{"id":75,"date":"2023-10-23T16:14:49","date_gmt":"2023-10-23T23:14:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/live.avery.com\/blog\/?p=75"},"modified":"2026-03-11T18:17:02","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T01:17:02","slug":"varnish-vs-laminate-whats-right-for-your-labels","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.avery.com\/blog\/varnish-vs-laminate-whats-right-for-your-labels\/","title":{"rendered":"Label Laminate vs. Varnish"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">See what label coating is right for you<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other articles you might like:<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-related-links\"><li><a href=\"\/blog\/matte-vs-glossy-finishes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Matte vs Glossy Finishes<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/blog\/how-to-make-your-own-product-labels\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Make Product Labels<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/blog\/choosing-the-right-label-material\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5 Easy Tips for Choosing a Label Material<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Trying to decide what label coating you should add to your product labels can be confusing.  In this article, we discuss varnish vs. laminate and what label coating is right for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While paper labels are great for many uses, they won&#8217;t hold up as well as those protected by a label coating. You should use a label laminate or varnish when you want to protect your printed label from exposure to moisture, abrasion, and light, as well as things like smudges and fingerprints. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Varnishes and laminates can also boost the visual appeal of your labels with a smoother, glossier finish. If you want a more natural look with texture and no shine then you should avoid a topcoat. However, if your label needs protection from the elements and you want to keep it looking good for a long time, then you should definitely consider a varnish or laminate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, what&#8217;s the right finish for you? Our Avery label experts have provided some insights into the difference between varnishes and laminates so you can decide what you need for your product labels or special project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-varnish-label-coatings\">Varnish label coatings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img.avery.com\/f_auto,c_scale,w_700\/web\/blog\/blog-embellishments-varnish\" alt=\"\" width=\"350\" height=\"244\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/custom-printing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Avery WePrint <\/a>puts varnish over our custom printed labels to seal and protect the integrity of the ink and the label. Varnishes help safeguard against scuffs and abrasions. 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