Buffalo Cold Laminate Film for Photos, Posters, Signs and Display Graphics
Buffalo Cold Laminate Film is a professional pressure-sensitive laminating film designed to protect and enhance printed graphics without using heat. It is ideal for photo prints, posters, signs, menus, retail displays, presentation graphics, mounted prints, and wide-format output that needs a durable finished surface.
This cold laminating film applies with a cold laminator and adds a clear protective layer over the printed surface. It helps protect graphics from handling, fingerprints, dirt, moisture, scuffs, and everyday surface wear while also improving the finished appearance of the print.
Choose the Right Finish for Your Print
| Finish | Best For | Appearance |
|---|---|---|
| Glossy | Photos, posters, menus, promotional prints, retail graphics | Bright, high-shine finish that increases color pop and contrast |
| Matte | Signs, menus, presentation graphics, glare-sensitive displays | Smooth non-glare finish with a clean professional look |
| Leather | Portraits, albums, decorative prints, premium photo displays | Embossed leather-style texture for a classic decorative surface |
| Silk | Photo prints, albums, display graphics, premium presentation pieces | Soft satin-style finish with a smooth refined appearance |
| Diamond | Decorative photos, albums, specialty graphics, display prints | Textured diamond pattern that adds depth and visual interest |
| Oil | Canvas-style prints, portraits, artwork, decorative graphics | Oil painting-style texture for an artistic finished look |
| Cross | Photo albums, posters, decorative signs, printed displays | Cross-textured surface that gives prints a dimensional finish |
| Clothbound | Albums, presentation covers, decorative graphics, photo displays | Fabric-style texture with a premium cloth-like appearance |
Why Use Cold Laminate Film?
- Protects printed graphics from handling, fingerprints, dirt, moisture, and surface wear
- No heat required for safe finishing of inkjet prints, photos, posters, and mounted graphics
- Improves durability for prints that will be handled, displayed, transported, or installed
- Enhances appearance with glossy, matte, and textured finish options
- Great for print shops, photo labs, sign shops, schools, offices, and in-house graphics departments
Ideal Applications
| Application | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| Photo Prints | Adds protection and improves the finished appearance of photographic output |
| Posters | Protects posters from handling, fingerprints, and everyday wear |
| Retail Signs | Creates a cleaner, more durable surface for POP and POS graphics |
| Menus | Helps protect printed menus from moisture, stains, and frequent handling |
| Presentation Graphics | Gives client-facing graphics a more polished professional finish |
| Photo Albums | Textured finishes such as leather, silk, diamond, oil, cross, and clothbound add premium visual style |
| Mounted Prints | Protects mounted graphics and adds a finished display-ready surface |
| Trade Show Graphics | Improves durability for graphics that are transported, handled, and reused |
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Buffalo Imaging |
| Product Type | Cold laminate film / cold laminating film |
| Film Type | Self-adhesive pressure-sensitive laminating film |
| Application Method | Cold laminator / pressure application |
| Heat Required | No |
| Material | PVC film with adhesive backing — confirm final vendor spec before publishing |
| Approx. Thickness | 80 micron — confirm final vendor spec before publishing |
| Finish Options | Glossy, Matte, Leather, Silk, Diamond, Oil, Cross, Clothbound |
| Available Sizes | 25in × 100ft and 50in × 120ft — based on current product listings |
| Adhesive | Pressure-sensitive adhesive |
| Liner | Release liner backing |
| Use Environment | Indoor graphics, display prints, photos, posters, menus, and signs |
| Key Benefits | Protective, moisture resistant, scratch resistant, no heat required, multiple finish options |
What is Buffalo Cold Laminate Film used for?
Buffalo Cold Laminate Film is used to protect and enhance photos, posters, signs, menus, retail graphics, mounted prints, presentation graphics and display materials. It adds a clear protective layer that helps guard printed graphics against handling, fingerprints, dirt, moisture, scuffs and surface wear.
Does cold laminate film require heat?
No. Cold laminate film uses pressure-sensitive adhesive and is applied with a cold laminator. This makes it a good choice for photos, inkjet prints, posters and mounted graphics that should not be exposed to heat.
What finishes are available?
Buffalo Cold Laminate Film is available in Glossy, Matte, Leather, Silk, Diamond, Oil, Cross and Clothbound finishes. Glossy gives prints a bright high-shine look, Matte reduces glare, and textured finishes add decorative surface effects for photo albums, posters and display graphics.
What is the difference between glossy and matte cold laminate film?
Glossy cold laminate film creates a bright reflective finish that increases color pop and contrast. Matte cold laminate film creates a smoother non-glare finish that is better for signs, menus, presentation graphics and displays viewed under bright lighting.
Can this laminate film be used for photos?
Yes. Buffalo Cold Laminate Film is a good choice for photo prints, photo albums, portraits and display photos. Textured finishes such as leather, silk, diamond, oil, cross and clothbound can add a premium decorative look to photo output.
Can this be used for signs and posters?
Yes. Cold laminate film is commonly used on posters, signs, menus, retail graphics, mounted prints and presentation graphics. It helps protect the printed surface and gives the final piece a more finished professional appearance.
















































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