SPECIFICS
FILES
Please send all artwork to size.
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Ai - All fonts outlined
PDF - All fonts outlined
EPS - All fonts outlined
PSD - 300ppi
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COLORS
All colors should be converted to PMS spot colors swatches. Only PMS Coated colors can be matched. Please review a PMS book for comparison.
We also have a list of standard UNION colors in stock that do not require PMS matches. See Reference Page.
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REMEMBER!
All artwork to size
All fonts outlined
All 'placed' images embedded
HALFTONES
Dot gain is the opening up of 1/2 tones in a screen over time and usually peaks at about 30%.
Taking into consideration dot gain and ink bleed is essential in achieving the desired % of color when printed. We suggest using increments similar to the ones listed below to make multiple shades.
• To achieve 20% differences after printing
(0% - 10% - 40% - 65% - 100%)
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• To achieve 33% differences after printing
(0% - 20% - 60% - 100%)
• To achieve 50% differences after printing
(0% - 35% - 100%)
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