Partial blind deboss
Debossed Business Cards
Better looks on thick stock
Debossed business cards look best when printed on thick stock because the thicker the paper is the deeper the print can be achieved. We offer high-quality cotton papers that are fairly fluffy, that’s why debossed business cards printed on pure cotton paper will look simply gorgeous.
Combine with foil or letterpress
Blind deboss can be combined with other printing techniques what becomes to a beautiful inspiring combinations. Blind deboss combined with foil gives really nice impression in to the paper and hot foil overprint combination.
Express deboss with ‘shadow’ printing
If you want debossed object to look more expressive we can print it with a light paper tint color ink. This method looks perfect when impression is done on colorful stock.
If you don’t have possibility to design your debossed business cards or you require a consultation about your artwork, simply contact our professional team and we will make sure that your debossed business cards will look like nothing else.
Who Chooses Debossed Business Cards?
Debossed business cards are usually chosen by architects, doctors, lawyers, business owners and executives, alongside boutique design studios, marketing agencies and graphic designers who want a subtle, tactile impression that works with or without ink. Because blind deboss relies on texture rather than colour, it suits brands that prefer understated, confident design over bold graphics.
Embellishments that make your debossed business cards look exceptional
Printing with deboss is called ‘letterpress‘, it means that we press objects into the paper and it looks really impressive. It is a medium-expensive printing technique, the price range is between flat, digital printing and foiling. With deboss, we can print only spot colors. Thick cotton stock fits perfectly for letterpress printing.
With letterpress technique, we can deboss (impress) objects, text into paper, and emboss will create a pop out effect on the paper surface. Emboss can be combined with other printing methods to compose spectacular 3D paper transformation. Check out more information about embossed business cards.
Now glossy foil is very popular and some elements will add an extra shine to your business card. Foiling is one of the most expensive printing methods. Mostly we recommend to foil on dark color paper, then glossy elements create a nice contrast with dark background.
If we need to print without relief we use silkscreen or digital printing methods. Digital printing has one major advantage if compared with traditional printing processes – digitally possible to print almost any image on a business card: mid tones, colorful flowers or your photo.
Business card with painted edges will look more exceptional. Edges can be painted with all Pantone Uncoated colors. To be edging visible we recommend to choose at least 430 gsm stock for your business cards, of course, thicker cardstock is even better.
Glossy gold, silver or copper gilded edges will look not only exclusively but will add to your card a delicate luxury touch. To make sure the foiled edge is really noticeable, we recommend using thicker an darker stock.
Differently shaped business cards will also stand out from the crowd. Typically, we cut business cards with equipment that can do rectangular shape. But we can use special dies (or sometimes even laser cut), and cut almost any shape you want.
By saying “Duplex” we mean gluing of 2 or more paper sheets. If you need really thick or different backgrounds on opposite sides of your business cards, we will print your business cards on separate sheets of paper and then glue them together. Sometimes we glue even 3 or more layers to get elegant colored cut.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a debossed business card?
A debossed card has a design pressed INTO the paper, creating a recessed, tactile impression instead of a raised or flat printed surface. It looks best on thick, premium cotton stock.
Can debossing be combined with other techniques?
Yes. Blind deboss pairs well with foil or letterpress for extra depth and contrast.
Does debossing work without ink or colour?
Yes, this is called blind deboss, the impression itself creates the effect. A light tinted “shadow” ink can also be added for a softer, colourful look.
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