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type: faq
title: "What exactly is raised foil, and how is it different from flat foil stamping?"
description: "Raised foil adds a physical, three-dimensional layer of metallic or colored foil to your design. Where flat foil stamping sits flush with the paper surface"
resource: https://www.4over4.com/faqs/general/what-exactly-is-raised-foil-and-how-is-it-different-from-flat-foil-stamping
tags: ["Finish", "faq"]
timestamp: 2026-07-20T18:54:40.856Z
---

# What exactly is raised foil, and how is it different from flat foil stamping?

Raised foil adds a physical, three-dimensional layer of metallic or colored foil to your design. Where flat foil stamping sits flush with the paper surface

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