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title: "Does the finish affect how long my prints last?"
description: "Finish does play a role in durability, though both matte and gloss hold up well for years under normal use. The finish mainly changes how a piece resists m"
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# Does the finish affect how long my prints last?

Finish does play a role in durability, though both matte and gloss hold up well for years under normal use. The finish mainly changes how a piece resists m

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