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
How is dual raised printing different from embossing?
Answer
Both add dimension, but they get there in opposite ways. Embossing reshapes the paper itself, while dual raised printing builds up colored ink on top of the surface.
| Embossing | Dual raised printing | |
|---|---|---|
| Method | A metal die presses the paper from behind | Heat and thermographic powder build raised ink |
| Ink | None, it is a blind impression | Actual colored ink layers on top |
| Result | A raised shape with no color | A visible, colored, textured element |
- Choose embossing for a tonal, sculpted look without ink.
- Choose dual raised for raised elements that carry color and contrast.
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