The Key Differences Between Polyethylene and Glassine Release Paper

Polyethylene release paper consists of a variety of plastic, whereas glassine release paper is a thin, translucent paper. These two types of release papers may initially seem similar, but they have important differences that make each unique and suitable for different uses.

Polyethylene backing paper is generally opaque 

For use as release paper, and release paper using glassine backing paper is transparent. This is convenient because you can see where your adhesive is, when you are using glassine the  Release Paper. This way you can align all your materials properly. On the other hand, it may be a bit tougher to place things exactly where you want them with polyethylene release paper.

Glassine release paper will resists heat better than polyethylene release paper. 

This makes glassine ideal for jobs that require heat, heat pressing or laminating for example. If you need to have a release paper for a hot process, glassine will not bend or melt with the ease as RPC will.

Further, glassine release paper is more readily printed as it is relatively smooth and glossy. 

Special treatment may be required for printing on a polyethylene release paper. Glassine If you want to print labels or designs on the back side of your release paper, glassine is the way to go- this paper allows the ink to set up faster thus making cleaner, clearer prints because the ink can stick to the release paper better.

A major difference between the two types of release paper is their impact on the environment. 

Glassine release paper can be destructible and recyclable, and so is better for Earth than polyethylene release paper is, because the second does not decompose and is less friendly for the environment as it is a plastic material. You can help take small steps to ensure your packaging is best for the planet at all times by selecting glassine release paper from Torchin.