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title: "Will Raised Spot UV show up on a black background?"
description: "Raised Spot UV shows on black through a contrast of finish: glossy raised areas against matte velvet stock, with a C50 M40 Y40 K100 rich black behind them."
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# Will Raised Spot UV show up on a black background?

Yes. On a dark or black background, Raised Spot UV reads through a contrast of finish, not of color: the 16pt Velvet Laminated Cover the cards print on stays matte and soft, while the raised UV is glossy and catches the light as the card tilts. Black on black: a black logo in raised UV on a black background shows as shine and texture rather than as a color change. Size matters: bold shapes and heavier type read best; very thin lines and tiny text are harder to see in raised UV. Rich black background: build large black areas as C50 M40 Y40 K100 rather than 100% K alone, for a deep, solid black behind the gloss. Check before it prints: every file gets the free 30-point check, and choosing Free Online Proof at checkout lets you review the layout yourself before production. If you are unsure whether a small logo or slogan will read well in raised UV, contact support with your CMYK file and Black Mask before you order.

Raised Spot UV shows on black through a contrast of finish: glossy raised areas against matte velvet stock, with a C50 M40 Y40 K100 rich black behind them.

[Order velvet laminated](https://www.4over4.com/product/velvet-laminated)

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