Letterpress

The letterpress process is a noble, now rare craft. "Embossed printing" is a similar term that describes pretty well what we actually do: we emboss the desired motif onto the paper using a cliché. Although paper is not the right word: cardboard with a weight of 600g per square meter is probably a better description. The maximum format is DIN A6, i.e. "postcard format" (10.5 x 14.8 cm).

Letterpress with a maximum of two colors

In the first step, we develop the cliché for one side of the print (see also our video on this website or simply click here to watch the letterpress video). We then clamp the cliché and start the printing process, usually with black ink. A new cliché must then be developed for the reverse side and the cardboard must be precisely aligned with the front side. A second color is possible, but is very time-consuming. However, we only offer three or more colors in absolutely exceptional cases because it is technically difficult to "hit" all positions exactly. In principle it is possible on request.

The letterpress process not only differs from the nostalgic, romantic aura that this old technique has. The look and feel of the printed products also differ strikingly from modern business cards, such as those that can be produced using digital printing. Letterpress creates a tactile and visible relief that is pressed inwards (the reverse principle of relief printing, so to speak). Of course, the much thicker material can also be felt: instead of thin cardboard made from 300g paper, for example, we use 600g/sqm cardboard as described above. The color cut on the side gives the business card an elegant, colorful and eye-catching touch if desired.

What does the letterpress process cost?

How much does a car cost? There is no general answer to this question. It depends on which material you choose (there are different colored boxes), whether it will be a single-color or multi-color print, how many pieces you want, etc. So there are always many questions to clarify in advance. Simply contact us at any time and we will make you an individual offer.