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Painted Edges

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Painted edges, also known as gilded edges or edge painting is the process of applying pantone ink(s) to the side(s) of Taste of Ink Cotton or Silk Cards. Since Cotton Cards are extremely thick (42 pt), the sides have canvas space for the ink to show a true visability. Both of the cards below use the same ink color for both the gilded edges and the content of the business card.

Guilded Edges Business Cards

Since gilded edges uses pantone inks, any color can be applied to the printing. Pantone inks provide an exact color to match a company brand (color pallete). Gilded edges are now available by email request or though Taste of Ink's Client Care at 877.98.TASTE [82783].

Painted Edges - Letterpress Business Cards

Silk Business Cards have the option of a 16pt thick card and a ultra thick 32pt layer card. Both edge surfaces are perfectly suited for showcasing painted edges and grabing the attention of your prospective clients.

Silk 16pt Business Card with Painted Edges and Foil