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Foil blocking is a traditional finishing method where a thin layer of metallic or pigmented foil is applied to a surface using heat & pressure
September 10, 2025

What Makes Foil Blocking Ideal for Artisan Product Design

A close-up view of a yellow etched photopolymer plate featuring raised designs of butterflies, text, and decorative elements on its surface.
September 5, 2025

The Benefits of Photopolymer Plates in Short-Run Projects

Leather foil stamping is a specialised hot foil process where metallic or pigmented foil is applied to a leather surface using heat & pressure
August 27, 2025

Why Leather Foil Stamping is Essential for High-End Branding

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August 22, 2025

Metallic Elephant Achieves ISO 14001 Certification

Stamping foil is a metallic or pigmented film used in hot foil printing, where heat and pressure transfer the foil onto a surface using a metal die
August 20, 2025

What Makes Stamping Foil Ideal for Lasting Visual Impact

Hot foil is a traditional print process that uses a combination of heat, pressure, and a metal die to apply a thin layer of metallic foil to a substrate
August 13, 2025

Why Hot Foil Remains the Gold Standard for Luxury Finishes

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