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Black Edge Announcement Cards

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Black edge announcement cards offer a sleek, modern, and bold aesthetic that adds a distinctive touch to any message. The black edges create a striking contrast against the card’s surface, making the design stand out and giving the card a more polished, sophisticated appearance. For businesses, black edge cards project a sense of professionalism, creativity, and luxury, helping to reinforce a premium brand image. These cards are perfect for making a memorable impact at corporate events, product launches, or special occasions, as their unique edge detailing subtly enhances the overall presentation while leaving a lasting impression on recipients.

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Here are the top 10 reasons companies should use black edge announcement cards:

  1. Sleek, Modern Look: Black edges give the cards a bold, contemporary appearance that aligns with minimalist and modern design trends, helping your brand stay visually relevant.
  2. Sophisticated Contrast: The black edging provides a striking contrast against the main body of the card, making the overall design stand out and feel more refined.
  3. Premium Branding: Black edge cards project an air of luxury and exclusivity, reinforcing your company's image as high-end and professional.
  4. Memorable Impact: The unique, subtle detail of black edges makes the card more distinctive and memorable, leaving a lasting impression on clients or recipients.
  5. Understated Elegance: The black edges add a touch of elegance without being overly flashy, making these cards perfect for formal events, corporate announcements, or high-profile invitations.
  6. Versatility Across Industries: Black edge cards are versatile and can be used across various industries, from tech startups to luxury brands, to make a bold design statement.
  7. Durable Finish: The black edge not only enhances the aesthetic appeal but also reinforces the card’s edges, giving the product a durable, finished feel.
  8. Creative Flexibility: Black edge cards can complement various color schemes and card designs, allowing businesses to customize the look while maintaining a professional edge.
  9. High Perceived Value: The unique design detail increases the perceived value of the card, making it more likely that recipients will appreciate and keep it.
  10. Differentiation: Using black edge cards helps differentiate your brand from competitors, as it is a less common feature that adds an element of uniqueness and sophistication to your communication.

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PDF is the preferred file format. We will also accept files formatted as AI, DOC, EPS, JPG, PNG, PSD, PUB, TIF and XLS.

Artwork Requirements
We require artworks to be in CMYK color space and have a minimum resolution of 300dpi. A 0.125" bleed from each side of artwork is required for most products. We will convert files submitted in RGB color space to CMYK before printing and minor color shiſts may occur.

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The black edge printing process is a specialized technique used to apply a black color finish to the edges of printed materials, such as business cards or announcement cards, for a bold and striking look. The process involves carefully coloring or painting the edges of the cards after they have been trimmed to their final size, creating a sleek and modern appearance.

Here’s how the black edge printing process works:

  1. Card Cutting and Stacking: First, the cards are cut to their final dimensions and stacked evenly. The edges must be smooth and uniform to ensure a consistent application of the black color.

  2. Edge Preparation: The edges are sometimes lightly sanded or smoothed to remove any roughness from the cutting process. This ensures a clean, sharp edge, which helps the color apply smoothly.

  3. Application of Black Ink or Paint: The edges are then carefully colored using black ink, paint, or dye. This can be done manually with precision tools or with specialized machines that evenly apply the black color across the entire edge of the stacked cards.

  4. Drying or Curing: After the black color is applied, the cards are left to dry or undergo a curing process to ensure the ink or paint adheres properly and doesn’t smudge. The drying time varies depending on the type of ink or paint used.

  5. Polishing or Finishing (Optional): Some processes may involve a light polishing step to ensure the edges have a smooth, uniform appearance and that the black color has a professional, clean finish.

The result is a set of cards with sleek, eye-catching black edges that add an element of sophistication and modernity to the design. This technique is often used for luxury branding, upscale announcements, and premium business communications.

 

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