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Imported Coloured Card

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Imported coloured card stock from Printing Banana comes in eight solid colours. Its solid colour is more striking than large printed colour areas and pairs well with simple designs, one-colour printing, hot foil stamping, debossing or embossing.

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HK$ 156.00

Imported Coloured Card | Six Solid-Colour Stocks • 270gsm / 540gsm

Want a background colour that is instantly memorable? Use the colour of the card stock itself as the background, paired with one-colour printing / hot foil stamping / silver ink / a white ink underbase. The result is cleaner, sharper and more refined (especially suitable for branded name cards / brand identity cards).

Quick Selection Product Features Foiling Tips 270 vs 540 Common Sizes Pre-press Guide FAQ
6 colours solid-colour card stock (the paper colour becomes the design background) 270gsm / 540gsm two thicknesses Recommended: hot foil stamping / silver ink / white ink Large areas of black / white foil: know the pitfalls for a more reliable result
Quick Selection (Decide in 30 Seconds)

1Business Name Cards | Clean and Sharp, with Colour as the Background

Recommended: coloured card + one-colour printing (black / white) or hot foil stamping. More negative space creates a more premium look.

2Colour-Coded Departments | Instantly Distinctive and Memorable

Recommended: use the same layout in 2–3 paper colours so clients can immediately distinguish departments / roles when they pick up the cards.

3Premium Finish | Hot Foil Stamping + Embossing (Sophisticated, Not Fussy)

Recommended: hot foil stamp the logo/name or print it in silver ink, then add embossing/debossing. Fewer words create greater impact.

Product Features
✅ Uses
  • Corporate name cards / membership cards / event invitation cards
  • Brand identity cards (large areas show off the base colour best)
  • Departmental colour coding / versions for different positions (more memorable)
✅ Material
  • Imported coloured card stock (rich paper colour and a refined feel)
  • 270gsm: lightweight and easy to hand out; 540gsm: thicker and more substantial
  • Slight batch-to-batch variations in paper colour are normal (each batch may differ slightly)
✅ Recommended Finishes
  • Gold / silver foil stamping: the most reliable way to create a premium feel
  • White ink: essential for clear results on dark card (can be used as an underbase)
  • Embossing / debossing: particularly effective on logos and names
Would you like me to help choose a paper colour and finishing combination?
Send your logo / preferred look (minimalist / stylish / vintage) and I will suggest 2–3 approaches.
WhatsApp / Quotation Support
Gold / White / Black Foil Stamping: How Can You Reduce the Risk of Foil Lifting?
✅ Common Issues
  • Incomplete foil coverage / base colour showing through: dark backgrounds, paper texture or uneven pressure can make defects more apparent
  • "Foil flaking" appearance: usually caused by uneven adhesion (especially over large areas)
  • Dark background + large areas of black / white foil: the combination most prone to uneven results
✅ Most Reliable Approach
  • Use foil stamping on logos / headings / key text (small to medium areas look best)
  • For a metallic effect over a large area, consider gold or silver ink printing (more even)
  • For clarity on dark paper, first use white ink / a white ink underbase before printing
✅ Design Tips
  • Prepare foil artwork as solid-colour vectors; do not use gradients/shadows
  • Avoid lines or small text that are too fine (to prevent breaks)
  • For large solid areas of foil, send us your artwork via WhatsApp first so we can identify pitfalls early

Note: Foil stamping is possible, but unevenness is most noticeable when "large areas + a dark background + paper texture" occur together. Plan around these pitfalls at the design stage for the best result.

Would you like black foil, white foil or a large metallic effect?
Send via WhatsApp: the paper colour + the area to be foiled (approximate percentage) + a reference for the desired effect, and I will recommend the most reliable approach.
WhatsApp / Quotation Support
270gsm vs 540gsm (How to Choose with Confidence)
Option Suitable If You... Common Uses
270gsm coloured card
Lightweight and easy to hand out		 You want the feel of coloured card while keeping costs down; it offers better value for large distributions and events. Event name cards / trade-show handouts / short-term promotional cards
540gsm coloured card
Thicker and more substantial		 You want it to feel premium as soon as someone picks it up; the thicker stock is more rigid (while retaining the natural flexibility of paper). Brand name cards / VIP card feel / premium brand identity cards

Tip: Colour printing on dark paper is affected by the base colour. For accurate colour reproduction, add a white ink underbase (print white first, then apply colour).

Common Sizes (Quick Reference)
90×54mm (standard name card) Custom sizes available (to suit your design) Recommended: keep important text ≥3mm from the edge
For something more distinctive—rounded corners / polygonal shapes / extra-thick bonded stock—tell us the intended use via WhatsApp and I will recommend the best approach.
Pre-press Guide (Five Key Points)
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Paper batch colour variation: Slight differences in paper colour between batches are normal (usually not dramatic).
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Watch for very different sides: If one side is very dark and the other very light, a heavy ink load on the dark side may show through on the other side.
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Avoid direct colour printing on dark paper: The base colour will affect it; for colour printing, add a white ink underbase before applying colour.
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Keep the design uncluttered: The card's base colour is striking, so simple layouts, large type and generous negative space often look more premium.
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For a reliable result: Before a large run, produce a proof / small test run to ensure the paper colour and finishing meet expectations.
FAQ
Q: How should I choose between 270gsm and 540gsm?
For large distributions / trade shows, 270gsm is more than adequate; for a more noticeable premium feel and a more substantial card, choose 540gsm.
Q: Can coloured card be printed in four colours (full colour)?
Yes, but the paper colour will affect the result (especially darker colours). For accurate colour reproduction, add a white ink underbase: print white first, then apply colour.
Q: How can I print clearly on dark paper?
The most reliable options are white ink / gold foil stamping / silver ink. Avoid text that is too fine (especially tiny type); sufficient contrast will ensure a clear result.
Q: Can I combine hot foil stamping and embossing?
Yes. It is one of the most effective combinations on coloured card: gold / silver foil stamping + embossing (on the logo/name) creates a very premium feel.
Q: Can large areas be stamped in black / white foil?
It is possible, but it is one of the combinations most prone to incomplete coverage / the base colour showing through / unevenness. We usually recommend: gold or silver ink printing, or reducing foil stamping to key areas such as the logo / heading, for a more reliable result.
Q: Will the paper colour be exactly the same in every batch?
Imported coloured card can vary slightly between batches (a normal part of paper manufacturing). If you need a highly consistent colour over time, reserve enough paper from one batch for the entire run or tell us your requirements in advance.
Would you like me to help choose a colour and recommend an approach?
WhatsApp me: preferred paper colour + desired style (stylish / premium / cute / minimalist) + whether you want foil stamping / white ink.
WhatsApp / Quotation Support
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