Artwork Help

Is white considered a printing color?

Yes white is considered a color. Why do you need the white ink layer? 

You need the white layer anytime you are printing clear or metallic labels. Custom labels that use metallic, or clear will need a white layer. 

How do I get an exact color match for labels?

This can be done two ways, With a press match, or by using Pantone colors.

A press proof match is when a label company prints your labels to match the sample you provided.  

Do you need your custom labels to be an exact color? Tell your label printer you want a press match to your current label colors. Another option is to use pantone colors. Pantone colors ensure that your color is the same on labels, packaging, boxes and any other printed packaging materials. 

In the print-world, the way you create and save your logo, custom label design or other artwork is everything.

So if you think that a) CMYK is some strange texting lingo, b) you have to stab your artwork to get it to "bleed properly", or c) a rasterized image is picture of Bob Marley and the Lion of Judah, then this is the guide for you.

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