NEW ERA PRINT SOLUTIONS · MISSISSAUGA
Choose full-surface shine or selected gloss accents. UV-cured coating can change the appearance of a printed piece without adding a film layer.
THE PROCESS, UP CLOSE
Watch the coating process, then compare overall shine, selected gloss areas and raised effects below. Choose the effect before preparing the coating artwork.
TAKE A CLOSER LOOK
The glossy squares catch the light against the matte burgundy print. The clear coating adds shine while the colour stays visible underneath. This example shows smoother spot UV; compare the raised-gloss guide for a more pronounced, textured effect.
Illustrative design concept, not a print proof.
Design direction
Spot UV can draw attention to a motif, title or decorative pattern. The contrast is often easiest to see beside a quieter surface.
What to send us
Supply an aligned mask that clearly identifies only the areas to be coated.
Design direction
A flood application treats a broader surface rather than selected details. Its appearance and suitability differ from a spot pattern.
What to send us
Tell us the coverage you want and ask which application suits the stock and product.
Design direction
If touch and dimensional relief matter as much as shine, compare raised gloss with a smoother spot UV effect.
What to send us
Compare a sample of the coating and paper before choosing from a screen image.
Use this guide to plan your idea. We’ll check the paper, artwork and finishing details before confirming the job.
No. UV coating and film lamination are different surface treatments. Their appearance, feel and production requirements should be compared for the specific piece.
Fold positions and coating coverage need to be reviewed together. Mark all scores and folds so the layout can be checked for the chosen material and process.
BEFORE YOU PRINT
Gloss is most useful when it helps someone notice the right part of the design.
A gloss treatment can change the way a photograph or dark colour area catches light. Compare the appearance with the untreated print rather than judging from the PDF alone.
Spot UV can highlight a logo or pattern against an approved contrasting surface. A separate mask tells production exactly which areas receive the coating.
Raised spot UV adds dimension as well as shine. Keep small text, codes, folds and writing areas clear; those functional details generally work better in untreated print.
A glossy coating across the specified printed surface.
Selected areas catch the light while the surrounding surface stays different.
A thicker, tactile clear embellishment. Explore raised gloss and 3D spot UV.
Flat spot UV creates a selective gloss contrast. Raised gloss adds noticeable relief. Film lamination adds a separate bonded film. Ask us to review coating, stock and later finishing steps as one specification.
Do not assume a UV-coated paper product is waterproof. Suitability depends on the complete material and construction; describe the expected exposure before ordering.
Flood UV covers a broad printed surface. Spot UV is applied selectively to identified design areas. Raised spot UV adds a tactile dimensional effect.
Yes, supply an aligned mask that identifies the coating areas, alongside the print file and a reference proof. Confirm the mask setup and any exclusions with NEPS.
Send your print artwork and show whether you want overall coverage or selected glossy details. Include the stock, size, quantity and any folds or writing areas. Our Mississauga team will check the coating options and quote the agreed finish. We ship across Canada; production begins after artwork approval and delivery time is additional.
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