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.
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Your guide to unique CD DVD packaging » Blog Archive » Difference between matte and AQ coating // May 3, 2010 at 2:16 pm
[...] 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 [...]
Your guide to unique CD DVD packaging » Blog Archive » What is UV glossy coating? // May 11, 2010 at 2:22 pm
[...] an overall (flood) coating, this is called spot UV. UV coating gives more protection and sheen than aqueous coating (AQ). However, it is more difficult to recycle than the other coatings. Keep in mind that it is a thick [...]