Finishes and Methods Part 2 Overview

Embossing

Creates a raised design on the surface of paper or card by pressing it between a male and female die.

Debossing

Creates a recessed design by pressing the material with a male die.

UV Varnishing

UV varnish is applied to the material's surface and cured instantly using ultraviolet light.

Spot Varnishing

Varnish is applied only to specific areas of the material, often to highlight particular design elements.

Hot Foil Blocking

Uses heat and pressure to apply metallic or pigmented foil to the surface of the material.

Paints

Applied as a liquid and dries to form a solid coating.

Sealants

Applied to surfaces to create a protective barrier.

Varnishes

Applied as a liquid and forms a hard, transparent finish when dry.

Anodizing

Electrochemical process that converts the metal surface into a durable, corrosion-resistant anodic oxide finish.

Plating

Coating a metal surface with a thin layer of another metal using electroplating, electroless plating, or other methods.

Coating

Applying a protective or decorative layer to the surface of a material.