Spot Gloss UV
Spot gloss UV highlights specific areas of your design by adding a glossy shine only where needed. This selective gloss effect draws attention to logos, patterns or key artwork elements, giving your packaging a high-end, premium look.
Benefits
• Adds contrast between matte and gloss areas
• Ideal for emphasizing artwork
• Creates a premium visual impact
Best Used With
Spot Gloss UV Overview
Spot gloss UV is a selective finishing technique used to highlight specific areas of a printed surface with a high-gloss effect. By applying UV coating only to targeted design elements, this finish creates striking contrast against matte or uncoated backgrounds.
It is commonly used to emphasize logos, patterns, text, and key branding elements for a bold, eye-catching presentation.
Key Features of Spot Gloss UV
- High-gloss finish on selected areas only
- Creates strong contrast and visual depth
- Enhances branding and focal elements
- Instant curing for durable protection
- Works best with matte or soft-touch bases
- Adds a premium, dimensional effect
- Ideal for logos, text, and design highlights
How the Spot Gloss UV Process Works
After printing, UV coating is applied selectively using a precision coating plate or digital mask. The coated areas are then instantly cured using ultraviolet light, resulting in a raised, glossy finish.
This process allows for precise control and sharp detailing, creating impactful visual contrast without affecting the rest of the surface.
Surface Finish Selections
Gloss
Adds a smooth, reflective finish that brings focus to selected design areas. Gloss coating enhances visual clarity and creates eye-catching highlights that help key elements stand out on the packaging surface.
Matte
Delivers a soft, low-sheen finish that balances contrast and depth. Matte coating reduces reflection while strengthening color intensity, offering a refined backdrop that complements highlighted design features.