SPECIALISED PRINTING SERVICES
Create curiosity & maximise impact with innovative designs, from luxurious quality to unusual & quirky materials, utilising specialist printing techniques and finishes.
Paper, Card, Leather, Plastic, Wood, Metal, Glass & Fabrics
INCA’s over 25 year reputation for excellence has been earned from consistently delivering quality resultsarise from fusing our meticulous attention to detail and sophisticated bespoke designs with high quality results, no matter how simple or complex your job.
Our friendly and experienced team, will guide you from understanding your initial brief to mock ups to the finished job, all to help create maximum impact for your budget and delivery schedule. When great design and superb printing come together, the results can be fantastic!
We work very closely with our clients from the early stages of a project to really define their vision and goals. We can utilise either our in-house designers or commission freelance design, as well as calling upon trusted artists, calligraphers or packaging engineers, all working together towards one common goal, a very happy client and project success.
Printing
When having most bespoke printing processes in-house, it gives us the ability to use these individually or as a combination to produce the best possible results to suit the design and brief. Not only this, but we also provide a wide range of machine finishing and hand assembly processes too, this enables us to have total control over all areas of production and quality. For more complex projects this is especially crucial to make sure all elements are working together seamlessly, to the right quality and delivery schedule.
Quality
Our extensive experience in the luxury printing sector has raised our own exacting standards and attention to detail. We are determined to surpass the standards of our clients, to honour and be worthy of their brand standards. We believe that when something has been made with care and attention to detail, then it will give the user a wonderful experience with an emotional connection to the piece, which is the ultimate aim for luxury personalised packaging, stationery and invitations.
Service
We pride ourselves on our customer service and believe that we should demand and surpass our client’s expectations for service as the norm. We make our client’s challenges our challenges and see every project through so a successful result is achieved for all involved.
SPECIALISED PRINTING SERVICES
FOIL BLOCKING
To get the gold or silver stamp, a foil layer is affixed to the material by a heat transfer process. The hot foil stamping produces stunning results, especially when metallic or unusual foils are pressed into card stock to create a striking look with a gentle impression.
Thermography
Thermography produces raised printing for an elegant effect. In thermography, resin powder is applied to wet ink and then heat fused to create raised text that has a slight sheen.
EMBOSSING & DEBOSSING
These similar processes can create very different results. Essentially, both processes involve making a metal plate and a counter; the plate is mounted on a press and the paper is stamped between the plate and counter. This force of pressure pushes the stock into the plate, creating the impression. Embossing produces a raised impression on your paper stock, while debossing creates a depressed impression.
BLIND Embossing & Debossing
Simply by creating a three dimensional impression on the sheet with the use of a die and the absence of ink, blind embossing creates a visual and tactile appearance that is particularly effective with bold outlined artwork. A de-bossing effect can also be achieved.
PLATE SINKING
Plate Sinking is an embossing or debossing technique in which an area of the card is either ‘raised’ or ‘sunk’ in so that it sits higher or lower than the rest of the card creating a frame within the design.
COATINGS
Lamination Techniques
Lamination can be a liquid that dries to a tough gloss or dull surface, or it can be a film. Both adhere to the surface to protect it and give it either a soft sheen or a muted matt effect Therefore the resulting effect could be glossy, dull, or even satin.
Silk Lamination
Silk lamination provides a soft, silk-like finish, is water-resistant and tear-resistant, and complements vibrant colours. Designs traditionally printed in full-colour with an additional step taken to get a unique textured coating with a durable, weather-resistant, silk laminate finish; adding a clear glossy, matte, satin, or neutral finish.
Varnish
A varnish is a liquid coating applied to a printed surface to add either a clear glossy, matt, satin, or neutral finish:
Gloss Varnishing A gloss varnish gives the printed surface a glossy, sheen look.
Matte Varnishing A matte varnish gives the printed surface a non-glossy, smooth look.
Silk or Satin Varnishing A satin varnish gives the printed surface a neither a high gloss or matte, but the middle ground.
