Printing techniques
Which printing technique is right for you?
Those looking for the right processing method for their project will quickly find themselves faced with a wide range of options. This page clearly introduces the most important techniques and shows which Gmund papers best suit your creative ideas at a glance.
We are happy to support you with our expertise in making the right choice, from first impression to perfect realization. Here, you can find helpful information and application examples for your work.
Explore the wide range of design possibilities offered by Gmund papers and let yourself be inspired.
About the various printing techniques
Blind Embossing
This is a printing technique that does not require ink yet still captivates the senses. Learn more about blind embossing, its special features, and which Gmund papers are best suited for this technique.
Digital printing
Digital printing impresses with its precision and cost-effectiveness, even for small print runs, personalized prints, or sharply defined colors. It’s ideal for achieving high-quality results without long lead times.
Hot foil
Choose from matte, glossy, metallic, holographic, or textured finishes. Hot foil adds impressive accents, making every printed product an eye-catcher. From elegant invitations to glossy packaging, the variety of colors and surfaces offers unlimited design possibilities.
Letterpress
Letterpress combines color and embossing. Targeted pressure embosses lettering and motifs into the material, creating fine indentations in the paper. At the same time, color is applied to give the motif visual depth. The result is a unique interplay of texture, color, and structure.
Offset printing
Offset printing impresses with its razor-sharp details, rich colors, and excellent reproducibility, making it ideal for medium to large print runs. In this process, the ink is transferred indirectly to the paper via a printing plate, enabling particularly uniform results. Compared to digital printing, offset printing excels in color fidelity, efficiency, and the variety of finishing options it offers.
Silk-screen printing
In silk-screen printing, ink is applied directly to paper through a fine-mesh screen. This process creates rich, vibrant layers of color with a unique texture and visual depth. It is ideal for high-quality printing projects where color and texture are important.