Description
Spot Varnish Business Cards
Spot Varnish Business Cards are elegant, minimal, and unmistakably premium. This finish combines a smooth matte base with strategically placed gloss highlights that enhance your design without overpowering it. It’s a perfect choice for professionals who prefer subtle sophistication over flash—ideal for logos, monograms, and key text that deserves a tasteful spotlight.
If you want a similar look with a more common industry name, our spot UV business cards deliver the same idea of selective gloss contrast. If you want even more dimensional impact, explore raised spot UV business cards, which add a tactile 3D gloss layer you can feel.
What Is Spot Varnish?
Spot varnish is a selective glossy coating applied to specific areas of your artwork. Instead of coating the entire card, the varnish is placed only where you want emphasis—creating contrast against the matte background and guiding the eye to the most important parts of your design.
Key Features
- Refined Gloss Accents: Gloss is applied with precision to highlight specific design elements.
- Matte Cardstock Base: A silky matte feel creates clean contrast and a premium touch.
- Customizable Options: Single or double-sided printing, custom sizes, and premium upgrades.
- Durable Finish: Spot varnish is moisture-resistant and built to last under normal professional use.
Why Choose Spot Varnish Business Cards?
- Minimalist Aesthetic: Ideal for clean, uncluttered designs that still feel elevated.
- Premium Feel: Tactile contrast and heavyweight stocks communicate professionalism.
- Balanced Shine: Controlled gloss adds refinement without looking loud.
- Consistent Branding: Great for designers, consultants, and creative professionals.
If you’re deciding between finishes, consider these premium alternatives: for metallic shine, explore foil stamped business cards. For raised texture without gloss, our embossed business cards are a strong option. If you want shape to do the talking, look at die cut business cards.
Artwork & File Setup
To indicate where varnish should appear, please include a separate black-and-white mask file. Use 100% black (C=0, M=0, Y=0, K=100) to mark varnish areas for clean placement and crisp edges.
We recommend high-resolution PDF files with outlined fonts. We also accept AI, PSD, TIFF, EPS, and high-quality JPG/JPEG files. Artwork should be at least 300 DPI and built in CMYK color mode for accurate print results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get custom sizes or card stock?
Yes. We offer various sizes and premium paper options. Email Sales@printshaQ.com for a quote.
Do I need a mask file?
Yes. A separate black-and-white mask file is required to indicate where the varnish should be applied.
Can I see a proof?
Yes. Digital proofs are available upon request before printing.
Explore More Premium Business Card Options
- Spot UV Business Cards
- Raised Spot UV Business Cards
- Foil Stamped Business Cards
- Embossed Business Cards
- Die Cut Business Cards
- Custom Business Cards
Need help with setup? Our design team is ready to assist with file prep, proofing, and custom requests. Make a lasting impression with Spot Varnish Business Cards from printshaQ.
