Materials

Boxboard

Rigid cardboard that can be folded and glued into a variety of shapes. Use to make packaging with a stiff exterior, often used as high-end decor.

colors

Gray
White
Kraft

Printing (on wrap)

Wraps

Paper wraps

The following are common paper brands often used.

Neenah
Mohawk
Cougar
Lynx

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Digital

4 color process can produce almost every color without the hassle of producing plates. This is a faster option for lower quantity production runs.

One-sided (4/0) Exterior or interior
Two-sided (4/4) Exterior and interior

Off-set printing

A process of ink getting transferred from a plate. Multiple colors can be used as well as additional Pantone colors. Additional Pantone colors must be selected.

One-sided (4/0) Exterior or interior
Two-sided (4/4) Exterior and interior

Finishes

Foil Stamping

Embellishing with a foil material image or design onto a substrate. Image is pressed down into the material.

Embossed/Debossed

Creating a raised or recessed relief image into a substrate.

Aqueous coating

A clear, water-based coating that is used to protect printed pieces. The coating comes in various finishes such as high-gloss, satin, or soft touch.

Spot UV

A treatment used to coat specific area/s of a substrate rather than coating the entire area. This is a design technique to add depth and contrast.

Soft-Touch

Adding a soft feel to the exterior of a package with an additional coating. Often referred to a “velvet” texture.

Inserts

Foam

Laser cut foam inserts can be custom formed to any type of product. Soft or firm will make a difference for the type of product.

Cardboard

Diecut inserts shaped to products, matching the exterior of the box. Corrugated material is a cost effective solution, great for all types of products and sizes.

Specialty boxes

Materials

Printing (on wrap)

Finishes

Inserts

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