Metallic embellishments can transform simple packaging into an heirloom object, but specifying the wrong foil process can lead to flaking, fill-in, or blown budgets.
Hot Foil vs. Cold Foil Transfer
Hot stamping remains the gold standard for crisp edges on textured paperboards, transferring pigmented or metallic foil via heat and pressure. Cold foil is suited for high-speed inline flexography on smooth films.
