Finishing
Overview
A printed sheet that comes off the press is rarely the finished product. The glossy shine on a paperback cover, the raised silvery logo on a luxury gift box, the wipe-clean coating on a restaurant menu and the matt velvet feel of a premium business card are all the result of finishing: the processes applied after printing to protect a graphic product or to make it look and feel more valuable.
This note covers the two jobs that finishes do - decoration and protection - and the idea of self-finishing materials that need no extra treatment at all. You will learn how laminating, varnishing, foil blocking, embossing and UV coating work, when to choose a decorative finish over a protective one (and when a single finish does both), and why some materials, such as acrylic and many plastics, arrive already finished.
Objectives
- select and use appropriate finishes including: - decorative finishes - protective finishes
- show an understanding of self-finishing materials.
Lesson Note
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Lesson Evaluation
Congratulations on completing the lesson on Finishing. Now that youve explored the key concepts and ideas, its time to put your knowledge to the test. This section offers a variety of practice questions designed to reinforce your understanding and help you gauge your grasp of the material.
You will encounter a mix of question types, including multiple-choice questions, short answer questions, and essay questions. Each question is thoughtfully crafted to assess different aspects of your knowledge and critical thinking skills.
Use this evaluation section as an opportunity to reinforce your understanding of the topic and to identify any areas where you may need additional study. Don't be discouraged by any challenges you encounter; instead, view them as opportunities for growth and improvement.
- Which finish bonds a thin clear plastic film over a whole printed sheet to make it waterproof and wipe-clean? A. Spot varnish B. Lamination C. Embossing D. Foil blocking Answer: B
- Which finish presses a heated metallic foil onto card to create a bright gold or silver mirror-like image? A. UV coating B. Embossing C. Foil blocking D. Die cutting Answer: C
- What does a self-finishing material such as cast acrylic mean? A. A material that finishes itself by drying overnight B. A material whose surface is already complete when manufactured, needing no extra finishing C. A material that can only be used once D. A material that must always be painted before use Answer: B
- Which finish creates a raised, three-dimensional tactile image in card using a shaped die and no ink? A. Embossing B. Lamination C. Varnishing D. Spot UV Answer: A
- Why does the colour of a self-coloured plastic running all the way through make it durable? A. It makes the plastic heavier B. Scratches and chips do not expose a different colour underneath C. It allows the plastic to be recycled more easily D. It makes the surface rougher Answer: B
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