Raised Spot UV Greeting Card Printing

Raised spot UV greeting card printing adds a clear, dimensional gloss that you can see and feel. By applying a raised, high-gloss coating to specific design elements, this premium finish creates contrast against matte or soft-touch backgrounds. The result is a modern, tactile greeting card that feels refined, intentional, and visually striking without relying on metallic shine.

What Is Raised Spot UV?

Raised spot UV is a finishing process where a thick, transparent UV coating is applied selectively to chosen areas of the design. Unlike standard spot UV, raised spot UV builds height, creating a textured surface that sits above the paper. This allows logos, typography, patterns, or illustrations to stand out through gloss and dimension while maintaining a clean, contemporary look.

Best Uses for Raised Spot UV Greeting Cards

Raised spot UV greeting card printing is ideal for designs that benefit from subtle luxury and tactile contrast rather than metallic effects. It works especially well with modern, minimalist, and typography-driven layouts.

Holiday and seasonal greeting cards
Thank you cards and appreciation notes
Wedding, engagement, and anniversary cards
Modern birthday and milestone cards
Corporate greeting cards and client appreciation pieces
Brand and boutique greeting cards
VIP event cards and premium invitations
Limited-edition or collectible greeting cards

Popular Sizes and Formats

Raised spot UV greeting cards can be printed flat or folded. Folded cards are especially popular, as the raised gloss creates an immediate visual and tactile moment on the exterior.

A2 (4.25" x 5.5") – standard greeting card size
A6 (4.5" x 6.25")
5" x 7" – premium greeting card format
Square sizes (5" x 5", 6" x 6")
Long formats (4" x 9")
Custom sizes available upon request

Folding Options

Half fold (portrait or landscape)
Top fold
Side fold
Flat (non-folded) cards

Design and Artwork Considerations

Raised spot UV is most effective when used strategically. Clean layouts and intentional contrast allow the gloss to shine without overpowering the design.

Best applied to logos, names, typography, or patterns
Works exceptionally well on dark or matte backgrounds
Fine detail should meet minimum thickness requirements
Large raised UV areas create bold impact but require balance
Matte or soft-touch stocks provide the strongest contrast

Printing Options

Full-color (CMYK) printing with raised spot UV accents
Single-color printing with raised spot UV highlights
Double-sided printing
Interior printing for messages or personalization

Paper Stocks That Pair Well with Raised Spot UV

Raised spot UV performs best on coated or laminated stocks that create contrast between matte and gloss finishes.

Silk matte cardstock
Soft-touch or suede stocks
Gloss laminated cardstock
Extra-thick premium cardstocks

Additional Finishes and Enhancements

Raised spot UV greeting cards can be combined with other finishes for layered sophistication.

Foil stamping for metallic contrast
Embossing or debossing for added texture
Rounded corners for a clean, modern edge
Painted edges for a premium finishing detail
Die-cut shapes for custom silhouettes

Envelopes and Mailing Options

Raised spot UV greeting cards are typically paired with high-quality envelopes to complete the presentation.

Standard envelopes matched to card size
Thick or colored envelopes
Printed return addresses
Recipient address printing
Blank envelopes for handwritten personalization

Why Choose Raised Spot UV Greeting Card Printing?

Raised spot UV greeting cards deliver luxury through contrast rather than color or metallic shine. The dimensional gloss adds depth, draws attention, and invites touch while maintaining a clean, modern aesthetic. For greeting cards that need to feel contemporary, tactile, and premium, raised spot UV printing is a powerful finishing choice.

When you want a greeting card that stands out through texture and gloss, raised spot UV delivers refined, high-impact results.