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Logo techniques.
There are four ways to put a logo on leather, and which one reads best depends on the leather colour. You can see all four on a sample.
Hot deboss (blind emboss)
A heated metal die is pressed into the leather, leaving the logo as a colourless relief. The most restrained and most permanent method; it does not disappear as the leather wears.
- Best on: lighter and matte leathers
- Weak on: very dark leather, where the shadow is hard to read
- Die cost: one time only
Gold and silver foil
Metallic foil is transferred into the leather along with the deboss die. Contrast is very high on dark leather; it is the most requested method on navy and black.
- Best on: navy, black and burgundy leather
- Weak on: light leather, where it can read too bright
- Colours: gold, silver, copper, matte black
Laser-cut metal emblem
The logo is cut as a separate metal piece and mounted onto the leather. It stands three dimensional; this is our standard method on protocol and award work.
- Best on: emblems and insignia with fine detail
- Timing: five extra working days for die and cutting
- Finishes: gold, silver, antique brass
Screen printing
Used for multi-colour brand marks. Deboss and foil give a single colour, while screen printing carries the full brand palette; it is preferred on retail packaging.
- Best on: multi-colour brand marks
- Weak on: heavy daily handling, where it can abrade
- Suits: packaging, bags, retail
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