# Spot UV Varnish on Business Cards — Glossy Accent | Craftarea

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# Spot UV Varnish on Business Cards

Short answer

Spot UV treats selected areas to create a surface contrast. Flat and raised results are different: describe the intended effect with a sample. Background treatment, mask format and reproducible detail must suit the actual production system rather than a universal line-width rule.

The central artwork task is alignment between the colour design and the varnish mask. Choose a clear logo or graphic area for the effect and preserve easy reading of the contact details. This is a selective finishing specification, not a promise that every UV process produces an embossed result.

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## Key facts

Area

Defined logo or graphic

Mask

Same dimensions and position as colour artwork

Effect

Flat or raised — specify separately

Detail

Limits established for the process and sample

## Align colour artwork and the mask

Use identical page dimensions and origin for both files. Identify treated and untreated areas and follow the agreed colour or layer naming convention. Inspect an overlay of the two to detect a moved logo or a scale mismatch. A dark shape in the colour artwork does not automatically identify the varnish area.

## Detail and registration risk

Fine rules, small counters in letters and exact colour-edge alignment need particular review. A fixed 1 mm line or 12 pt type limit is not valid for every system. If varnish closely follows tiny text, consider a simpler shape or an independent decorative accent that is less sensitive to registration.

## Background and accompanying effects

A glossy accent often contrasts clearly with a matte field, but matte lamination is not mandatory for every UV process. Check stock or film compatibility, intended height and treated sides. Adding foil can introduce separate preparation and sample requirements; it is not automatically part of the same pass.

## Spot varnish artwork specification

| Input | What to specify |
| --- | --- |
| Background | Stock or specific film |
| Effect | Flat / raised with a reference sample |
| Mask | Dimensions, alignment and naming convention |
| Detail | Finest line and type for assessment |
| Sides | Front, back or both |

## Frequently Asked Questions

Is spot UV the same as gloss lamination?

No. Lamination is a film layer; spot varnish treats selected areas. A tactile raised effect is a separate specification and is not produced in every case.

What if I have no mask?

Send the colour artwork and identify the intended areas. Mask preparation and its cost should be assessed from the source file; do not assume that work is automatically included.

Should varnish cover the QR code?

Reliable reading matters more than decoration. Reflections can affect scanning; test the finished-size sample or keep the code outside the effect.

What affects cost and timing?

Mask preparation, treated area, number of sides, other finishing and proof requirements. The final specification and production schedule determine the quote and handover.

## Related Services

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