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Lamination is a thin protective layer applied to your laminated business cards and other printed paper stocks. It not only enhances the visual appeal of your design but also provides essential protection against wear and tear.
Gloss lamination produces a shiny, highly reflective sheen that makes your colours "pop."
Effect: Enhances the vibrancy and saturation of the ink.
Durability: Protects against stains, tears, and liquids.
Best For: Items that will be heavily handled, such as restaurant menus or promotional flyers.
Matt lamination provides a sophisticated, flat look to your artwork with very little sheen.
Effect: Gives a soft, elegant finish that deflects glare from direct lighting.
Readability: Makes text easier to read from any angle.
Best For: Signage or high-end brochures with large amounts of copy.
Soft Touch lamination is a premium finish that adds a unique, velvet-like texture to the paper.
Effect: Provides a luxurious, matte appearance with a soft, "peach-skin" tactile feel.
Engagement: Creates a memorable first impression that encourages people to hold and feel the product.
Best For: High-end business cards and luxury brochures.
Unlike traditional film lamination, Flood UV is applied as a liquid and instantly cured using ultraviolet light.
Effect: Adds significant contrast and depth with a smooth, high-clarity varnish.
Process: The liquid bonds to the paper and dries instantly, sealing the ink under a protective coat.
Best For: Adding extra durability and an eye-catching shine to postcards, business cards and more.
Need more help? Explore our additional support guides for expert advice on artwork setup, print file preparation, bleed and crop marks, colour setup, large format artwork and troubleshooting common print file issues.
Our support guides also cover paper stock selection, premium print finishes including spot UV and Scodix, preparing print-ready artwork and understanding the best setup for a wide range of printed products.
Before ordering, you can also use our artwork technical check tool to identify common artwork problems, including low resolution images, missing bleed, incorrect dimensions and RGB colour profiles.
You can also browse our full range of print products, including banners, business cards, flyers, posters and large format printing solutions.
Discover laminated business cards with gloss, matt and soft touch finishes designed to improve durability, enhance print quality and give your artwork a premium feel.
