Paper Surface Treatments Course
Master paper surface treatments from fiber chemistry to coatings, ink-paper interaction, and pressroom control. Learn to diagnose defects, optimize gloss and durability, and specify premium stocks for high-end, color-critical print applications.

flexible workload of 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This intensive Paper Surface Treatments Course gives you practical tools to control print quality on coated, matte, cast-coated, and uncoated stocks. Learn fiber and coating fundamentals, ink-paper interaction in offset and digital, and how to tune water balance, drying, and ink formulation. Gain hands-on methods for testing, troubleshooting defects, and specifying papers and finishes for high-end, durable printed materials.
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Develop skills
- Color and print testing: run fast ICC, proofing, and press diagnostics with lab rigor.
- Paper chemistry mastery: tune sizing, coatings, and fillers for target print behavior.
- Ink–paper interaction: control tack, set-off, dot gain, and mottle on any stock.
- Pressroom optimization: adjust water, ink, drying, and settings for defect-free runs.
- Luxury print specification: choose papers, coatings, and finishes for premium brands.
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