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.

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...

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...

For Photo Announcements printed on Fujicolor Crystal Archive Photo Paper, we can provide either. If you do not indicate a preference, it will automatically be printed on matte photo paper. The Oversize Photo Cards and Mini Photo Cards can be printed with a satin matte finish, or a glossy ultraviolet coating. If you do not indicate a preference, they will be printed with a satin matte finish. Photo Note Cards can be printed with a matte or a linen finish. See similar questions...

That's a matter of personal preference. Both work well. The glossy finish will be a little sharper; the matte finish will be a little softer. Bear in mind that laminating will add some gloss to the finished product. There are two types of coaster holders. The lucite holders are made to fit each of the four sizes of coasters. The sides of these holders can be of varying heights to accommodate four, five, six or seven coasters. See similar questions...

Some people prefer matte because it’s less reflective - so there’s less glare - and because fingerprints tend to show up better on glossy surfaces. Other people prefer glossy since the lack of texture can make the image look a bit sharper. Many others prefer pearl or semi-matte surfaces as a compromise between the two. See similar questions...

When you create your card(s), you can select glossy or matte finish. (The glossy finish adds a UV protective coating.) If you are ordering a box of cards, your choice of glossy or matte will be applied to the entire set of cards. You can, however, have sets of cards with different finishes in the same order. See similar questions...

Answer: The large scanner and matte/glossy plotter require several important tasks to operate correctly and avoid any damage to either the machine or the work you are trying to scan/plot. A CADGIS employee must log on to either of these computers and assist in the scanning/plotting job. The solution: Simply ask someone working behind the desk if they can help you scan or plot your work (However, at certain times there may not be a qualified employee on duty. See similar questions...

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. 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...

Yes. If the cd or dvd media has a glossy white inkjet printable top, it will be specified in the product title and description. You can also go to here to find our entire selection. 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...

We can use non-glossy prints, but the image quality is usually not as sharp as a glossy print. <TOP> See similar questions...

We have these labels ourselves, and so far, they look brand new. Under normal play condition, these labels should last several years. NOTE: They are not waterproof or stain proof. Therefore, don't try to use them as coasters. See similar questions...

A: A matte finish is a bead blast finish on tubing exterior only. The surface has a uniform dull appearance. Most fittings are constructed with a matte finish. An electropolished finish removes a small portion of the surface of the vacuum tubing, usually both inside and out, which results in a surface that traps less water vapor than an unpolished surface. In most high vacuum and many ultrahigh vacuum applications, a matte finish is acceptable. See similar questions...

The type of tin (Sn) finish on leadframe products makes a difference in whisker growth. Several industry standard development organizations reject the use of shiny (or bright) tin. A matte tin finish is less susceptible to whisker growth. Freescale uses matte finish for tin plated leadframe products. Yes. The lead-free plated peripheral leadframe packages (such as SOIC, PLCC, QFP, etc.) are backward compatible with the conventional SnPb solders and board attach process. See similar questions...

Dilute the varnish with additional solvent before using. The thinner the coating, the lower the gloss. Brush the varnish as it dries. When the varnish is starting to set up, if you continue to brush it then you will microscopically roughen the surface and it will be less glossy. Add Cold Wax Medium to the varnish. Using increasing amounts will decrease the gloss. Cold Wax Medium must be dissolved before adding to varnish. Any of these techniques can be used in combination. See similar questions...

A matte box is a professional light control system, offering lens shade functions, filter holders (usually rotatable) and accessories such as French Flags, side flages and eyebrows. See similar questions...