Varnish Finish
It primarily protects the surface of the card from dirt, moisture, and wear.
Common Gloss Varnish
Gloss varnish enhances the appearance of the underlying material by providing a shiny, reflective surface that can make colors appear more vibrant and rich.
High Quality Glossy Varnish
High-quality gloss varnish typically provides a higher gloss level, making printed materials appear brighter and more eye-catching.
Matte Varnish
Matte varnish gives a soft, non-glare finish that can be preferable for certain artistic and decorative effects.
Lamination Finish
Lamination finish adds durability and protection to printed materials, offering either a glossy or matte coating to resist damage and wear.
Gloss Lamination
Provides a shiny, reflective finish that enhances color vibrancy and has a smooth texture. It is more resistant to dirt and fingerprints than uncoated paper and offers a degree of protection to the printed material.
Matte Lamination
Delivers a subdued, non-reflective finish that offers a soft and elegant appearance. It minimizes glare, making text easier to read, and is less likely to show fingerprints and smudges compared to gloss lamination.
Anti-Scratch Matte Lamination
Our most popular premium finish. It delivers a stunning, velvety-matte look while completely resisting the scuffs and scratches that normally plague dark or intricate designs.
Soft-Touch Matte Lamination
A premium matte finish with a smooth, velvet-like texture that reduces glare and resists fingerprints. Ideal for high-end packaging, card decks, and box lids where tactile quality matters as much as visual presentation.
UV coating
UV coatings are known for their ability to resist wear, tear, and smudges, making printed materials last longer.
Gloss UV Coating
This type of coating provides a high level of sheen, making the colors on printed materials appear more vibrant and bright.
Matte UV Coating
In contrast to gloss UV coating, matte UV coating offers a non-glossy, velvet-like appearance and texture.
Spot UV Coating
This coating is applied to specific areas of the printed material, serving to highlight certain visual elements.
Spot Foil Stamp
Spot foil stamping is a printing process where a metallic foil, such as gold or silver, is applied to specific areas of a printed piece. Imagine holding an game card or business card that has certain text or designs shimmering under the light – that’s spot foil stamping at work. This technique is often used to enhance the visual appeal of printed materials, highlighting particular information or designs to make them more attractive and give off a sense of luxury and sophistication.
Hot Stamping + Holographic
Embossing + Red Hot Stamping
Cold Foil Silver Stamping
Gold Hot Stamping
Silver Hot Stamping
Green Hot Stamping
Edge Effects
The design of the edges of game cards is an important part of the overall card design. It is not only related to the appearance of the card but also closely related to the card’s rarity and collectible value. For players of card games, edge design is an important factor to consider when they collect and trade cards. Features such as metallic edges, foil stamping, and holography can enhance the overall texture and collectible value of the cards.
Blue Foil Edge
Blue Foil Edge
Red Foil Edge
Holographic Edge
Gold Foil Edge
Red Matte Edge
Holographic Effects
Holographic effects on trading cards refer to a type of finish that creates a three-dimensional, iridescent look that changes colors and patterns when viewed from different angles. This shimmering effect is achieved by embedding a special kind of film or coating on the card surface that refracts light. Holographic finishes can make cards look futuristic and eye-catching, and they are especially popular in collectible card games and other trading card products to give them a unique and premium feel.
Rare TCG
- Gloss varnish
- Plain holographic film
- UV stamping
Titan Rare TCG
- Geometric sequin holographic film
- UV stamping
- Reverse UV
Super Rare TCG
- Matte varnish
- Geometric sequin holographic film
- Reverse UV
Ultra Rare TCG
- UV stamping
- Geometric sequin holographic film
- Reverse UV
- Matte edging
Legend Gold TCG
- Golden stroking
- Geometric sequin holographic film
- Scodix Sense™
3D TCG
- PET Cardstock
- 3D grating
- UV & 3D stamping
Boxes Finish
The finishing on the card box not only enhances the aesthetic appeal and brand image but also serves a practical protective function. It strengthens durability, provides water and stain resistance, and improves visual effects among other benefits.
Spot Foil Stamp
Red Hot Stamping
Cold Foil Stamping
Spot Silver Hot Stamping
Booklet Finish
The finishing of a booklet is crucial for protecting information, enhancing user experience, and adding brand value. By wisely choosing the type of finishing, custom booklet can achieve better utility and appearance.
Hot Gold Stamping
Matte lamination
Glossy Lamination
Recommended Surface Finish Combinations
The following surface finishing is commonly recommended, but you can also choose according to your own design preferences.
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High Quality Glossy Varnish
We recommend using high-quality glossy varnish, as it enhances the tactile feel of the game cards in hand.
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Matte Lamination
Matte lamination can reduce reflections and glare, making the text and images on the instruction manual easier to read and understand under different lighting conditions.
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Matte Lamination
Choosing matte lamination can enhance the appearance quality, maintain cleanliness, reduce glare, and elevate brand image of the packaging.