What Is the Difference Between Coated and Uncoated Paper?
Side-by-side print comparison of smooth glossy coated paper versus textured matte uncoated paper stock. Coated paper is paper stock treated with a layer of clay, plastic, or other compounds that seal the surface, while uncoated paper has no surface treatment and retains a natural, porous texture. This single distinction—the presence or absence of a coating—drives nearly…