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A quick guide to the three carton boards we run — and how coating and UV effects change the look on shelf.
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The workhorse. Bright, smooth, and consistent — the right call for most retail cartons. Step up to 24pt when the carton carries weight or needs a stiffer feel in hand.
A metallic base under your artwork. Anything you leave un-inked shines silver, and we print a white layer under the areas that should stay opaque.
The loudest option on the shelf. Like silver, it prints with a white underlayer so type and photos stay readable.
Every carton gets an AQ coating:
Add spot gloss UV, raised spot gloss UV, or reticulation UV to pull logos and details off the surface.
Not sure which to pick? Browse the dieline library or talk to a packaging specialist.
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