Varnish Coating
Varnish coating delivers a refined shine that enhances your brand, offering a cost-effective, protective finish for a polished look. our varnish coating elevates folding cartons, rigid boxes, or gift bags with lustrous durability.
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What is Varnish Coating?
varnish coating applies a transparent, ink-like layer to paperboard or chipboard, creating glossy, matte, or satin finishes. Cost-effective and scuff-resistant, it enhances print vibrancy and durability, ideal for retail or luxury packaging.
How SBS C2S is Crafted?
- Pulping: Pure wood pulp is cleaned to remove impurities.
- Bleaching: Fibers are whitened for a pristine ivory look.
- Coating: Both sides are coated to enhance print clarity and moisture resistance.
- Calendering: Sheets are smoothed for uniform thickness and gloss.
This process ensures flawless results. At Urgent Custom Boxes, we partner with top suppliers to deliver consistent quality. Learn more on our how we work page.
Benefits of Varnish Coating
Varnish coatings provide tailored finishes to suit your vision:
- Glossy: Vibrant shine for bold, eye-catching designs.
- Matte: Subtle depth with high color density for refinement.
- Satin: Balanced sheen with superior scuff resistance.
Surface Finishing

Gloss
Soft to the touch and features a more muted shine than other glossy coatings available.

Matte
Minimal depth and shine is present on the surface. However, matte coatings provide a high degree of color density.

Satin
The perfect balance between glossy and matte finishes, satin features medium shine and exceptional scuff resistance.

Strike-through matte
Using matte and gloss finishes, varnish is used to create patterns on the surface of packaging materials.
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FAQs About SBS C2S Paperboard
What is varnish coating used for?
It’s ideal for cosmetics, retail, gift bags, or luxury goods, offering lustrous durability and vibrant finishes.
What finishes are available?
Choose glossy for shine, matte for depth, satin for balance, or strike-through matte for patterned contrast.
Is it eco-friendly?
Yes, its recyclable coating aligns with 2025’s green standards for sustainable elegance.
What thickness is best?
Use 10pt-14pt for bags, 20pt+ for luxury boxes, tailored to your needs.
How does it differ from UV coating?
Varnish is more cost-effective and flexible than UV’s hard, glossy finish, ideal for diverse packaging.
Why is it popular for packaging?
Its scuff-resistant, vibrant finish enhances color depth and durability, perfect for premium branding.