Materials & sizes
Acrylic Glass or Aluminium Dibond for Your Collage?
· 5 min read
Both acrylic glass and aluminium dibond offer a sleek, modern finish for your photo collage. We'll break down the unique qualities of each to help you make the best choice for your images.
The Visual Finish: Glossy vs. Matte
Acrylic glass gives your photo collage a high-gloss finish with a luxurious feel. The print is placed behind the glass, which enhances colour vibrancy and creates a beautiful sense of depth.
Aluminium dibond provides a contemporary, matte finish. Because it doesn't reflect light, it's perfect for brightly lit rooms or spaces with lots of windows, as there will be no glare.
Depth, Detail, and Colour
The transparent layer of acrylic glass creates a 3D effect that makes your photos come alive. This is particularly stunning with colourful images, making them pop with intensity.
Aluminium dibond is known for its exceptional detail reproduction. The matte surface allows for incredible sharpness, making it a favourite for black and white photography and highly detailed collages.
Durability and Price
Both materials are extremely robust, lightweight, and resistant to moisture, making them suitable for any room, including kitchens. Aluminium's matte surface is slightly more resistant to fingerprints than glossy acrylic.
These premium materials have a similar price range. A 40x60 cm collage on aluminium dibond starts at €84.99, while the same size on acrylic glass starts at €89.99.
How to Make Your Choice
Choose acrylic glass if you want your colours to be as vibrant as possible and love a deep, glossy look. Opt for aluminium dibond for a modern, subtle finish that eliminates reflections and highlights every fine detail.
For both options, high-resolution photos are key. Aim for original files, ideally around 3000 pixels on the longest side, and use our editor's sharpness check to guarantee a flawless print.
