Emma Davis Print Production Specialist at 4OVER4.COM

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Question

How long do laminated prints last compared to uncoated prints?

Answer

Laminated prints last considerably longer and are far more durable than uncoated pieces, because the film seals the surface against the wear that degrades bare paper. How long depends mostly on the environment.

Setting	Uncoated print	Laminated print
High use, like restaurant menus	Weeks	Months
Indoor display or reference use	Months	Years

Hazard	Laminated	Uncoated
Fingerprints	Resists	Shows readily
Water splashes and spills	Protected	Absorbs and warps
Corner bending and creasing	Holds firm	Bends and frays
Fading and scuffing	Slowed	Dulls quickly

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How long do laminated prints last compared to uncoated prints?

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