Hi Toby
I'm wondering if anyone has any knowledge of the longevity of
inkjet printing or laser printing?
Have a look at http://www.wide-format-printers.org/2FLAAR_reports/
previews/279_Previews_Report_Series_Laser.pdf for an interesting
discussion about the pros and cons in general between the two. It's
not the most recent piece on the block (it's from 2004), but it is
an interesting and useful overview.
In my experience, I would do your insert on an inkjet, because it
takes a wider range of papers (easier to match up to your
letterpress section) in all three dimensions (odd shapes on a laser
aren't fun, unless you want to cut them out of standard sheets)
The "technology" of applying ink at room temperature to the paper
is closer to letterpress (versus hot, electrically-charged toner
particles) as well. Depending on your paper and the printer used, I
suspect you would only find the most noticeable difference would be
the lack of an impression.
From a longevity perspective, I've noticed that laser printing
deteriorates much quicker than prints I've made on any of my
inkjets over the years, particularly when in contact with other
media, particularly plastic.
Cheers
Linda
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