Question
What does "silk" mean on a printed card?
Answer
Silk on a printed card refers to a laminate applied to both sides after printing, not the paper itself. The result is a smooth, velvety surface that sits right between matte and gloss.
- Feel: soft and satiny to the touch, more refined than a plain matte.
- Look: a subtle sheen rather than the mirror shine of full gloss.
- Durability: the film adds tear and moisture resistance and helps resist fingerprints.
- Good pairing: silk is a popular base for spot UV accents, since the glossy detail pops against the soft background.
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