I came across the Lastolite Superwhite Vinyl Background on the web; http://www.lastolite.com/superwhite-vinyl-backgrounds.php
Looks like it's a good replacement for the paper backgrounds. Give it a wipe after the shoot and you'll always have a clean background. Does anyone have any experience with this, an opinion? I'm considering buying this for the photo club's studio instead of the white background paper.
I have a roll in my studio, use it all the time, it has a matt finish which does not reflect too much light back.
Be warned it is very heavy, so wall mounted brackets would be a good idea. (15kg)
Also if you are using the manfrotto roll system then you will need to swap the plastic chain for the metal chain.. I broke several plastic chains...
Hope this helps.
Thanks Nathan, that is helpfull. How is strong is the vinyl? Can it withstand high heeled shoes of the models? Is as easy to clean as Lastolite advertises?
spijker wrote:
Thanks Nathan, that is helpfull. How is strong is the vinyl? Can it withstand high heeled shoes of the models? Is as easy to clean as Lastolite advertises?
Menno,
I've got the apron for the Hi-Lite, which is the same stuff. It is strong and very easy to clean. Shoes no problem, high heels not recommended.
spijker wrote:
Thanks Nathan, that is helpfull. How is strong is the vinyl? Can it withstand high heeled shoes of the models? Is as easy to clean as Lastolite advertises?
Menno
As Carmen said, very easy to clean, no problems so far, even with heels...be careful with spike stilettos though, especially if you use it over a carpet like floor covering
I just logged on here to post the exact same questions. Lucky I browsed first
How well does the background sit? I have been finding that as I get near the end of my paper roll, the paper gets a bit wavey with shadows in sections when I am not shooting high-key.
el_hoppy wrote:
I just logged on here to post the exact same questions. Lucky I browsed first
How well does the background sit? I have been finding that as I get near the end of my paper roll, the paper gets a bit wavey with shadows in sections when I am not shooting high-key.
el,
Should not be a problem for two reasons:
1. roll comes on an aluminum core
2. white vinyl is meant strictly for high key
I have the one from denny manufacturing. they are having a sale right now. I think it is 50 percent off. i like mine but it is big and bulky and heavy. i bought it to do a christmas shoot with santa and a tree and kids. we do a charity breakfast with santa each year. if i had paper or muslin it would have been ruined. all the snow and wetness here in the midwest. I thought about buying another one but not 12 feet wide. i would like one about 6 feet wide. i used it once in my living room for a family shot before i got my temp studio going. I would have liked for mine to come with a different way to mount it. it has a 2x3 inch wood frame on one end and a round rod that has been split and bolted back together on the other end. people trip over it.
just my thoughts
Barry
alixmiles wrote:
The one I have does not have the sheen on it I see in Umbro's
The other side of the vinyl has a matt sheen to it, but is a little textured.
The idea of the gloss side is that when used for lorry curtains/tilts is that road dirt will not stick to it as easily as the textured/inside side.
I second the advice mentioned by Nathan.
If you're gonna be using the vinyl on a Manfrotto system use the metal chains.
If using the plastic chains, one trick you can use is to gather the vinyl back up under the pulley before trying to re roll it.
The material is quite heavy and the plastic chains don't have the guts to be able to pull the materials along the floor and then onto the roll.
TTL, depending on what it's made out of, and if you are feeling brave, buy the 8X20, and cut it yourself. I imagine with a straight edge, and a good sharp titanium alloy utility blade, you'll be just fine. After all the exact edge I wouldn't think would have to be "perfect".
Another type of vinyl that I have been using is marine vinyl. Its used for upholstering boat seats and furniture. Sits nicely. Not glossy. Has a little bit of stretch and texture but not noticeable at all in any shots.
photojack wrote:
Another type of vinyl that I have been using is marine vinyl. Its used for upholstering boat seats and furniture. Sits nicely. Not glossy. Has a little bit of stretch and texture but not noticeable at all in any shots.
Also interested in the Savage Vinyl - Anyone use it - recommend it?
Jackal2854 wrote:
How about Savage Vynil BG...Has anyone used them? I am looking at them and wondered if they are comparable in quality to the Lastolite.
