![]() ![]() Since the die needed for this kind of embossing is simple, it is the most affordable embossing option. This process uses a die that changes the surface of the paper at only one level. Similar to combination embossing, this combines embossing with another print finishing embellishment, such as ink, foil, punching, or even another embossed element. With this combined effect, the entire embossed area would be foiled. Typically, because the processes are similar, foil and embossing or debossing are applied together using this type of die. One way to make blind embossing stand out, even more, is to use textured paper, since the area around the embossing will be pressed smooth, creating more of a contrast.Īs its name suggests, this type of die combines multiple effects into one process. This is the use of the embossing process in printing without the use of any other kind of print finishing embellishment. In addition to paper, it can be used on other substrates, such as cloth, leather, metal, acrylic, and wood. The three-dimensional effect created by the embossing process in printing can be used on many materials. The average depth of embossing is between 15 and 25 microns, which is approximately 1/64 th of an inch. The die can be single-level or have multiple levels, depending on the level of detail, complexity or the desired height or depth of the design. The combination of pressure and heat reshapes the paper fibers. ![]() To create the design on paper, the paper is pressed between them and they are heated. One piece of the die has the design raised surface and the other the same design recessed into it. The die is a two-piece set of customized metal plates created according to the image or text to be embossed. Because debossing recesses into the paper, it can be used to emulate engraving. The opposite effect is also possible using the same process, known as debossing. Similar to letterpress printing, the embossing process in printing uses custom made dies to create raise the paper according to the design. It has been used for hundreds of years to raise the paper to form a nearly sculptural depth in luxury paper goods.Įmbossing is elegant on its own, or when combined with other print finishing embellishments, such as foil stamping or pearlescent coating, it’s taken to another level. The most frequently produced items are: embossed wedding invitations, embossed business cards, embossed announcements, embossed Mitzvah invitations, embossed stationery and embossed cards.Share: Nothing creates detailed texture quite like embossing. ![]() Our embossing equipment is set up for the production of paper materials, both text weight and cover weight. We cannot emboss leathers or already bound books. This is called blind embossing. Embossing can also be done in registration to printed matter. Very fine or thin copy will not have a high emboss level.Įmbossing can be done in an unprinted area, on its own. For a two-sided printed piece with embossing, it is important to strategically place the copy on the cards back, as to not be adversely affected by the embossment show through.Įmbossing is done on our two foil stamping presses.Įmbossing is often done in combination with letterpress printing, foil stamping, offset printing and thermography (raised printing).Įmbossing is best when the copy is a minimum of one point thick. For this reason embossing is best done on items which are only printed on one side. Embossing creates a raised image which is equally sharp on the back of the card, only in reverse as a deboss. ![]()
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