Embossing

Why Embossing matters

• Instant luxury – A raised detail gives weight, authority and craftsmanship to any piece.
• Tactile brand recognition – Logos and titles become physically memorable, not just visual.
• Ink required – Works beautifully on uncoated, coloured and textured stocks.
• Pairs perfectly with foil – "Foil + emboss" gives sparkle and dimension.

Creative Embossing

• Blind Emboss - Purely tactile, no ink, perfect for minimalist premium work.
• Registered Emboss - Aligned precisely to printed artwork for added dimensional impact.
• Foil & Emboss - Foil applied first, then lifted, crisp, luxurious and high-contrast.
• Multi-Level / Sculpted Emboss - Hand-crafted depth with multiple planes, ideal for illustrative or ornate work.
• Micro-Emboss - Fine textures for subtle patterning, grip or security elements.

What this unlocks for your project

• Packaging with instinctive shelf appeal.
• Invitations and stationery with crafted, tactile detail.
• Book and brochure covers with memorable, touch-first branding.
• Certificates and presentation pieces with gravitas.

Tech specs at a glance

• Best results - 250gsm+ (but we can emboss lighter stocks with careful pressure control).
• Sequence - Embossing is typically last in the finishing sequence, except when paired with foil.
• Detail - Hairline elements may not translate, we test artwork to guarantee crispness.
• Depth - Heavier boards allow deeper sculpting.

Design tips

• Avoid small reversed-out type (it loses strength when raised).
• Choose uncoated or lightly textured papers for the most dramatic shadows.
• Leave 3 to 5 mm tolerance around the embossed area for clean pressure distribution.

Sustainability‍

Embossing contains no inks, no foils, and adds no additional materials, making it naturally aligned with recyclable and fibre-based packaging goals.