Landor ClearShield is the liquid lamination coating for water-resistant media/ink combinations and for solvent, eco-solvent, latex and UV inks. It is the first choice for all non-water-sensitive inks. ClearShield is made with premium-quality resins and ultraviolet inhibitors that protect the substrate, the ink and the liquid lamination itself against UV exposure. The ClearShield range is non-yellowing and highly flexible, with excellent exterior durability.
Use ClearShield on most substrates, including water-resistant canvas, vinyl, banners, fibreglass, wood, metal, plastic and paper. You can apply it over solvent-based inks and most water-based paint and pigment ink systems. ClearShield is available in several versions to suit different inks, substrates and applications. Spills clean up easily with soap and water.
The LL range is designed primarily for automated liquid laminators. It can also be used manually, in which case the brush and roll recommendations on page 9 apply. Good results can be achieved with a mop applicator: a standard window-washing mop head made of a material such as lambswool, fastened to a dowel rod. The applicator should usually be fully saturated. Most customers simply pour the coating in puddles or lines onto the material, then spread it with the applicator. Aim to apply the coating evenly and consistently. CSX5000 may need slight thinning with water when using mops.
Begin by saturating the roller with Type C. Use either a high-density foam roller or a short-nap roller with no more than a 3/16” nap. Remove excess fluid so it is not dripping off the roller. Take care if loading the roller from a tray, as the ridges in the tray may transfer onto the image. Alternatively, roll out the excess liquid laminate on a piece of cardboard or another smooth surface. Apply one thin coat, working from one side of the canvas to the other. You do not need a wet, saturated film across the whole surface. Allow the first thin coat to become touch-dry, which takes about 30 minutes to 1 hour. Apply a second thin-to-medium coat in the same way, from side to side. This should give a pleasing appearance and adequate protection. Two thin coats give a better-looking finish than one saturated coat.
