In reply to GarethSL:
Only have one splash map at a 1:25000 scale that I've had for about 3 years. Bought for decorative purposes only as a reminder of an area I used to frequently visit, since it's uniquely different from just framing a paper map, thus not tested in the field nor washed, so can't comment on those aspects I'm sorry.
Print is as good as I expected (clear to read place names, etc, but not entirely sharp) given it's on fabric which itself feels strong and robust. My only slight negative is the printed orange colour of the contours in the really steep areas, which I should add mine contains lots of, is actually quite strongly saturated and I suppose could be a bit more subtle and toned down. Did always think about washing it to see if I could dull the orange a bit, but have accepted it for what it is!! That aside I have been very happy with it, and would certainly buy again if I wanted another area.
