Here is a brief guide to the four most popular poster finishes available for your next project.

Choose your perfect finish…

MATT (Non-Reflective & Elegant)

  • Best for: Text-heavy designs, professional documents, and displays in brightly lit areas or behind glass.
  • Look and feel: A smooth, flat finish with zero glare. It offers a sophisticated, “museum-quality” aesthetic that resists fingerprints and smudges.

SATIN (The Balanced Professional)

  • Best for: Photography, high-end portfolios, and exhibition prints where you want impact without distraction.
  • Look and feel: The perfect middle ground between matte and gloss. It provides deep, vibrant colours with a soft, subtle sheen that minimises harsh light reflections.

GLOSS (Vibrant & High-Impact)

  • Best for: Movie posters, retail displays, and high-definition photos that need maximum “pop”.
  • Look and feel: A highly reflective, glass-like surface that intensifies colours and sharpens detail. It works exceptionally well in lower-light environments to draw the eye.

Artwork Set up

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Choosing the right material is essential to making your poster or message stand out. We have four stand-out options: matte; satin; gloss papers and polyester-based back-lit film.

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Artwork & Design Support

If you need help with artwork, our team can assist with design and preparation to make sure your files are suitable for print.

Design from scratch – If you don’t have artwork, we can create it for you.

Follow your guidelines – We can work within your existing brand styles.

Print-ready setup – Files prepared with the correct size, bleed and resolution.

Practical guidance – Advice to help ensure the best possible print results.