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What are the different cover finish options?

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What are the different cover finish options?

Last updated on 24 Oct, 2025

We offer 4-color printed covers with gloss or matte finishes:

  • Glossy covers grab your attention with vivid colors and a shiny finish. Blacks are deeper, lines are crisper, and images appear vibrant and bright.

  • Matte covers are soft, elegant, and slightly velvety to the touch. This finish is less likely to show fingerprints and adds a modern, professional touch.

Our printing costs are the same for both finishes. Our cover stock is 10 pt C1S.

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Glossy (top) vs matte (bottom) cover finishes

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