Print offers solution to skyscraper’s solar rays problem
Printed film could provide a straightforward solution for the developers of a London skyscraper that has inadvertently created what has been dubbed a ‘solar death ray’.
Litho printing & Digital printing … what’s the difference?
You’ll hear us talking about various printing methods over time.. today we’re going to talk about the two types we use daily, digital & lithographic and why you’re best using either for your print projects.
Rosettes in Print – not just for winners!
In four colour printing, images are all made up of halftone dots – one for each of the colours (CMYK). It occurs when 3 or more are all overlaid at angles to create what you can see close up, as a moire pattern, or rosette. Below you can see this represented by Wikipedia with multiple […]
The Proof… is in the file
We had some queries on proofing this week and as such I thought I’d clarify the different types of proof out there and the impact they have on cost or your job.
Creasing… It’s So Cr’easy’!
If you’ve ever been with me in a room whilst critiquing a piece of print that someone’s had done then no doubt one of the issues you will have seen me pick up on would be the fold of an item!
Colour Bars, Registration & Trim – What do they mean?
If you’ve ever seen an imposed sheet or a file ready for printing – you will have noticed a few marks in the white space around it. These marks are generally used on the larger sheet that we print on – not on individual files (apart from trim marks). So.. what do they all mean?
I’m sure the fireman would love it in the pink castle!
Tuesday 7th October is Techies Day – so to celebrate, we’re going to talk about the technology that’s being integrated within print media, especially the Web-to-Print market.
9 Print Mistakes & How to Avoid Them
Yes, you can avoid those little print mistakes! See for yourself before it’s too late! http://bit.ly/185OEuJ
Print still performs many roles that online cannot
You can read a magazine online or a book on a mobile device, but you can’t use a website to decorate a lorry or package an LP, so many B2B print applications are unlikely to be filched by the internet.
Digital Emboss
Digital Embossing Digital Embossing is the new sensation. This fantastic innovation makes print positively three dimensional. From today ‘ordinary printing will simply leave you feeling rather flat. Digital Embossing will make your message infinitely more compelling. It will make your printing no longer just a visual but also a sensual experience.
