What is the difference between matte, unfinished, and standard coated print stock?
Our standard print stock involves printing onto 100# paper stock with pre-existing gloss content. Once the ink is applied and allowed ample time to dry, we then apply an aqueous coat over the ink in order to protect the print. The gloss content and the aqueous coat enable our packaging machines to fully automate your print into jewel cases (this requires no hand assembly charges). Our matte stock is essentially the standard stock with a special matte coating. This creates a slightly duller texture in both look and feel. NOTE: There is still gloss content with a matte finish! A common misunderstanding is that matte stock is perfectly dull (no gloss). this is not the case. Because of the original gloss content, most jobs with matte finish can generally be automated. Unfinished stock is what you are looking for if you want no trace of gloss whatsoever. Your design is printed straight onto the unfinished stock of your choice – no gloss, no finishing coat – just ink and paper. Projects of t
