PERFECT COLOURS
Established in 1999 London based Perfect Colours, are award winning specialists in Large Format Printing and Finishing solutions with a customer focused mindset to offer high levels of expertise, service and value for money.
Supplying a wide range of Printers, Finishing Equipment, Inks & Media, RIP & Colour Management Solutions and Warranty & Service Support.
They invest heavily in training and certifying engineers, customer service personnel and sales consultants to ensure that the customer is getting the right solution at the right price.
Boasting a large portfolio of products which includes not only the aqueous based inkjet machines on which the business was founded but has now added UV flatbed print technology from the likes of Durst and Hewlett Packard as well solvent based printers from Roland and Epson and environmentally friendly Latex outdoor print solutions, also from Hewlett Packard.
In total Perfect Colours now has over 55 staff in five branches throughout the United Kingdom, including a sales team of 22 highly qualified and trained individuals who can advise on Large Format Hardware, applications, media, software, colour management solutions, office stationery as well a 10 strong customer service and logistics team and other teams involved in finance, maintenance and administration.
London – July 2026 – Perfect Colours, a leader in print management solutions, has highlighted the availability of Print Factory, a unified Raster Image Processor (RIP) designed to deliver consistent, high-quality colour output across multiple printers.
The solution addresses one of the print industry's most persistent challenges: maintaining colour accuracy and consistency across different devices and workflows.
London, UK – July 2026 – Perfect Colours, a leading supplier of premium interior products, has highlighted Neu Kaliss interior-focused non-woven wallpapers in its product range.
The move reflects Perfect Colours' continued commitment to offering high-performance, installer-friendly solutions that meet the evolving demands of the interior design industry.
Neu Kaliss wallpapers are engineered for professionals who refuse to compromise on quality.
Available in both uncoated natural and coated performance variants, the range combines sophisticated aesthetics with practical functionality — making them a strong choice for a wide range of interior applications
Lutterworth, UK – June 2026 – Advance Print Solutions has expanded its wide-format production capacity with the installation of an HP Latex 830W, supplied by Perfect Colours Ltd.
The investment is designed to boost throughput, broaden the company's range of applications and support continued growth as demand rises.
The Lutterworth-based print, signage and graphics specialist worked closely with Perfect Colours, which carried out a consultative review of workflow, job mix and growth plans before recommending the device. T
London - June 2026 – Perfect Colours, a leading printing solutions provider, is set to host the highly anticipated Perfect Colours and HP Discovery Event in Scotland on the 7th and 8th of July.
This event will provide industry professionals with an exclusive opportunity to witness the latest advancements in sustainable print technology, directly addressing the growing demand for eco-conscious innovation in the sector.
Attendees will have the unique chance to see the new HP Latex R530 in action, alongside the cutting-edge Latex 730W.
Sheffield - UK – May 2026 – Perfect Colours, a leading innovator and trusted authority in the commercial print sector, has announced its exclusive "Growing Profits Through Efficiency" Open Days, scheduled to take place on the 12th and 13th of May.
The highly anticipated event is purposefully designed to equip print businesses with the crucial strategies needed to streamline their daily operations, integrate advanced automation, and leverage the latest print technology to drive sustained profitability in a rapidly evolving market.
Somerset, UK – April 2026 – Perfect Colours, a leading provider of innovative printing solutions, has successfully installed a Canon Colorado M5 at Carly Press, a respected family-run Somerset print institution established in 1982.
This strategic upgrade addresses critical industry-wide bottlenecks, equipping the business to meet surging demand for premium digital print and large-format graphics while maintaining a commitment to efficient, sustainable production practices.
London April 7th 2026 -Perfect Colours, the UK’s premier large format print solutions provider, has today announced the acquisition of the DPS Group.
The move incorporates the group’s high-volume online brand, DPSB, and its specialist garment division, DTG Solutions, creating a powerhouse capable of serving every corner of the wide-format and textile print industries.
