Paper stock and whether to use coated or uncoated are essential factors to consider when creating your printed piece.
The uncoated stock has a non-glare surface and is absorbent (soaks up the ink), which can’t produce the vivid colors that coated paper can deliver. Uncoated stock is very easy to write on.
Unlike the uncoated stock, the coated paper holds the ink and gives a more vibrant look. However, it is more challenging to write on coated paper. Coated paper can be gloss, matt, silk or satin.
Now let’s through this into the mix. Postcards can be printed coated on one side, giving that vibrant color look and feel with an uncoated reverse side so you can write on it.