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Emma Davis, 4OVER4 print production voice (illustration)
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 does edge painting mean and what color options are available?

Answer

Edge painting is a finishing option that applies a band of color to the exposed edges of a printed product, most often thick-stock business cards. It creates a crisp stripe of color around the piece that frames your design and adds a premium, custom feel.

  • How it works: ink is applied by hand to the cut edge of a thick card, then sealed.
  • Color options: black is a popular choice, and custom colors can be matched to your artwork as closely as possible.
  • Color accuracy: because it is a hand process, an exact match to a specific hex or PMS value cannot be guaranteed.

If color accuracy matters, request a sample before placing your full order, or share your target color with 4OVER4 support.

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