Selection of different Colour’s and Types of Foil used to Foil Block the Cases at Bookbinding by Crawfords
14th June 2024
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Foil blocking is a decorative printing technique that applies metallic or pigmented foil to a surface using heat, pressure, or adhesive. The technique is used to give a visually striking finish to bound items.
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