Foil stamping and hot stamping are similar processes that apply metallic or colored foil onto a surface using heat and pressure. This technique enhances the visual appeal of materials like paper and cardstock, adding a luxurious touch. It is commonly used to elevate designs on items like business cards, invitations, and packaging, creating an elegant and sophisticated look. Foil stamping is one of the best printing method for black business cards.

Classic Black Business Cards takes 6-8 business days.

Considering the black color base, normal CMYK offset printing is not suitable as the printing may not be clearly visible. White color ink offset printing is not opaque enough, resulting in a translucent outcome. While silver and gold color ink can be printed on black cards, they may fade off with friction or frequent touching. Printing on black cards presents various challenges, so we encourage you to contact us with your artwork so that we can provide appropriate advice and guidance.

Yes, Spot UV can be applied to black business cards. However, due to the high fixed cost associated with Spot UV, it may not be advisable for small quantities. If you are interested in printing a large quantity, please contact us for a custom quote. Alternatively, you may consider our transparent foil stamping option (BC81) which creates a reverse effect, debossing instead of raising like Spot UV.

When deal with design with full bleed foil stamping, the  process flow is different. Hence, the costing of the fabrication is also different. The oversized plate, material wastage, extra process steps are the main reason of the higher cost. Kindly please contact us with your artwork so that we can provide appropriate advice.

Yes, it can be done. Kindly please contact us with your artwork so that we can provide appropriate advice.