What exactly is foil stamping and how does it work?

Foil stamping presses a thin layer of metallic or pigmented foil onto paper using a heated metal die. The heat activates an adhesive on the foil so it bonds permanently to the surface, leaving a reflective, slightly raised finish that ink cannot replicate.

• A custom metal die is made in the shape of your foil artwork.
• The die is heated and pressed through the foil onto the stock.
• Heat and pressure bond the foil to the paper, and the excess film lifts away.
• The result is a crisp, shiny image sitting on the surface of the card.

Precision tooling and clean registration keep foil edges sharp, so bold shapes and readable type foil best.