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Definition: Smooth finish paper that gets its surface texture during the papermaking process rather than as a separate manufacturing operation has a machine finish.

Machine finish papers may be coated by machine on one or two sides. Coated paper with a machine finish may be calendered or supercalendered.

Also Known As: mf | machine coated | machinemade | mfc | machine finished coated paper
Common Misspellings: Machine finish coated papers are often used for paperback book covers.
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