Laminating

Lamination is the process of applying a thin layer of plastic to paper or card sheets to enhance and protect the printed matter. Common types of laminate are gloss and matt. Lamination is often used for Book covers, brochures, business cards as well as invitations.

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GLOSS LAMINATE

Gloss laminate is visually stunning. It produces deeper, cleaner and crisper lines and colours, and gives vibrancy to cover photos. The glossy, reflective finish grabs attention and implies a richer product. Gloss laminate is durable in that it repels dust, dirt and fingerprints. Even when it does come into contact with surface dirt, it is easily wiped clean. 

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Some considerations to make when choosing gloss lamination: Scuffs, scratches and indents can be more visible with gloss covers - by nature of the glossy reflective finish, the imperfections catch light and draw attention. The vibrancy of colour and sheen of the finish can sometimes overshadow the subtlety of an understated cover design.

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MATT LAMINATE

Matt Laminate is often described as a more professional and elegant finish. Matt is currently the more "fashionable"  choice for laminate. The velvety texture of the finish makes for a pleasant tactile experience. The matt soft finish is less reflective than gloss, giving a more natural look to invitation art. A less shiny cover absorbs more small scratches and scuffs without looking "beat up". The simple contrast of a matt invitation among many glossy ones can make them standout.