5 types of UV coating

UV Coatings are applied as a liquid and then exposed to ultraviolet light to quickly dry and harden the coating. They can be applied to the entire page (flood) or just as spot coating to highlight different areas of the piece. This coating has the highest gloss but may crack when folded because of the thickness of the coating. Similar to aqueous coatings, UV coatings may cause some colors to change in hue over time.

Different types of UV Coating:

Gloss

Matte

Pearlescent

Textured

Glitter

When Should I Not Use a Print Coating?

There are times when you are not going to want to use a print coating. With a varnish, aqueous, UV, or another coating, you will not be able to write on things like postcards, note cards, and other printing materials. For example, you want to ensure your intended customer is able to write their address on the right side of the postcard.