Side Art for Pinball – Self-Adhesive Vinyl or Ultra-Gloss Self-Adhesive Plexiglass Finish

Instantly transform the appearance of your machine with our
Side Art for Pinball.
Designed to decorate the sides of the playfield,
these decorative elements extend the visual universe of the playfield
and bring a more immersive,
more modern
and more spectacular finish to your pinball machine.

Thanks to high-definition printing,
colors gain more depth,
contrasts become more intense
and graphic details stand out perfectly
under gameroom lighting.
The result immediately gives the impression
of a more premium and more customized pinball machine.

Each design is specially created
to integrate naturally with the theme of the machine.
Whether the universe is retro,
fantasy,
horror,
cinematic or futuristic,
the Side Art strongly reinforces the visual identity of the pinball machine.
And honestly,
now that most modern pinball machines come directly with side art from the factory,
the original plain black sides are starting to feel a little “budget edition”.

Two finishes available depending on your preferences

Our Side Art for Pinball
is available in two versions:

• Glossy or matte self-adhesive vinyl:
  ideal for a thin integration directly onto the sides of the playfield.
  The finish is very close to the Side Art used on professional custom pinball machines.
• Ultra-gloss self-adhesive plexiglass finish:
  a premium semi-rigid version offering more depth,
  more elegant reflections
  and easier installation.

Vinyl: an immersive finish but more technical to install

The self-adhesive vinyl
offers a particularly integrated finish
with a thin and highly immersive appearance.
However,
this type of installation requires more preparation
and a bit more precision during application.

To achieve the best possible result,
it is strongly recommended to
remove the pinball playfield
in order to properly access the inner cabinet sides.
This step greatly simplifies installation,
squeegeeing
and alignment of the artwork.

The surface must also be perfectly clean,
smooth
and grease-free before application.
Unlike plexiglass,
vinyl tends to reveal
small imperfections on the support surface more easily.
Careful preparation is therefore essential
to achieve a professional finish.

We recommend a dry installation,
using a soft squeegee
and progressively applying the vinyl from the center toward the edges
to avoid air bubbles.
A sharp hobby knife may also be necessary
to finalize certain adjustments depending on the pinball model.
Yes,
we are indeed talking about side art…
but some enthusiasts experience this installation
like a high-pressure surgical operation.

Self-adhesive plexiglass: the premium and easier solution to install

The ultra-gloss self-adhesive plexiglass finish
offers a particularly luminous and high-end result.
Its semi-rigid structure provides greater visual depth
while making installation easier.

Unlike vinyl,
it is generally not necessary to remove the pinball playfield.
Installation remains much more accessible
and more forgiving thanks to the rigidity of the material.
Plexiglass also hides small imperfections on the support surface better,
making it easier to achieve
a clean and uniform finish.

Simply clean the surface carefully,
position the elements dry,
then progressively remove the adhesive liner during installation.
The result instantly brings
an ultra-gloss
and highly premium finish to the playfield.

And honestly,
once the side art is installed,
it becomes very difficult to go back to plain black cabinet sides
without feeling like something is missing.
A bit like looking at a playfield without GI lighting.

Recommended protection during installation

👉 Recommended protection:
To avoid friction or wear when lifting the playfield during installation,
we recommend using
Pinball Assembly Blades.
This protection helps preserve the side art and playfield artwork during handling.

The advantages of Side Art for Pinball:

• Visual immersion: extends the graphic universe of the playfield.
• High-definition printing: vibrant colors and precise details.
• Two finishes available: vinyl or ultra-gloss self-adhesive plexiglass.
• Premium customization: instantly improves the aesthetics of the pinball machine.
• Professional result: delivers a more modern and high-end finish.

An ideal customization for gameroom and collection

The Side Art for Pinball
is one of the most visible customizations on a machine.
It instantly catches the eye
and strongly reinforces visual immersion during gameplay.

Whether for a private game room,
a personal collection
or an arcade space,
it brings a finish worthy of the finest custom pinball machines.
And incidentally,
it dramatically increases the chances that a visitor will say:
“Wait… did your pinball machine already look like that before?”

Package contents:

• Side Art for Pinball in self-adhesive vinyl or ultra-gloss self-adhesive plexiglass finish – variable quantity depending on the selected model

Note: Visuals are printed in small production batches.
Slight variations in color,
cutting
or positioning may occur depending on production runs.
Colors may also vary slightly depending on gameroom lighting and screen settings.