Built to Last, Designed to Be Remembered
Where Quality Meets Meaning
At Ink and Magnets, every piece starts with a promise: if it carries your memories, it should be made to last. That’s why every single magnet (photo, branded, and novelty magnets) begin with archival-grade prints—the same professional standard trusted by photographers and artists for gallery work.
Archival-grade means more than “high quality.” It’s a specific standard referring to acid-free, fine-art matte photo paper paired with pigment-based inks that resist fading, yellowing, or breakdown over time. When handled and stored properly, these prints can remain vibrant for decades.
What Makes a Print Archival?
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Acid-Free Paper
Traditional papers often contain acids that cause discoloration and deterioration. Archival papers are neutral-pH, preventing that slow fade and keeping tones crisp. -
Pigment-Based Inks
Unlike dye inks that can fade or shift in sunlight, pigment inks sit on the surface of the paper and bond to it, creating deep color saturation and remarkable longevity. - Matte Fine-Art Texture
A subtle matte finish diffuses glare and enhances depth, giving images a professional look that feels timeless rather than trendy.
Together, this pairing creates a print that holds color, contrast, and emotion for years to come, so your memories don’t just live for a moment, they stay magnetic.
Why It Matters for Magnets
Whether you’re uploading family photos, designing branded merch, or collecting cheeky novelty designs, the print quality determines how your magnet looks—and lasts—on the fridge.
A great design means nothing if the colors fade or the paper warps. That’s why we print every piece in-house using a professional six-color photo printer chosen specifically for its archival pigment ink system. It’s how we ensure each magnet keeps its original tone, contrast, and emotion long after it’s made.
More Than a Pretty Surface
The print is only part of the story. Once printed, every design is sealed behind a high-gloss mylar overlay, then pressed onto a sturdy acrylic-coated shell with a full-sized magnetic back for strength and durability. The result? A professional-grade finish that’s both beautiful and built to handle real life—sticky notes, grocery lists, toddler hands, and all.
You'll See the Difference
Most standard prints (like those from big-box photo labs) use dye-based inks on quick-dry paper stock meant for short-term display. They look fine at first but can fade within a few years.
Archival-grade magnets, on the other hand, are made for people who want to keep life’s moments visible, tangible, and lasting—proof that real quality still matters even for pocket sized magnetic prints.
The Ink and Magnets Promise
Every magnet that leaves our studio is hand-pressed with care and backed by the same standard of craftsmanship.
Because when you create something that holds meaning, it deserves materials that hold up.
Archival-grade prints. High-gloss finish. Sturdy acrylic backing. Strong magnet hold.
Built to last, made to be loved.
Food for Thought
In a world that moves fast and forgets even faster, durability is an act of care.
Whether it’s a laugh, a logo, or a love story, the things we choose to keep close deserve a longer life than the scroll.
That’s why we print for permanence — so the moments that shape you don’t fade in the heartbeat it took to capture.
We care about you and your story, so it was extra important to get this part right. Your photos deserve more than the cloud → order your own custom photo magnets
xo,
Marli
