---
type: faq
title: "Should I use lamination on both sides if only one side has colored printing?"
description: "If the piece will see handling or wear, laminating both sides is worth it even when only one side carries full-color printing. The back-side film protects"
resource: https://www.4over4.com/faqs/finish/should-i-use-lamination-on-both-sides-if-only-one-side-has-colored-printing
tags: ["Finish", "faq"]
timestamp: 2026-07-20T18:54:40.856Z
---

# Should I use lamination on both sides if only one side has colored printing?

If the piece will see handling or wear, laminating both sides is worth it even when only one side carries full-color printing. The back-side film protects

Part of the **Finish** hub. See [all faq concepts](index.md).

- Page type: faq
- Hub: Finish
- URL: https://www.4over4.com/faqs/finish/should-i-use-lamination-on-both-sides-if-only-one-side-has-colored-printing