Uv Varnish Vs Gloss Lamination

Low cost no additional cutting trimming required after coating as been applied fast looks just like lamination.

Uv varnish vs gloss lamination.

The coating on gloss paper from the paper plant provides a harder print area for varnishes to lay on top of. Varnishes are really best for indoor applications and come in matte hi gloss or thermal transfer. They are less durable and less resistant to moisture than our laminates. Uv coating is a process whereby a polymer resin changes from a liquid to a solid with the help of an ultraviolet light source.

It can be a gloss or a matt coating. The coating can also be applied in numerous finish options such as. Uv coating serves as a direct replacement for lamination and provides the following benefits. Pros cons of lamination vs.

Ideal for labels that will be exposed to moisture abrasion light. On the other hand matte lamination offers a smooth no glare finish. Lamination offers good protection but the lamination process requires edge trimming which can increase production costs. When using a varnish or aqueous coating it is best to print on a gloss paper.

The coating can also be applied in numerous finish options such as. With a gloss laminate you get a shiny polished finish. Coating also provides scuff resistance. Both varnishes and laminations provide protection to your label.

Gloss dull or a special textured finish that is accomplished using a roller. Lamination can offer waterproofing where uv coating does not. Our varnishes have uv protection for fade resistance. Liquid laminate bonded and cured with ultraviolet light.

Protective covering including against scratching and fingerprints higher vibrancy. Uv coating can be a direct replacement for lamination and provides a protective covering that adds value to any document increasing the vibrancy and richness of its colours as well as protection from scratching and fingerprints. Laminations can cheapen the look of the label with a plastic appearance. A clear liquid applied to printed surfaces for looks and protection.

Purpose driven protection by jeremy goldstein on may 6 2013 11 34 00 am the purpose of a coating is to protect the printed piece from dirt smudges fingerprints scratching etc. Aqueous coating is water based and though it can be a good coating option for paper uv coating offers greater gloss and better protection. Uv coating uv coating pros. However if your label is exposed to oils solvents agents or is in a high scuff environment lamination might be a safer choice.

It s also great if you want a more pronounced sheen and texture than varnish.