UV Printing Guide 2: Special Finishes for Premium Printing
UV Refraction Coating
In designated areas, a special UV varnish is applied. After curing, the coating creates visible refraction changes under different viewing angles, producing shimmering, high-gloss, or 3D refractive effects. Commonly used to enhance visual appeal and premium feel.
Features
Produces clear refractive and reflective effects depending on angle changes;
Enhances visual depth and layering with strong impact;
Widely used for premium packaging design to enhance luxury;
Suitable for highlighting specific areas to avoid overwhelming the overall design.
Typical Applications
Wine boxes, perfume and cosmetic packaging, high-end gift boxes, premium publication covers.
UV Rainbow / UV Holographic Coating
By adding special pigments or laser (holographic) particles to the UV varnish, the cured surface displays a rainbow-like multicolor reflective effect, creating a holographic visual look with extremely strong eye-catching appeal.
Features
Strong color-shifting and glossy visual effects;
Metallic gloss with rich layers;
Enhances brand recognition and premium perception;
Suitable for creating eye-catching decorative finishes.
Typical Applications
Premium gift boxes, luxury product packaging, high-end cosmetic boxes, art prints, boutique stationery.
UV Matte / Frosted Texture Finishing
By adding frosted particles into the UV varnish, the cured surface develops a matte, grainy texture with anti-slip, anti-fingerprint, and soft-reflection properties. This tactile finishing technique is widely used in many high-end products.
Features
Matte sand-grain texture, delicate and smooth to the touch;
Natural anti-slip and anti-fingerprint performance;
Soft sheen with a non-reflective appearance;
Compatible with transparent materials to create a frosted-glass effect.
Typical Applications
Cosmetic packaging, transparent acrylic materials, glass products, gift boxes, premium printed items.
UV Embossing / UV Raised Varnish
By applying multiple layers of UV varnish or CMYK ink, the printed area builds up into a visibly raised, three-dimensional effect, commonly known as “UV embossing.”
Features
Raised and tactile surface effects, strong visual impact;
Ideal for highlighting logos, titles, or detailed graphic elements;
Adjustable thickness for fine or pronounced embossing;
Enhances layering and premium feel;
Highly flexible, allowing either localized raised areas or full-surface buildup.
Typical Applications
Certificates, promotional prints, brand LOGO, name cards, 3D artworks, leather crafts, decorative packaging.
UV Cylindrical Printing
Using rotating fixtures (such as Kebab), UV printers achieve full-surface printing on cylindrical or curved objects.
Features
360° seamless printing for complete surface coverage;
Supports bottles, tubes, and other curved objects;
Vivid color reproduction and strong adhesion;
Ideal for small batches and personalized customization;
Meets premium packaging and branding needs.
Typical Applications
Water bottles, wine bottles, cosmetic containers, thermos flasks, cylindrical crafts, cultural gifts.

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