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type: guide
title: "Glossy vs. Matte Cardstock and Which Finish Is Better for Your Prints"
description: "Glossy vs matte cardstock, compared on color, readability, feel, and cost. See which finish suits cards and postcards, then print at 4OVER4.COM."
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tags: ["guide"]
timestamp: 2026-07-20T18:54:40.856Z
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# Glossy vs. Matte Cardstock and Which Finish Is Better for Your Prints

Glossy vs matte cardstock, compared on color, readability, feel, and cost. See which finish suits cards and postcards, then print at 4OVER4.COM.

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