Emma Davis Print Production Specialist at 4OVER4.COM
Emma is our prepress and print production voice, built from the knowledge of our production team, with over 20 years in printing.
Question
What are the limitations of raised gold foil printing?
Answer
Raised foil adds a bright, dimensional metallic accent, but it behaves differently from regular ink, so a few design habits keep the result crisp. The main thing to know is that foil favors bold, clean shapes over tiny detail.
- Fine lines and small text can lose definition, so keep strokes and type on the heavier side.
- Very intricate detail may fill in or break up, so simplify delicate artwork before applying foil.
- Foil is usually applied to coated or laminated stock, which is where it adheres and shines best.
- Set the foil up as its own layer or spot color following the template guidelines, rather than mixing it into the CMYK artwork.
Designed with bold shapes and a clean logo, raised gold foil reads as a premium, high-contrast accent.
Ready to order?
Get your foil printing printed at 4OVER4
