It sounds like the decision is for the didactic panels only, correct? (The actual photos on display will be on matte paper). In that case, if you are working with a full-service printer you might consider adding a matte laminate. It might not be as rich as the matte paper and have a somewhat more plastic feel, but it will protect the signage with minimal glare.
-Johanna
Johanna Goldfeld Design, LLC
www.jgoldfeld-design.com

On Apr 26, 2012, at 10:54 AM, "Kathie Gow" <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

Hi Listers. We are getting close to printing all the photos and photo/caption boards for an upcoming exhibit. The photos are all black and white (some sepia), from the 1900s-1930s, and they look much better on matte paper, with rich darks, than on pearl/luster paper. BUT, we’ll also have 8-10 of these photo/caption boards on little easels outside of the display case, scattered throughout the museum, where visitors (or volunteers) might be touching them, or moving them around. Is it worth going for the better-looking paper at the risk of getting fingerprints or smudges? (I’m leaning toward the matte.)

Anyone have experience with using matte paper for signage that is not protected?

Thanks!

--Kathie Gow

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