Washup
The cleaning of an ink unit on a press to get it ready to change to a different colour.
Watermark
True- translucent image created in the paper on the paper machine, with the use of a dandy roller. The image is generally the name of the paper or a company logo and can be viewed from both sides of the paper. Also referred to as a genuine watermark.Artificial watermarks are applied after the paper has been manufactured. They simulate a true watermark but are only visible on the side that the watermark is applied. They can be applied by the paper manufacturer or by the forms manufacturer.
Well managed forest
Whiteness
The paper’s ability to reflect all colours of light the same.
Woodfree
Work and tumble
A printing method where different pages are assembled so that they are on one plate. One side is printed and the sheet is turned from front to rear so that you are using the opposite edge as the gripper edge and then the second side is printed. The product is then cut apart to make two finished items.
Work and turn
Printing method where different pages are assembled so that they are on one plate. One side is printed and then the sheet is turned over so that you are using the same gripper edge and then the second side is printed. The product is then cut apart to make two finished items.
Wove paper
An even finish in uncoated paper with a slight texture made by a felt roller covered in woven wire
Paper with a wove finish. One of the most common papers used for general printing.