How do I create a spot colour?

Create an additional colour swatch in the design program and assign the colour to the design elements in question unless otherwise specified. 

  • Swatch Name: This field should contain the name of the selected Pantone or HKS spot colour.
  • Color Type: Spot
  • Color Value: Any

Different paper types and have different properties. Recycled papers tend to have a greyish/yellowish tint, whereas offset papers or art papers can have a white or bluish appearance. Order our paper sample book to experience the different paper types, paper weights and finishes up close to help you determine which substrate best suits your needs.

We will convert spot colours to CMYK if

  • the product was ordered without spot colours or
  • if spot colours are not available for the product ordered.

Please also note the information under "Data info" on the product pages in our online shop.

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