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title: "Are gloss laminated cards water resistant or waterproof?"
description: "Gloss laminated cards shrug off a splash or a quick wipe thanks to the sealed film, yet soaking or standing water can still damage them over time."
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# Are gloss laminated cards water resistant or waterproof?

Gloss Laminated Cards are water resistant but not waterproof. The gloss film seals the surface, so the cards stand up well to a small amount of water or a quick wipe, but they are not made to survive being soaked or submerged. Water resistant: shrugs off light moisture and the occasional splash Not waterproof: extended contact with water can still damage the card Best practice: dry off any moisture quickly and keep cards out of standing water The gloss lamination also boosts durability and gives a bright, shiny finish

Gloss laminated cards shrug off a splash or a quick wipe thanks to the sealed film, yet soaking or standing water can still damage them over time.

[Order gloss laminated](https://www.4over4.com/product/gloss-laminated-business-cards)

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