Foil Blocking

Embossing

Foil blocking is the process by which foil is applied to a surface using either a metal die that can be chemically etched or crafted by hand from supplied artwork. Dies are made from various metals according to the complexity of the image and the number of required impressions. A die can be either FLAT (foil only) or COMBINATION (for foiling and embossing in one pass). Foils are available in many finishes, including gloss, matt and satin. The colours gold and silver are standard, but you can choose from other metallic colours as well as pearlised, clear, pigment and multi-coloured foils.

Embossing is the process by which an image or text is impressed into a surface using a metal die. Embossing creates a raised impression on a surface and if the impression is to be sunk, this is known as Debossing. Bevelled, faceted or rounded dies can be chosen, which can be either single or multi-level, depending on the depth and complexity that needs to be achieved.

Litho Printing

Finishing

Of all the available methods of applying ink to paper, Litho achieves the sharpest definition for clarity, consistency and depth of colour printing. Whether using line or tone, special colours, metallics or varnishes we can advise the best way of implementing your requirements to achieve the best finish.

Cutting, perforating, creasing, hand-finish and thermograph are also available. The Walsh Partners insist on quality for all printing services offered right through to final packing and delivery.