Patent ID: 9242481
Filing Date: 2016-01-26
CPC Classification: B41J,B41M

Claim Text:
1. A method of applying a layer of a recording liquid on a recording medium by application of droplets of the recording liquid using an inkjet printing technique, which recording liquid is curable, the method comprising: a. applying a first layer of droplets of the recording liquid on the recording medium such that the first layer covers a predetermined part of the recording medium; b. selecting a first period of time depending on a time needed for the recording liquid to spread on the recording medium to form the first layer of recording liquid; c. curing the droplets of the first layer within the first period of time after application; d. applying a second layer of droplets of the recording liquid on the cured first layer; e. selecting a second period of time depending on a time needed for the droplets of the recording liquid to spread and coalesce for the second layer to have a smooth and glossy surface; f. leaving the second layer uncured for the second period of time after application; and g. curing the second layer after the second period of time.