Dink’s Custom Pickleball Paddles Print Guarantee
The key to a great-looking custom pickleball paddle is a high-quality image.
At Dink, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, visually stunning custom pickleball paddles. However, we understand that achieving the perfect print isn’t always easy, especially when images of varying quality are submitted. That’s why we have a Print Promise Guarantee—to ensure every customer is completely satisfied with the final look of their custom paddle.
What is the Print Promise Guarantee?
It is our way of ensuring that every custom paddle we produce meets your expectations for quality and clarity.
While we cannot offer free paddles in the event of a design issue, we’re committed to working with you to get the artwork just right. If your paddle’s print doesn’t turn out as expected due to image quality, we offer a discounted replacement option.
Depending on the model selected, customers can purchase a new paddle for as little as $25 while keeping the original paddle.
Why Quality Matters
The key to a great-looking paddle is a high-quality image. The resolution and clarity of the image directly affect how it will appear on the paddle’s surface. High-quality images ensure that every detail of your design is sharp, vibrant, and clean. On the other hand, low-resolution images often result in prints that look blurry or pixelated, making the paddle less visually appealing.
Many customers may not realize their image is too low-quality for printing until they see the final product. While we do our best to review and assess images before production, the final result may vary depending on the image file’s resolution. That’s why our guarantee gives customers peace of mind by offering a solution if they’re unsatisfied with their initial print.
How Does It Work?
Before we print, we review the image you’ve submitted to ensure it meets our quality standards. This process involves checking the image resolution, size, and clarity to assess how well it will transfer onto the paddle’s surface. If we identify potential issues, we’ll notify you beforehand, recommending a higher-resolution version of your image if needed.
However, sometimes, despite our best efforts, a customer might receive a paddle with a print that doesn’t live up to their expectations. The most common complaint we hear is that the image looks blurry or pixelated. This is often due to the use of a low-resolution image that doesn’t translate well when printed on the larger surface of a paddle.
When this happens, rather than leaving you with a paddle that doesn’t reflect your original vision, we offer a discounted replacement paddle for as little as $25. All you need to do is provide a higher-quality image for reprinting. This ensures that the replacement paddle turns out exactly as you imagined, with clear and sharp details.
It’s important to note that it doesn’t mean we’ll send you a free replacement paddle. Instead, we provide a cost-effective solution by offering the replacement at a significantly discounted price. This way, we can work together to get your design just right without breaking the bank.
Steps to Redeem the Offer
If you’ve received a paddle and are unhappy with the print quality, here’s how you can get a replacement at a discounted rate:
Identify the issue: Review the print on your paddle and determine if the image appears blurry or pixelated due to a low-resolution file.
Contact us: Reach out to our customer service team to inform them of the issue. We’ll help guide you through the next steps.
Submit a new image: Provide a higher-resolution version of your image (ideally 300 DPI or above) for the replacement paddle. Our team will review the new file to ensure it meets the necessary standards.
Order your discounted replacement: Once we’ve confirmed the new image is suitable for printing, you can place an order for your replacement paddle at the discounted price of $25.
Receive your updated paddle: We’ll reprint your design with the new, higher-quality image, ensuring you get the perfect custom paddle you originally envisioned.
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Why Some Images Don’t Print Well?
When printing custom designs, the quality of the image plays a crucial role in how the final product looks. One of the most common issues is using low-resolution images, which leads to poor print quality. Image resolution is typically measured in PPI (pixels per inch), and the higher the PPI, the more detail the image contains. Low-resolution images, often below 300 PPI, don’t have enough detail to maintain sharpness when printed. As a result, the image can appear blurry, pixelated, or distorted on the paddle surface.
To avoid this, zoom in on the image; if it becomes blurry or jagged at a larger size, it’s likely low resolution. Checking the file size and pixel dimensions can also provide clues—small files, such as those below 1MB, often don’t contain enough data for a crisp print.
Dink’s Artwork Suggestions for the Best-Looking Paddles
Our custom pickleball paddle artwork suggestions can help you achieve the best possible result when designing a custom pickleball paddle. If you’re drawn to bold designs, think about using strong patterns or vibrant colors that make a statement on the court. For a minimalist look, opt for clean lines, simple logos, and subtle color schemes.
Color balance is another crucial factor in creating a visually appealing paddle. Choosing colors that complement each other ensures your paddle design feels cohesive and professional. While using many colors is tempting, choosing a palette where the hues work together harmoniously is often more effective.
Regarding the types of images used, graphic and digital artwork, vector-based designs often have the sharpest prints and quality. Photos with simple, clean backgrounds work best, as complex or busy images may not print well on the paddle’s surface. Additionally, incorporating logos or text requires careful planning. It’s essential to ensure that text is legible, not too small, and that the logo doesn’t dominate the overall design.
Consider how your chosen artwork will interact with different paddle materials. For instance, detailed patterns might look better on composite paddles, which provide a smoother surface for intricate designs.
Meet the Expert
Mike Hardy
Hey, I’m Mike Hardy, founder of Dink. I’ve spent years learning everything there is to know about what makes a paddle play great, and I personally test every single one we make (sometimes until they break) to make sure they’re up to the challenge. So, in my articles, I want to share my knowledge with you to help you find the perfect pickleball equipment for you.
