Which process creates a raised texture on paper or board?

Which process creates a raised texture on paper or board?

• A. Embossing
• B. Lamination
• C. Foil Blocking
• D. Varnishing

Answer: (A)

The raised texture on paper or board is created by embossing. In embossing, a die and counter-die press into the material, pushing the fibers upward to form a relief that stands proud from the surface. This tactile height is the defining feature of embossing and can be used for logos, text, or decorative patterns, sometimes with ink or foil applied on top but still driven by the raised surface created by the process. Lamination adds a protective film on the surface, which is flat. Varnishing coats the surface with a liquid finish, also flat, and foil blocking transfers foil rather than creating height unless it’s used together with embossing.

The raised texture on paper or board is created by embossing. In embossing, a die and counter-die press into the material, pushing the fibers upward to form a relief that stands proud from the surface. This tactile height is the defining feature of embossing and can be used for logos, text, or decorative patterns, sometimes with ink or foil applied on top but still driven by the raised surface created by the process. Lamination adds a protective film on the surface, which is flat. Varnishing coats the surface with a liquid finish, also flat, and foil blocking transfers foil rather than creating height unless it’s used together with embossing.