Colour Consistency Between Materials
Colours can appear slightly different depending on the material you choose. This is completely normal in printing because each material absorbs and reflects ink in its own way. Glossy surfaces often produce richer, more vibrant colours, while matte or textured materials can look softer or lighter.
This happens across all professional printing and isn’t considered a fault.
For the most consistent results across repeat orders, always use the same material, artwork file, and colour mode.
Materials With Similar Colour Results
Materials in the same group tend to produce very similar colour tones. If colour matching matters, choose within the same group.
Group 1 – Soft / Natural Finish
- Matt Paper
- Polythene
- Textured White
- Transparent
Group 2 – Rich / Vibrant Finish
- Polypropylene
- Premium Gloss
- Glitter Paper
Group 3 – Unique Finish Characteristics
- Durable Gloss
- Textured Brown
- Textured Cream
These materials behave differently from other groups and may produce distinct colour results due to their surface tone and texture.