UV Varnishing Ultraviolet (UV) varnishing is a process for achieving an even more striking type of coating on your printed material. Either an all over UV seal applied all over the printed surface for a full effect or a spot varnish is applied to chosen areas of a printed piece. This has the effect of highlighting that part of the design or creating a 3D effect.
CUTTING
Die Cut
Die cut involves cutting irregular shapes in paper or paperboard using a die. A die can be used in printing for cutting. This technique can also be utilised for cutting to hold business cards or tickets or clever design can create innovate shapes or windows to embellish a piece. Also useful when scoring for a clean fold with thicker paper or card stock.
Dies are normally custom made. Some standard dies are available if you don’t need a custom template and may help reduce the cost of printing a special piece.
LASER CUTTING
Using a laser rather than a knife to cut the card gives a higher degree of precision therefore more detail can be achieved than using a more conventional die cutting process. Intricate and elaborate designs can really enhance a distinctive design.
LITHOGRAPHY
The traditional high quality offset process of flat printing works well in combination with most other printing processes. Pantone colours can be used for accurate spot colour matching. Process colours can be used for long full colour printing runs.
DIGITAL PRINTING
Vibrant and smooth to the touch, a flat printed and most versatile process for quick colour printing which is inexpensive and perfect for short runs.
LETTERPRESS
Centuries old, the letterpress process produces an imprinted or de-bossed impression on the card using a surface with raised letters that are inked and pressed to the surface of the printing substrate to reproduce an image in reverse.
Thick and soft cotton style papers and card highlight the letterpress technique.
Silk Screening
Silk Screening is a printing technique that uses a woven mesh to support an ink-blocking stencil. The attached stencil forms open areas of mesh that allows ink to transfer onto the chosen material.
An unrivalled selection of paper & card;
Weights
Textures
Colours
DUPLEXING
Duplexing is when two or more sheets are bonded together. This process can be used to stick different materials/stocks/colours together to create card of any weight or even to cover up the impression on the reverse of a stamped card.
GILT & COLOURED EDGING
The specialised art of applying a gilt or coloured edge to a card, especially when bevelled, gives a perfect finishing touch to a prestigious design.
Hardback Casebooks
Visitor’s Guest Books
Photo Albums
Presentations
Bespoke Envelopes
Folders
Information Packs
Invitations
Announcements
Certificates
Menus & Place Cards
Labels & Stickers
Festive, Greetings & Thank You Cards
Notepads
Stationery
Letterheads
Newsletters
direct mailers
Reports
Leaflets & Flyers
Posters
Brochures
Sales Literature
Invoices
Documents
Calendars
Gift Vouchers
Packaging
Interior & Exterior Signage
Banners & Flags
Uniforms & garments
Vehicles
Inns of Distinction
"Always ready to help with last minute advertising deadlines, INCA Design have a great grasp on our ‘style’ and ‘quality' since designing our branding for our multiple venues - Inns of Distinction. They have produced everything from printed loyalty cards to the integrated digital design for all of our venues’ websites. No challenge is too difficult for our multi requirements.
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Martin Bullock – Owner & Director
Rekan Limited
"Being a local company we wanted to stay local, our website had become outdated and cumbersome and needed freshening up, thankfully INCA were on hand to assist. Kris and Simon were both personable and professional throughout and more importantly, helped us through the website ‘techy’ jargon, translating it into our language. Both the price and timeline quoted at the beginning was the price we paid at the end and delivered on time. We continue to use INCA Design to update our website and use them as our preferred and go-to marketing team. Thank you both."
Nick Riley, Rekan Limited.
Inns of Distinction
"Inns of Distinction have used Inca Design for over 4 years for our design and website hosting. Simon and Kris have always taken a personal interest in our company, so from day one of our relationship, Inca have instinctively understood our ethos and style and have handled or varied needs effortlessly. From fully redesigning our websites, designing numerous banners, events tickets and on table advertising solutions, to designing vehicle wraps, every item is curated with thought, flair and precision. The responsiveness of their service is superb with tight deadlines being consistently meet without fuss or delay. We hope to continue our relationship for many more fruitful years and would heartily recommend Inca to anyone looking for design solutions."
