Cover: Matte or Glossy for My Photo Album?

The matte or glossy appearance of a book is obtained through lamination. This technique involves coating the work with a very thin film, made of plastic or plant materials. Its aims are to:

• Beautify your work.
• Give it a unique feel.
• Protect it from moisture, stains, scratches, and tears.
• Extend its lifespan.

1. The Advantages of a Matte Cover

The matte lamination gives a classic appearance to your photo book.
Gentle on the eyes and to the touch, this type of finish is discreet and elegant. It exceptionally restores very fine details and enhances dark gradients. Black and white photos greatly benefit from being printed on matte paper.
Another significant advantage of the matte finish lies in the product's robustness, due to its high resistance to fingerprints and light.
All the more reasons that make the matte cover an ideal choice for photo books meant to be handled frequently:

• Cookbooks.
• Catalogs.
• Small photography booklet.
• Portfolio books.
• Etc...

2. The Advantages of a Glossy Cover

Giving a modern look to your photo book, this finish makes colors more vibrant and luminous. Glossy covers are generally coated with a thin layer of varnish. This gives them:

• Significant resistance to moisture and stains.
• Great durability over time.

Photos printed on glossy cover are enhanced, especially those with vivid colors. If you plan to create a wedding or travel photo book, the glossy finish is the one you need.

You still have a little doubt deep inside, haven't we convinced you? This figure may help you: more than 90% of our customers opt for a .... glossy cover! And most seem satisfied :-)

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