Mylar polyester films are used in a wide variety of applications. One application that may not be as widely known, but is a growing market is stencils. Many people think of crafters when they think of stencils, but the handy tools are gaining momentum in home décor (think tile and backsplashes) and businesses (wayfinding signage) and even by DIY clothing designers to create unique fashions. 

What is a Stencil?

A stencil is a pattern that is cut into a material or substrate that allows a user to apply a design to an object through the application of paint or ink. Stencils can be made from a variety of materials, including plastic, wood, and metal. 

Mylar-  Translucent Polyester Film

One of the most common materials used to create stencils is Mylar  These translucent films are tough, general-purpose films and that have many attributes that make them well suited for stencil making: 

Allows stencil makers to create very sharp edges

It enables stencil makers to achieve crisp points particularly when working with patterns with minute details via a variety of cutting methods including laser cutting and knife-plotter cutting

Mylar is a versatile film, which allows for it to form to irregular shapes or to be rolled around cylindrical shapes,Even when using a thin material, such as 10 mil Mylar, it is durable, does not become brittle with age, and is a long-lasting film that can be used multiple times

It has excellent resistance to most chemicals making it easy to clean

It comes in a variety of thicknesses

It is a cost-effective material

Thin Thickness – 5 mil and 7.5 mil