Matte canvas is a clean canvas surface that has no glare or reflection which will give a print an artistic feel. Gloss canvas has a gloss coating on the canvas that resembles the appearance of a photograph which does have a reflection in light.

RAM Printing recommends a varnish or an aqueous coating anytime your project has heavy ink coverage. At the very least, either will act as a protective coating to help eliminate offset, scratching, and rub off. An aqueous coating is used as an all over coating and is best for minimizing fingerprints on coated stocks. We have limited capabilities for doing "spot" aqueous coating. See similar questions...

Matte stock is a coated paper that has a dull finish. It is often used to make pages easier to read that are text intensive or that contain numerical charts. Gloss stock is a coated paper with a shiny or highly reflective finish. It is most often used in 4-color printing to help full color photographs; images and graphics appear more vivid, real and appealing. See similar questions...

Offset stock is uncoated paper which is most commonly used for 1-color pages in books, reports, letters and business forms. Offset stock is usually less expensive than coated stocks which are described in 1. above. See similar questions...

No. We coat most every job with a satin aqueous coating at no extra charge to yield greater durability, faster drying time, and a 'classier' look. If you would like a gloss coating instead of satin, there is a flat $20 fee regardless of the size of the job. Please let us know up front if you do not want your job coated. Note that letterhead and envelopes are never coated. See similar questions...

Color laser printers produce a vivid, natural sheen image on quality paper (both matte & glossy). However, the glossy has a distinct shine even where the label remains white. It's usually a matter of personal preference as to which will work for your chips. However, glossy is recommended for actual photos or intricately detailed designs with multiple colors. See similar questions...

Gloss paper is shiny and reflective, reproducing photography in a brighter, snappier way, while matte paper is much more dull and flat. Matte is generally recommended for applications and mailers. Gloss paper is best used for brochures and flyers. (back) See similar questions...

Matte surface is a dull surface. The tin has not been re-melted (reflowed). Reflowed surface is very shiny and reflective. The tin coating has been given a flash heating process at a temperature just above the melting point of tin, wherein the tin melts and refreezes very rapidly, resulting in a reflective surface. See similar questions...

The Satin finish is a matte finish and the easiest to maintain. Because it has a low sheen, it is very forgiving insofar as showing scratches, dents, and wear and tear over time. The Semi Gloss finish has some shine and is a little harder to maintain in that it will show scratches, dents and wear and tear sooner. The High Gloss finish is the hardest to maintain in that it shows everything - dust, dirt, scratches, dents, and wear and tear in general the quickest. See similar questions...

Lip gloss is healthy for your lips and so is lipstick, both are great moisturizers. Most recognized brands meet FDA standards, or the standards of the country they are made in. Safety is important to all cosmetic companies. Lip gloss is obviously more liquid and this is because they contain more oils. Lipsticks usually contain wax and petroleum jelly-like ingredients. Colos? has added Vitamin E to all of their lipsticks to help reduce wrinkles and improve skin texture. See similar questions...

A glossy finish will have a much more shiny finish. The matte finish will not be as shiny. The resolution of the photos is the same for both options. See similar questions...

They are many differences, but the biggest is that ceramics are designed to reduce radiated heat as well as prevent corrosion. See similar questions...

A simple way of visualizing the differences are the difference between oil based paint and latex based paint. Oil based paint needs paint thinner for cleanup, while latex based paint can be cleaned up with soapy water. A more comprehensive explanation is the base of a lacquer base coating is usually derived from petroleum or alcohol, while aqueous based solutions are made with water as the main ingredient. See similar questions...

With electrocoating, a positive charge is applied to the paint bath and a negative charge is applied to the parts to be coated. The paint particles are suspended in water. Also, the paint is a special formula that allows an electric current to travel from one paint particle to another until it reached the part where the paint particles electrically attach themselves to the surfaces of the part. See similar questions...

Make sure not to graduate too quickly from a 180 file to the white block. Try using the white block buffer a little longer than seems necessary. Be sure to wipe all grit and dust from the nail and the 3-way buffer, as even the smallest amount of dust will prevent a high gloss. Cuticle oil may be helpful. There may be a slight color variation from batch to batch. Allow the polish to dry completely before you decide it doesn't match. See similar questions...

Many of our butcher blocks feature a food-safe natural oil finish that seals and protects the wood and provides an ideal cutting surface. Natural oil is the finish to choose if you intend to cut upon your butcher block directly. For natural oil finish butcher blocks, it is recommended that you re-oil the surface every 4 weeks or so using a pure white mineral oil that you can purchase at a regular grocery store or hardware store. See similar questions...

Yes. And the difference can be especially significant depending on the surface and area that you are preparing to paint. We can help advise you on the types of finish that are best for your job. See similar questions...

Lip gloss is a thicker product in a pot and is applied with your finger. Liquid lips is in a roller bottle and is applied by rolling directly on the lips. See similar questions...

Use an ample amount to completely cover the cold sore and the area around the cold sore for best results. Per package directions, rub in gently, but completely. See similar questions...