A run-down and graffiti-stricken area in downtown Dallas has enjoyed an extraordinary facelift recently, through the installation of durable, large-scale public murals using Drytac Polar Grip Air and Interlam Pro Anti-Graffiti laminate. Local artists collaborated with Dallas-based print and installation specialist DTX Wraps tom deliver the project as part of an ongoing Beautification Project led by Downtown Dallas Inc. (DDI). The project required large-format printed graphics that would remain securely in place in challenging, real-world environments typical of busy urban settings. Reliability and ease of installation were critical, given the scale and visibility of the murals.
DTX Wraps printed the graphics in-house on its Epson SureColor S80600L printer, ensuring strong colour vibrancy and accurate reproduction of the artists’ work. For the base media, the team selected Polar Grip Air from Drytac. Known for its aggressive adhesive system, Polar Grip Air stays stuck in hard-to-stick-to environments, making it particularly well suited for demanding surface conditions often encountered in public installations. The material’s air release technology also supports efficient, bubble-free application. To further ensure long-term durability and protection in a high-traffic public environment, the printed graphics were paired with Drytac’s Interlam Pro Anti-Graffiti laminate. The addition of the protective overlaminate made the finished murals ideal for public spaces, helping guard against surface damage and vandalism while maintaining visual impact.