Business Card Finishes and Custom Options
The right finish can change how a business card looks and feels, helping your design stand out while still reflecting your brand. Whether you prefer something understated or want a more eye-catching result, there are plenty of ways to customise your cards.
For a classic, professional look, matt and gloss finishes offer two distinct effects. Matt creates a smooth, refined appearance, while gloss can make colours appear brighter and more vibrant. Soft-touch and metallic finishes provide further options when you want something with a little more impact.
If you want certain details to catch the eye, Spot UV and foil blocking can be applied to selected areas of your design. Spot UV adds a glossy coating to details such as your logo, while foil stamping creates a metallic finish that can work particularly well on luxury business cards.
There are also ways to change the shape and feel of your cards. Embossing can give selected details extra texture, while die cutting allows for more unusual shapes. Edge colouring and rounded corners can add a subtle finishing touch without changing the overall design too dramatically.
We recommend checking a proof before a full print run, particularly for designs featuring detailed artwork or special finishes. This gives you a chance to catch colour mismatches or alignment issues before production begins.