Blind Emboss: Raised image on blank paper, without register to ink, foil, varnish, die-cut etc. We do not recommend blind embossing finer than a 2 point line.

Single-Level Emboss: Raising the image area to one single flat level. Blind or register with a beveled or rounded edge. Dies can be made of magnesium, copper or brass. This is the least expensive way to emboss.

Register Emboss: Raising an area which has been printed or foil stamped.

Printed Emboss: Embossed area registers with printed image. Customer should determine whether bevel should stay inside or outside of the print image.

Raised Round Edge: Can be blind or registered emboss. Die is concave. Can only be done in brass.

Raised Flat with Bevels: Creates flat raised surface. Edges are cut at an angle. Can only be done in brass.

Multi-level Emboss: The embossed impression may consist of two, three, or more levels of depth. Can be blind or register embossed. Creates a 2 dimensional look. Can only be done in brass.

Sculptured Emboss: Hand tooled process made from a photograph or drawing with various levels of depth to make the image appear realistic and give dimension. Can create intricate detailed images. Dies are etched by hand in brass. This is the most expensive way to emboss.

Tint Emboss: Process of embossing using pearl or pastel foil which gives a subtle color. White stock is recommended since these foils are transparent. Brass dies are usually used.

Combo Emboss: An area of broad type or a logo that can be embossed and foil stamped in one pass. Only brass dies can be used in this process.

Deboss: Areas recess, or go down, rather than raising up.

Stamp & Bump: Process of foil stamping the image in one pass on the press, then embossing the foiled image with a second pass.

Glazing: Increased heat and pressure alters the paper color causing a burnishing effect.

Texture Emboss: Adds a tactile quality such as pebble or woodgrain.