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Keeping score: making sure good folds don’t go bad

When a print job is finished correctly the folds are unlikely to attract attention, but poorly planned folds can result in a distracting flaw: cracking of the paper surface, which is especially noticeable when ink coverage crosses the fold. The best prevention is to score the paper before folding, which embosses a crease into the […]

Choose the right gloss coating for spectacular impact

A deep, reflective surface coating can add a rich look and feel to a printed piece for impressive results. The least expensive coating option is to add a gloss varnish. However, although it will add useful protection, varnish may not add a deep enough gloss on its own — in fact it may actually make […]

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