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Printing terms

Coated and uncoated paper

Coated paper has a smooth finish for crisp color. Uncoated paper is soft, natural and easy to read.

Uncoated paper has no surface coating. It feels like a classic book page and is easy on the eyes for long reading.

Coated paper (matte, satin or gloss) has a smooth surface that keeps ink sharp and colors rich, which suits picture books and photo books.

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