Underprinting
Underprinting refers to the technique of printing one colour beneath another within a print job.
This practice is commonly employed to enhance the vibrancy and contrast of the top layer colour, particularly when the top ink layer is not completely opaque.
By managing the underprint process correctly, it's possible to maintain colour accuracy and add depth to a printed piece.
Notably, underprint is especially important when printing on coloured or non-white substrates so that the colour of the material does not show through the ink.
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