EMBOSSING

Embossing uses a metal die pressing into the back of the material to slightly raise images off the surface. It creates a tactile, 3D effect that brings emphasis to the area that has been embossed.

Embossing can be used on its own ( blind emboss ) but is often combined with print and hot foiling to create a premium finish to the embossed logo or image.

Micro-embossing can add even finer detail to the packaging project and can provide textures, micro textures and security features.

DEBOSSING

Debossing is really the opposite of embossing and where the image has created a depressed effect. In the same way as embossing, the debossed area can be left untouched (blind deboss) or filled in with hot foil.

The example on the left was created using flat blue foil with debossed silver foil for the circular cross hatch pattern.

The tactile and visual effects of embossing and debossing are a significant feature of packaging finishing.

Micro debossing can allow a design to be cut to multiple levels or smooth blends like a printed vignette.

OUR PROCESS

Our in-house team of skilled and experienced operators use traditional methods combined with specialist machinery.

We can ensure that every packaging proof that leaves us is embossed and debossed to the highest standard with a level of accuracy that is second to none.