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Laid Finish
Finish on bond or text paper on which grids of parallel lines simulate the surface of handmade paper. Laid lines are close together and run against the grain; chain lines are farther apart and run with the grain.
Lamination
A protective coating adhered to artwork and photos. It usually comes in matte, semi-matte, luster & glossy.
Laser Bond
Bond paper made especially smooth and dry to run well through laser printers.
Lens
One or more pieces of optical glass or similar material designed to collect and focus rays of light to form a sharp image on the film, paper, or projection screen.
