Laminate Material Help Gloss Finish This laminate is our most popular. It gives the label a gloss finish and protects the ink from rubbing off or smearing. It is used for all indoor applications. Matte Finish This laminate gives the label a flat, soft finish and protects the ink from rubbing off or smearing. It is used for all indoor applications. Gloss Finish - UV Outdoor This laminate gives the label a gloss finish and protects the ink from rubbing off, smearing or fading in the sun. It is used for all indoor and outdoor applications. Gloss Finish - Printable This laminate gives the label a gloss finish and protects the ink from rubbing off or smearing. It can be printed on with any thermal transfer printer after the labels are finished. It is used for all indoor applications.