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
Do specialty finishes cost a lot more than standard printing?
Answer
Specialty finishes do add cost compared with a basic CMYK print, but the gap is usually smaller than people expect. How much depends on the technique, the quantity and the product.
| Finish | Relative added cost |
|---|---|
| Matte or soft-touch lamination | Small |
| Spot UV | Moderate |
| Foil stamping | Moderate to higher |
| Embossing or debossing | Higher |
| Combined finishes | Highest |
As with standard printing, the per-piece cost falls as your quantity rises, so a larger run softens the specialty upcharge.
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