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title: "What is a matte aqueous coating and does it prevent ink from rubbing off?"
description: "A matte aqueous coating is a protective water-based finish that seals the ink so it is not left exposed to the air, guarding the design through normal hand"
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timestamp: 2026-07-20T18:54:40.856Z
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# What is a matte aqueous coating and does it prevent ink from rubbing off?

A matte aqueous coating is a protective water-based finish that seals the ink so it is not left exposed to the air, guarding the design through normal hand

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