Techniques

Die Cutting

A finishing method by which intricate shapes can be cut from the page. This process requires a custom-made die, which has a sharp steel edge constructed to cut the required shape.

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Embossing

Having a raised surface. This is created by using a male and female form.

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Foil blocking

A printing method that transfers a metallic foil to the page through the application of a metal form and heat.

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Holographic foil blocking

A printing method that transfers a special holographic metallic foil to the page through the application of a metal form and heat.

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Mirriboard

A special metallic finished board can crate dramatic effects, even just with a single colour print applied.

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UV Varnish

A plastic-based varnish applied by screenprinting, and available in matt, satin and gloss finishes. It can be applied over the entire surface or treated as a spot varnish, enabling the designer to print elements purely as a varnish or to highlight selected elements on the page.

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Duplex and Triplex

A method by which two or three different stocks can be bonded together, createing a variety of effects. This method is very useful to create a high contrast from one side to the other – combining uncoated and coated boards, textured and smooth boards, different colour stocks etc.

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Gilt Edge

A process whereby gold-leaf is applied to the edges of an invite, card or book block. Resulting in a lavish finishing touch to a printed job.