UV Coating is a clear liquid spread over the paper like ink and then cured instantly with ultraviolet light. It can be used as a spot covering to accent a particular image on the sheet or as an overall (flood) coating, this is called spot UV. UV coating gives more protection and sheen than aqueous [...]
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What is matte coating?
August 27th, 2009 · No Comments · Printing/Design
Matte coating is characterized by a non-glossy, glare-free background. It is smooth and silky to touch, but also prone to scuffing and fingerprints, especially in darker colors. Share
What is aqueous coating (AQ)?
August 27th, 2009 · 2 Comments · Printing/Design
An aqueous coating is a fast-drying, water-based, protective coating which is applied while the paper stock is on the press. It does not crack or scuff easily. This clear coating provides a high gloss surface which protects the surface from dirt, smudges, fingerprints and scratch. Share
Difference between matte and AQ coating
August 27th, 2009 · No Comments · Printing/Design
This will be best illustrator by an image, above you see the same image printed with aqueous coating (AQ) and matte coating. AQ coating gives brighter color on the image in general, while matte coating makes the color a bit more muted. Furthermore, matte coating gives the cardboard a silky smooth finish but is also [...]
