Lõpptrükipinnale

Lõpptrükipinnale is a term used in Estonian printing and packaging to denote the final surface onto which printing is performed or on which the final printed image will appear. It refers to the substrate surface after any pre-treatment and finishing steps, i.e., the actual printable surface in a production run.

In practice, determining the lõpptrükipinnale involves considering the substrate type (paper, cardboard, plastic film, metal), its surface finish (coated, uncoated, glossy, matte), and the compatibility with the chosen printing process (offset, digital, flexographic, screen). The quality of the final print depends on surface properties such as absorbency, smoothness, ink adhesion, and wetting. Before printing, surface preparation—such as corona or plasma treatment, priming, or lamination—may be used to achieve desired adhesion and color reproduction.

The concept is especially relevant in packaging, labels, and commercial print, where the substrate and surface treatment are specified to meet durability, appearance, and performance requirements. The lõpptrükipinnale may also influence post-print finishing choices, including varnishes, coatings, or laminates, which can alter gloss, protection, and tactile feel.

While not a universal term outside Estonian practice, lõpptrükipinnale appears in production documentation and supplier specifications to distinguish the final printable surface from other stages of production. See also substrate, prepress, ink adhesion, finishing, varnish, and lamination.