bringing dimension and “bling” to your printed piece

Engraving

Engraving, a centuries-old craft, is alive and well at GHP. For elegance, dimensionality, and warmth, nothing surpasses engraving. It is the clear choice in situations when it is important to convey permanence, stability and prestige. Because engraved materials are raised and tactile, they cannot be easily duplicated, making engraving popular for printing legal and financial documents, where security is paramount. Anything connected to brand or image, or any printed piece that commemorates a special or one-time event—such as a diploma, award or certificate, or a wedding invitation, is an ideal candidate for engraving. Engraving inks are opaque and have “pop,” making engraving the best option when the paper is dark but the text is light.

Embossing/Debossing

Embossing and debossing consist of a raised (embossed) or depressed (debossed) text or shape on a printed piece. If the embossed area is not first covered with ink, it is referred to a “blind” emboss.  Embossing literally makes your message stand out. GHP has specialized embossing equipment to deliver the crisp impact you want.

Foil Stamping

When the occasion calls for “bling” nothing works quite as well as foil stamping.  Often used for official seals (usually in metallic gold or silver), foil comes in many colors and is a good choice whenever you would like to highlight a particular area of text or an object. Foil is often used on stationery, business cards, and greeting cards, but can be used for emphasis on any printed piece.