Compare Finishes, The laminating process is a surface processing process after printing. It is also called post-printing overmolding, post-printing lamination or post-printing lamination. It refers to using a laminating machine to cover the surface of the printed product with a layer of 0.012~0.020mm. Thick transparent plastic film to form a paper-plastic product processing technology. Generally speaking, it can be divided into two types: ready-coated film and pre-coated film according to the process used. According to the different film materials, it can be divided into two types: Matte Finish and matte finish.
Lamination has been widely used for surface binding and protection on book covers, albums, souvenir albums, postcards, product brochures, calendars and maps. At present, common film-coated packaging products include book covers, cartons, cartons, handbags, fertilizer bags, seed bags, self-adhesive labels, etc.
Matte Finish VS Glossy Finish
Matte Finish
Matt finish, the surface effect of the matte finish is a layer of mist. The reason why it is in this state is because it is matte during the coating process, so it looks more artistic and feels different to the touch. The bumpy feel is not as smooth as the light film.
Glossy Finish
Glossy finish. Glossy finish can generally be effectively distinguished from the surface of printed matter. Not only will the surface of the laminated album be very bright, but its gloss will also be very good.