Scuff Resistance: Rub, Varnish, Handling
What is scuffing? Scuffing is abrasion damage to a printed surface: dull patches, burnished marks or color rubbed away where
Trapping and Rich Black: Prepress Fixes
What is trapping? Trapping is a small deliberate overlap between two adjacent colors, added so that a slight press misregistration
Ink Drying: Curing, Set-Off, Blocking
What does drying actually mean? Printed ink does not dry by evaporation alone. On absorbent board the vehicle soaks in
Plates and CTP: Types, Costs, When Needed
What is a printing plate? A plate is the physical carrier that transfers artwork onto the board during a run.
Hole Punching: Diameter, Position, Strength
First, determine what will be hung. Holes serve various purposes: suspension (for hooks), ventilation (for airflow), or threading (for handles/cords).
Rounded Corners: Radius, Die, Crease
How should rounded corners be defined? Consider the radius: small radii create a subtle curve, while larger radii offer a
