What are the different printing techniques?
Digital Printing
Digital Printing is the most common, cost-effective and easiest printing technique currently available. Digital printing uses digital files (i.e. PDFs) that are sent directly to the printer. Electrostatic rollers called “drums” apply toner onto the paper. A wide range of colors and tones can be produced, with the exception of metallic colors like gold, silver, and rose gold.
Offset Printing
Offset Printing uses etched metal plates (one plate for each color being printed is created) that apply ink onto a sheet of paper. The metal plates are secured to rollers that transfer the ink onto the paper. Color matching is more precise compared to digital printing because flat and metallic ink colors are custom formulated.
Letterpress
Letterpress is one of the oldest forms of printing and has become one of the most popular printing techniques used for wedding invitations. The ink is pressed into the surface of the paper so you can see and feel the indentation of the text or image. Each piece is individually pressed, which helps to create a timeless look and feel for your wedding day.
Foil Stamping
Foil Stamping is a similar printing process to letterpress, but where metallic colors or foils are applied to the surface using heat. The heat causes the foil to adhere onto the paper, creating a decorative finish. The most commonly used colors used in this technique are gold and silver.
Embossing
Embossing is the opposite of letterpress – instead of the text or image being indented into the paper, the design is raised. This look is achieved by stamping the paper onto an etching that makes the impression on the paper.
Die Cutting
Die-Cutting is the process where paper is cut using a metal die or blade. Traditional die-cutting works like a stamp or cookie cutter, creating cutaways into the desired shape.
Laser Cutting
