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 enhancement, and premium paper selection for top-quality, colour-sensitive printing projects in professional settings.

flexible workload from 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This focused course equips you with essential techniques to manage print quality on coated, matte, cast-coated, and uncoated paper types. You will explore fibre and coating basics, ink-paper dynamics in offset and digital printing, and methods to adjust water balance, drying processes, and ink mixes. Acquire practical skills for testing, fixing print faults, and selecting papers and finishes for superior, long-lasting printed products.
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Develop skills
- Perform colour and print tests using quick ICC profiling, proofing, and press checks with laboratory precision.
- 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 across various paper stocks.
- Fine-tune pressroom operations including water balance, ink, drying, and settings for flawless production runs.
- Select papers, coatings, and finishes tailored for luxury and premium brand printing applications.
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