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Film Laminating Guidelines

• Inks, varnishes and aqueous coatings must be compatible.

• 1/2" minimum excess paper on all four sides is required for one-sided laminating.

• Metallic inks may not bond. Imitation metallics are recommended.

• Silk screen inks and some copier inks will not bond.

• If sheets are to be aqueous coated, inks under aqueous must be dry.

• Thermal copies and faxes are not recommended for laminating.

• Inks must be completely dry and free of excess spray powder.

• Plastic and vinyl stocks may blister. Subject to testing.

• Score after laminating, not before.

• Text weight and web stocks may wrinkle.

• Allow 2-3 days for us to obtain matte and some specialty films.

• If you are ever unsure, send us sample sheets and we will test them for free

You can email Bill Davey, the bindery department leader with any questions at billd@seattlebindery.com

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Created: December 9, 1995