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14 Standard Ink Colors

Choose from our standard ink colors for lowest pricing or select PANTONE® Ink Matching if you’re looking for a particular color.

PANTONE Ink

For the closest match, use the coated (c) section of the PANTONE Color Formula Guide for regular thermography and the uncoated (u) section for LaserProof thermography or flat.

Standard Ink Combinations

We print these ink combinations so frequently that we’re passing on the savings to you.

Black + Any Standard Ink Color
Blue + Black, Brown, Gold, Gray, or Red
Brown + Black, Blue, or Orange
Gray + Black, Blue, or Maroon
Red + Black, Blue, or Green

Color Variations

These translucent inks will vary in color under certain conditions. Color is subjective and many things affect the way each person sees the color including:

• Color of stock
• Flat and regular or LaserProof thermography printing
• Size and weight of type
• Lighting conditions
• Ink coverage

Screens

Expert tips when applying screens to your artwork on spot color products:

• Flat printed screens produce better results than thermographed screens.
• High percentage screen values tend to fill in when thermographed.
• Low percentage screen values may not appear thermographed.
• We recommend a flat printed screen of 10% or higher.
• We recommend a 40% screen or higher for yellow or gold ink.