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 paper thickness works best for embossed gloss cards?
Answer
Embossing pushes the paper into a raised relief, so thicker stock gives you a deeper, cleaner effect with less risk of cracking. For embossed gloss cards, heavier is almost always better.
| Thickness | Emboss result |
|---|---|
| 16pt | Solid choice, about credit-card thickness |
| 32pt ultra-thick | Allows the deepest, most dramatic raised effect |
- Thicker stock holds a crisper relief and resists flattening over time
- Keep embossed elements away from the trim edge so they form fully
Your printer can recommend the best stock to match your specific embossed design.
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