Foil Stamping

What it is

Metallic, pigmented, holographic or specially patterned foil applied to selected areas of a printed piece.

Uses

• To enhance the overall appearance of a piece
• To provide rich, eye-catching effects and increase marketing response
• Adds security by preventing counterfeiting
• OLP offers CIC foil stamping, holographic encryption stamping and holographic seals
• An ideal and economical pair with embossing for even greater impact
• Ideal for "scratch-and-win" games, promotional pieces, prize cards or coupons
• Hundreds of color foils are available and we stock more than 50 colors

Tips

• Min sheet size – 2 x 3" Max. sheet size – 22 1/2 x 32 1/4"
• Max. image area – 22 x 30"

Specifications

• Coated stocks work best (clay or cast coatings)
• Aqueous coatings or varnishes that are wax-free work well
• If sheets are going to be printed using a laser printer after foil stamping, select a foil that is resistant to the heat a printer uses
• Mark sheets with side guide and gripper
• Leave a minimum of 1/2" outside of image area on all four sides

Please submit artwork for foil stamping in a black & white PDF