What are the limitations of raised gold foil printing?

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.