Are You Using the Virtual Inventory?

Under used and overlooked is the virtual inventory system that we have at FinerWorks. When you sign up for an account you have access to a valuable time saving tool which allows you to store frequently ordered prints and products so that you don’t have to upload your files and setup your prints each time you want to order them. Below I share two examples of why it is so useful for many.

Let’s take for instance Christine, one of our users. Christine is one of our frequent customers, ordering a couple times a day to have us fulfill her Etsy and Shopify orders for her art prints. She has about 20 different images she sells in several combinations of styles and sizes for framed giclee prints on fine art papers as well as canvas prints. Overall though about 10 images were her top sellers.

Recently she said that the time to setup each print every time she needed to order was taking a toll and asked us if we had any suggestions. The first question we asked was if she had taken advantage of the virtual inventory system we have. Sadly, she had overlooked this feature and had not take advantage of it. When we explained that she could save the prints she frequently ordered, she immediately started to take advantage of it. She started by uploading the images she had us print the most often and followed up by adding the print products for those images which she had us fulfill frequently.

Now whenever she has an order she just selects the appropriate product/print in her inventory and adds it to her cart. She said that when she does not have the item in her inventory yet, she adds it there before ordering it intending to eventually have all her inventory items saved.

Another, example is the marketing department of a large home developer here in the U.S. The builder is constantly adding new neighborhoods all over the country, sometimes up to 4 a month. Each time they do so, they build a model home which is also where their realtors locate their offices.

Inside those offices they will display interior signage as canvas prints with everything from company logos and slogans to a stock images displaying happy families. Total is about a dozen large canvas prints which they have us crate and ship to the model homes.

Since their marketing department does not have time to setup 12 canvas prints each time, they set them all up only once. Now they can quickly select all the prints from their virtual inventory, add them to their cart and checkout with the delivery location.

Even if you are not like Christine or a large home developer, and only place an order occasionally, there might come a time when your order volume increases, and you become just like Christine. So, taking advantage of this tool now will help a lot.

Is the virtual inventory feature for everyone? Not at this time since many of our customers do commissioned on demand prints that might be personalized and shipped to their customers. Unless they anticipate their customer will later order additional copies there is no sense to store it as an inventoried item.

There are some limitations on inventory items. Checkout the frequently asked questions below which address some of the common questions surrounding the virtual inventory.

Murals & Wallpaper

We have built in volume  & bulk discounts that will cover most scenarios; however, if the scope and size of the order is not listed when checking pricing, please contact us with the details of what you want to order and the time frame so that we can work out the fulfillment and pricing of the order.

Most people order online via our website’s Print Online Setup Tool.  Using this method, you will upload your image file(s), select the product type, styles, and size of print you want, then add the item to your shopping cart.

Some businesses that use us may have their websites connected to us, either through our Order Fulfillment App or one of our legacy integrations, which allow for batch order submissions.

FinerWorks is unable to accept orders by phone or email.

1. Measure the Width

  • Use a tape measure to record the horizontal distance of the wall from end to end.
  • If wrapping around a corner, measure each wall section separately and add the widths together.

2. Measure the Height

  • Measure from the floor to the ceiling (or desired mural height).
  • Use the tallest point if the floor or ceiling is uneven.

3. Note Obstacles

  • Record the size and location of windows, doors, outlets, or built-in fixtures.
  • Decide if the mural should cover or work around them.

4. For Corners and Wraps

  • Measure both walls independently (e.g., one 8 ft wall and one 4 ft wall = 12 ft total width).
  • Mark the corner clearly when submitting your measurements or design layout so the artwork aligns properly.
  • Add an extra inch or two at the corner for trimming and alignment.

5. Double-Check Everything

  • Re-measure each dimension to avoid sizing mistakes.
  • Round up on all sides by at least 1 ft to allow for trimming during installation.

Tip: Corners can cause pattern misalignment if not planned. If using a repeating pattern, make sure the designer or installer knows it wraps around.

There is no maximum size. You can order as much printed mural or wallpaper as you need based on the wall space coverage area. For murals, keep in mind that with murals, your artwork or imagery becomes less sharp the larger you go.

Contact us if you need assistance with replacing your mural printing or wallpaper.  Please review our return policy as well.

Murals will be provided in easy-to-manage tiles to accommodate the wallspace you provide when ordering. Wallpaper will be produced in rolls at specified lengths. Order online via POST to see your options.

There are 3 ways you may want to try. Since different monitors and screens can be adjusted differently, you may see variations compared to a print, especially if the device you are viewing the file on is not properly calibrated.

The following article lists 3 common ways you can proof your image files before submitting them for print.

3 Ways to Proof Your Work

Artists and photographers will have varying levels of expectations as to what is acceptable and not when it comes to accuracy.

It’s also important to understand that different printing processes can also have varying results. When it comes to color accuracy, giclee fine art prints, photo prints, and canvas will tend to be able to achieve the greatest accuracy because of the nature of the printers and inks used. Other items and surfaces may be more limited in their capacity to achieve the same level of color accuracy or even detail, so testing on varying types of print products can be key.

Metal Prints

Order HD Chromaluxe® Metal Prints

Print your artwork or photography as custom-size metal prints. Using the dye-sublimation process, your image is fused to the surface of rigid aluminum panels. These provide a modern look when decorating your home or office. Choose from multiple metal surface options. Order it framed, with a float wall mounting or even with a tabletop easel back.

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