What is embossing?

Embossing is the procedure by which the paper surface is pushed forward using an embossing die to cause a raised image. There are different types of embossing that can be done.

Types Of Embossing

Blind Emboss: A blind emboss is one which is not stamped over a printed image or with a foil. The color of the embossed image is the same as the color of the surface. You can also call it a self emboss or same color embossing.

Single-Level Emboss: In this kind of embossing, the image area is raised to just one flat level.

Registered Emboss: This is an embossed image that exactly registers to a printed or foil stamped image. The printed image area is embossed to give is a raised look.

Multi-Level Emboss: In this kind of embossing, the image area is raised to multiple levels having different depths. This gives the embossed image texture and added relief and makes it all the more interesting.

Printed Emboss: In this kind of embossing, the embossed area registers with printed image. Depending on customer requirements and specifications, the bevel can stay inside the printed image or go outside it.

Sculptured Emboss: A sculptured emboss actually refers to a hand tooled process. It is made from a photograph or a drawing with various levels of depth to make the image appear realistic and multi dimensional.

Tint Emboss: This is a relatively new creation where pearl or pastel foil is used for embossing. The methodology is the same as other embossing but the technique is very much in demand and vogue currently. Also, for tint embossing it is best to use white stock because pearl and pastel foils are transparent.

Combo Emboss: This refers to an embossed image that is also foil stamped.

Debossing: The surface is depressed instead of raised as in embossing.