UV Coating

Protect your online printing projects with a UV coating. Especially beneficial for projects that will be used frequently and handled often, a UV coating is ideal for guarding against scratches, moisture and general wear and tear.

Part of Smartpress’ online printing services, UV coating is applied in liquid form and exposed to ultraviolet light. This bonds the coating and dries it instantly, creating a protective barrier.

Types of UV Coating

Matte

• Lends a rich, finished appearance to the paper without adding shine
• Protects from scratches, tears and frequent handling
• Prevents ink from rubbing off
• Used to seal various colors (some inks never fully dry)

Gloss

• Adds exceptional depth and allows for maximum color saturation for photographic images
• Makes designs pop
• Protects from scratches, tears and frequent handling
• Prevents ink from rubbing off

Application

• Applied by machine
• Can be applied on one side or two
• Can be applied to projects with cuts, folds, rounded corners and laser cutting
• Can be applied to many different print projects:
  • Premium Business Cards
  • Custom booklet covers
  • Brochures
  • Postcards
  • Rack Cards
  • Sell Sheets
  • Announcements
  • Cards
  • And more!

Add a UV coating to your marketing materials and personal projects for a finish that always impresses. Interested in other finishes? Learn about our Soft Touch laminate, too.