Paper Surface Treatments Course
Gain expertise in paper surface treatments, covering fibre chemistry, coatings, ink-paper interactions, and pressroom management. Master defect diagnosis, gloss and durability optimisation, and premium paper selection for top-tier, colour-accurate printing projects in professional settings.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This focused course equips you with essential techniques to manage print quality across coated, matte, cast-coated, and uncoated paper types. Delve into fibre and coating basics, ink-paper dynamics for offset and digital printing, and methods to adjust water balance, drying processes, and ink mixes. Acquire practical skills for testing, fixing print issues, and selecting papers and finishes for superior, long-lasting prints.
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Develop skills
- Perform colour and print testing with quick ICC profiling, proofing, and press checks using lab standards.
- Master paper chemistry by adjusting sizing, coatings, and fillers to achieve desired print results.
- Optimise ink-paper interactions to manage tack, set-off, dot gain, and mottle on various paper stocks.
- Fine-tune pressroom settings for water, ink, drying, and operations to ensure flawless print runs.
- Select papers, coatings, and finishes tailored for luxury and premium brand printing applications.
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