeated folding along a scored line without snapping or "whitening," essential for structural design.
• Light-Diffusing "Natural" Aesthetic: The translucent, frosted appearance offers a professional, neutral backdrop that reacts beautifully to ambient and directed light.
• Dual-Sided Texture (G02 FS/S): Features a refined "Fine Sand" surface on one side and a tactile "Sand" finish on the reverse, providing aesthetic versatility for different model components.
• High Chemical & Moisture Resistance: Naturally hydrophobic and resistant to most oils and chemicals, ensuring the material remains dimensionally stable in varied workshop conditions.
• Exceptional Workability: Can be precisely cut, guillotine-trimmed, die-cut, and lasered. It is also suitable for ultrasonic welding and bonding with specialised PUR adhesives.
• Sustainable & Safe: 100% recyclable, halogen-free, and phthalate-free. Unlike PVC, it emits no toxic chlorine gases if burnt.
• Ideal plastic for print
• Low density and lightweight
• Lighter than PVC
• Excellent hinging properties
• Excellent surface quality
• Great chemical resistance
• Suitable for litho, screen and digital printing
• Recyclable plastic sheet

Technical Specifications:

• Material: Corona-treated Polypropylene (PP)
• Colour: Natural (Translucent/Frosted)
• Finish: Front: Sand, Back: Sand (G02 FS/S)
• Dimensions: See Options
• Thickness: See Options
• Properties: Lightweight, low-density (approx. 0.92 g/cm), anti-static treated