Hot foiling is widely used in printing and packaging – any time you see an eye-catching product box or container it’s probably because of the metallic finish that has been applied via hot foiling. This simple process can make anything printed stand out and is especially popular at this time of year. If you’ve considered hot foiling but never actually tried it out these are some of the advantages it can have.
- It’s a cost-effective way to make your product stand out. Yes, hot foiling often looks expensive and luxurious but it’s actually very easy to use hot foiling whatever your budget. The impact it can have is to lift the look of any product and ensure that it’s your packaging that attracts the attention of consumers and really stands out on the shelf.
- Create a memorable first impression. The competition to reach consumers is intense today, especially if you’re operating in a market that is already saturated. Hot foiling gives you a tool to create a distinctive aesthetic and to ensure that you make a memorable first impression on anyone who comes across your product – increasing the chances that you’ll convert a long-term loyal customer.
- Hot foiling boosts sales. There are two reasons for this – the first is because it has such a positive impact on visibility so it’s much more likely to be the product that first attracts the attention of customers. Secondly, it also has a very tangible quality to it that stimulates the urge to touch and feel the product so consumers will actually pick it up. This physical engagement can have a lot to do with actually making the sale.
- It can be a smart strategic decision. Hot foiling creates a rich, metallic finish that conveys a sense of high end luxury. If you have a product that sits in the premium bracket then it’s going to be essential to find a way to convey this via the packaging that you opt for. Hot foiling is an effective way to get the message across that this is a premium product that is worth paying more for.
- A mark of quality and authenticity. Hot foiling isn’t just about decoration. You can also use it to provide a mark of quality assurance and a way of helping to guard against counterfeits and fraud.
- It’s a very simple process. Hot foiling can produce some incredible results and so it’s often assumed that it’s a detailed and complex process that involves a lot of expense and sophisticated skills. The reality is that hot foiling is simple – if you have the right designs and well made kit then producing the beautiful and eye-catching aesthetics that you want for your business is actually very simple – and fast – to do.
Hot foiling is a smart way to make your product stand out on the shelf, to build trust or to convey the kind of credibility that can justify a premium pricing approach. It’s a great investment for any business looking to ensure its products really shine.