FOIL-STAMPING


ADVANTAGES


Wide Variety of Foil Colors and Textures. Prints On Dark Stock. Document Authentication. Shiny Metallic Prestige.


LIMITATIONS


May not be laser printer compatible.
Not ideal for tiny detailed keylines or type.
Some paper stocks may cause foil stamping to peel.


PROCESS


Pre Press: Magnesium or copper dies etched in acid
On Press: Metallic or pigment foil glued to sheet with heat and pressure
Post Press: Mylar carrier goes to landfill, - Acid and dies recycled