Case study from Papergraphics

Following attending at one of Papergraphics’ ‘Doing More with Interiors’ days at their regional customer centre in Paisley, Centurion Signs, based in East Kilbride, has now completed several installs using Papergraphics’ Digimura 2.1 wallcovering, with more in the pipeline.

  The first of these was at Kilmarnock Football Club’s ground, Rugby Park, where an elegant photographic design, created specifically for the club to celebrate their history, was used to invoke a modern and totally bespoke décor finish in their prestigious Champions’ Lounge. Having worked with the historic “Killie” club for some time, Centurion originally installed a self-adhesive vinyl for this particular project. However, the approach changed following the Interiors event they attended at Papergraphics, as Gordon Duff, Managing Director at Centurion explains:   “We’ve worked with Papergraphics for years and thought the opportunity to attend their Interiors day was one we couldn’t pass up. The day itself was great and I took away a lot of new information that I could use for my business. One of the things that really stood out was the legislation and standards relating to the installation of wallcoverings. For me, it cemented how important it was to use the right type of product for the application. We subsequently booked our installer team onto Papergraphics’ wallcovering application course in order to understand the regulations and installation technique in more detail.   “After attending the Interiors event and the training, we took the decision to go back to Kilmarnock Football Club to take down the existing self-adhesive vinyl and change it for Papergraphics’ Digimura 2.1. We wanted to give the football club and ourselves the assurance that we had installed a solution that not only meets the correct regulations, but one that looked really fantastic, and would last.”   Centurion has subsequently gone on to win several more interior décor projects, based on the specification of proper wallcoverings. The printer’s creative skill and ability is showcased most recently at the newly-opened Ardnahoe Distillery on Islay, where a range of imagery and themed wall graphics compliment the distillery’s exhibition tour displays, signage and décor. Centurion claim this is their favourite project of 2019 to-date.   Digimura 2.1 offers PSPs and installers a superior-quality digital wallcovering that is ideal for high-traffic public and commercial spaces that must adhere to strict guidelines, high specifications and outstanding durability, even when printed. These wallcoverings are ideal for busy public areas such as the football club‘s Hospitality lounge or the distillery’s Visitor Centre. They also contain an anti-fungal/ anti-microbial biocide, adding to the list of robust credentials and are suitable even for healthcare environments. They also hold a “Euroclass EN13501” fire rating (essential for public spaces).   Digimura 2.1 is compatible with eco-solvent, solvent, UV-curable and latex printers and is available in five different finishes, each adding a unique aesthetic to the printed image or design.   “We’re delighted that Centurion found our event and training so informative and that it’s had such a positive impact on their business,” comments Barry Dellow, Application Training Specialist at Papergraphics. “The legislation for wallcoverings is so important but there is a lack of knowledge within our industry. We’re here to support our customers by providing training and advice to help them build their business in digital interiors. The end results for Centurion (and their clients) are exciting, creative spaces that have been brought to life by these beautiful wallcovering installations.”