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Where can I get large prints (60 inch) made cheaply? Anyone know a good print shop? (self.houston)

submitted ago by lafingman

I have two 14 megapixel (40 MB) images that I need to make large prints of. Would like the prints to be about 60 inches across. I do not really care what they are printed on, but would rather the material be flat/dull/not glossy.

Any idea what this should cost or a good place to get this done?

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[–]Darthfuzzy 6 points7 points ago

A&E Printing.

[–]seenitcomingHistoric Downtown District 0 points1 point ago

this is your best bet.

[–]CodeWord 0 points1 point ago

These guys will definitely take care of you. I worked there for 3 years and it's about as close to a mom and pop shop that you can get from a full out corporation.

One thing to be aware of is that if you have the operators in the back take care of it, you'll have more options but it will be considerably more expensive.

If having a seam in the middle is okay with you then they have a ~36" plotter in the self-serve area and computers to set the files up for output. Bob (or any of the CSRs) are insanely friendly and are more than willing to walk you through the process.

[–]the26thyear 0 points1 point ago

Costco?

[–]drrroOld 6th Ward 0 points1 point ago

If you can wait a bit for shipping, this is the best price you will find for the quality:

http://www.elcocolor.net/index.php/Poster-Special.html

$33 for a 30x60 on lustre paper (not quite matte, but not shiny like glossy either)

[–]patssle 0 points1 point ago

I use this guy > http://www.largephotoprinting.com/

More expensive, but printing on top of the line plotter.

[–]patman600 0 points1 point ago

allposters.com will do custom posters from your photo, I'm not sure how big they can go.

[–]lafingman[S] 0 points1 point ago

Thanks guys!

[–]taypat 0 points1 point ago

Bayou Graphix off of the beltway and 249 has always treated me right.

[–]OriginalStomperMedical Center 0 points1 point ago

Talk to Connie Smith, the owner at Minuteman Press [mobile (832) 563-8206]. Tell her you were referred by her real estate attorney.

[–]TruXter 0 points1 point ago

Kinkos. it's like 5-10 bucks a sheet, $15 for better I think.

[–]thehax0rcistEast End / Second Ward 0 points1 point ago

I have a plotter at work, just on reguar paper 42" wide roll. dont mind helping out a fellow redditor.

[–]mainsworthMontrose 0 points1 point ago

Should probably make sure your boss is cool with helping out a fellow redditor. Paper is expensive.

[–]thehax0rcistEast End / Second Ward 0 points1 point ago

i dont see it being a problem.

[–]Verdant_Media 0 points1 point ago

We do large format printing, including fine art reproduction. As far as cost goes, we have materials from $3/sq. foot (gloss or bond papers) up to $14/sq. foot (watercolor papers, canvas) and a wide variety between.

What are the dimensions you're looking to print? Are the images you want to print photos or graphics files?

Are you looking to make prints to frame and hang or just tack to a wall?

[–]_alexkane_ 0 points1 point ago

Try printchuck.com

We deliver the prints by mail, but you will have a hard time finding better quality for the money. And we're simple to use.

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