Glossary of Terms

Engraving - Printing process using recessed metal die  to press paper into die with or without ink. Considered the standard of quality over  all printing techniques.

Blind Embossing - Stamping raised letters or images into paper using pressure and die without adding color or foil.

Letterpress - Use of metal cut to push ink into paper. Most often used on stocks with uneven surfaces such as leatherette finish used for Will covers and envelopes.

Offset Lithography - Referred to as flat printing. Most common printing.

Thermography - Finish of resin powder applied after printing which is then heated creating a raised effect. Most commonly found on business cards.

Foil Stamping - Process of covering paper with a flexible sheet of metal or other material then pressed with heated die to adhere foil to paper.

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