Laminates & Varnishes - A laminate is a layer of plastic coating that is heat-sealed on to the stock to produce a smooth and impervious finish and to provide a protective layer to cover stock. A varnish is a colourless coating, applied to a printed piece to protect it from wear or smudging, and to enhance the visual appearance of design elements within it, such as spot varnish.
Types of Varnish
Gloss - colours appear richer and more vivid
Neutral - Basic, almost invisible ink, often used to accelerate the drying of inks
Textured spot UV - Allows for texture to be added to the surface, textures include sandpaper, leather, crocodile and raised.
UV varnish - An ultraviolet varnish can be applied to printed paper and dried by exposing to UV radiation in order to create a coating that is glossier than any other. Can be applied all over a publication (full bleed UV) or to certain parts (spot UV)
Matt (dull) - The opposite of a gloss varnish, a matt coating will soften the appearance of a printed image. It also makes text easier to read as it diffuses light, thus reducing glare.
Pearlescent - A varnish that subtly reflects myriad colours to give a luxurious effcet
Satin
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