London – March 2026 – Perfect Colours, a leading provider of commercial printing solutions, has announced the introduction of the highly anticipated Epson SureColor V4000.
This innovative A1+ UV Flatbed printer is engineered to address the modern print industry's pressing demand for versatility, speed, and sustainable output, offering unparalleled performance on virtually any substrate.
The Epson SureColor V4000 represents a significant leap forward in printing technology, specifically designed to adapt to a wide array of demanding business needs.
London February 2026 – Perfect Colours, a leading provider of cutting-edge print and finishing solutions, has announced the launch of the Summa F1625 flatbed cutter.
This advanced cutting system is designed to transform creative concepts into finished products with unprecedented speed and precision, setting a new standard for production workflows in the print and signage industries.
London UK February 2026 – Perfect Colours has announced a transformative update to the Epson SureColor SC-V1000, enabling full support for Braille printing.
This development marks a significant advancement in the print industry's ability to deliver inclusive visual communications, ensuring that essential signage and information are accessible to the visually impaired.
This new capability is available immediately to users who update their Epson Edge Print Pro software.
The integration of Braille support into the SC-V1000 represents a critical step forward for the A4 flatbed UV printer market. #
London, UK – January 2026 – Perfect Colours, a leading supplier in the large format printing industry, has announced the immediate addition of Neu Kaliss interior-focused non-woven premium wallpapers to its extensive product portfolio.
This strategic expansion introduces a range of high-performance media designed to meet the evolving demands of interior decor specialists and print service providers looking for superior quality and ease of installation.
January 2026 – Perfect Colours, a leading large-format print specialist, has officially announced its membership with the British Sign & Graphics Association (BSGA).
This strategic alignment marks a significant milestone in the company’s history, reinforcing its unwavering commitment to best practice, technical innovation, and the upholding of the highest industry standards during a time of rapid sector evolution.
Perfect Colours, a leading provider of large format printing solutions, highlights the availability of Xerox Connect Apps, a suite of innovative software tools designed to revolutionise office workflows.
This new offering transforms standard multifunction printers into dynamic productivity hubs, addressing the urgent need for smarter, more efficient working environments in the modern business landscape.
London, United Kingdom – December 2025 – Perfect Colours, a leading large format print specialist, is calling upon the print and retail industries to elevate their visual communication strategies ahead of the critical holiday trading period.
As competition for consumer attention intensifies, the company is highlighting the strategic importance of deploying HP Latex White Ink technology to create high-impact, sustainable signage that secures distinct market visibility.
In a retail landscape that is becoming increasingly crowded, the ability to produce vivid, high-opacity graphics on a variety of substrates is paramount for brands seeking to make a lasting impression.
London, UK – November 2025 – Perfect Colours, a leading supplier of large format printing solutions, has announced it will soon be stocking the all-new Epson SureColor SC-S8100.
This advanced printer is engineered for businesses that require exceptional quality and rapid turnaround times, delivering a 30% increase in output speed compared to previous models.
The Epson SC-S8100 is set to redefine productivity standards in the printing industry. Equipped with a 6-colour UltraChrome ink set, it produces vibrant, high-impact visuals with outstanding colour accuracy and durability.
Perfect Colours, a leading supplier of large format printing solutions, has announced a critical software upgrade for all users of ONYX RIP software.
Following the cessation of ONYX support for the Windows 10 operating system on October 14, users must transition to a newer version to ensure continued functionality and security.
To facilitate this necessary change, Perfect Colours is offering customers a free upgrade to ONYX 25.
London, UK – October 2025 – Perfect Colours has announced an exclusive showcase of HP's revolutionary new range of wide-format printers at The Gherkin, addressing critical cybersecurity vulnerabilities that have long plagued the printing industry.
The event, taking place at HP Inc's prestigious 30 St Mary Axe location, will demonstrate how organisations can eliminate cyber security risks through next-generation printing technology.
The showcase centres on HP's groundbreaking DesignJet printer series, featuring advanced security protocols including whitelisting capabilities, secure boot functionality, and SNMPv3 network protection.
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