Phil Gilbraith
Mr. Whitehead's Cider Company Ltd.
"INCA were very professional and accommodating. From the moment of inception to the site going “live” they went above and beyond and were instrumental in finally getting a webshop up and running, which proved to be vital in Covid lockdowns. Their ongoing support is great too and we would recommend INCA to all businesses big or small as they are professional and flexible."
Laura Hilson-Pater
Short Film Fund
"Using Inca was the best branding decision we made during the early stages of our Start-Up. Kris and Simon's intuitive understanding of what would be necessary in terms of Branding, Logos, web presence etc meant that we had all the relevant assets in place quickly and of such a high standard that I will always be returning to them when needing digital and graphic work. I should also mention that a very brief session discussing a patent I was working on resulted in some of the best technical graphics I've seen that were used in countless presentations. Kris is the person you want in your corner when your project is critical to you. Her experience and professionalism will make her an integral part of your team. Don't take my word for it - contact her with any branding or web issue that has been bugging you and see for yourself.
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Charles Kay - Grant Director at Short Film Fund
Barratt Homes
"I found INCA professional, friendly and very flexible especially when it came to changes in direction in the briefs provided to them and the usual 'I need these last week' time frames given. We have been very satisfied with the end product every time."
Katherine Childs
Pimp My Paddock
"We have recently engaged with INCA Design to spruce up our website & advertising material, and provide a more professional appearance. We have been simply wowed by the results! Such a professional and creative design, whilst maintaining the heart and ethos of our business. The INCA team have been great to work with and we’d strongly recommend them."
Phil Stratten, Owner
NOVA Structures
"Thank you both very much for the excellent work you undertook on behalf of Nova Structures in rebranding our business and also in the provision of a new website.
I am delighted with the results and I feel that you have absolutely caught the essence of the business. You have managed to profile it in a very positive and contemporary manner which is attracting great reviews from our contacts and potential customers from which I am sure will procure business. You are both to be commended for the work you have done here and I am most grateful to you.
I look forward to seeing you again soon so I can thank you personally and I am sure if we have any more marketing work of this nature, we will definitely look to your practice to assist us in light of the excellent work you have done for Nova."
Glynne Benge - Director
NewFrame
"I just wanted to tell you that literally EVERYBODY – supplier, client, resident that I speak to compliments us on our website. Everybody says how great it looks and even other competitors of yours give it grudging praise – a good sign if ever there was one. It has definitely helped us win work as our B2B customers frequently have actively researched us and refer to it in initial meetings."
Michele Wietscher - NewFrame Solar & Glazing Specialists
Vail Williams
"INCA Design gave us a high quality, professional service! Plus, they are a pleasure to work with, providing prompt, excellent results!"
Andy Gibbs
West 4x4
"Business has definitely increased since our web site was designed by INCA, with lots of new customers using our contacts page! Many thanks!"
Mark West
CURA Homecare
"Thank you for the excellent service you have given Cura, our website and brochures look fantastic and professional and would be happy to recommend INCA Design. Overall an excellent service."
Dean Churcher
"We approached Inca design not really knowing what we wanted or needed as a new business with not much direction in the marketing and design front... We had no idea what to expect. After a couple of conversations, it’s like they knew our business inside and out and they came up with our branding and website which we love! Such a professional job and such lovely people! Thank you so much to Inca, we could not recommend them enough."
Kevin & Sharon
Scorpion Buildings
"INCA Design have provided us with a comprehensive marketing package including branding, website design and implementation, exhibition stand design, merchandising, and advertising, through to sales literature, newsletters, stationery and signage for our offices. For our operations they have provided site-based signage and vehicle livery along with branded corporate clothing & hi-vis safety garments.
The team at INCA are very efficient & professional for every challenge. Highly recommended."
Oliver Good, Director
"I was recommended Inca Design to help with my new website and I couldn’t have done it without their team. Right from the word go, the help and patience was brilliant. As I am not ‘IT’ technically minded but they are and are getting me there!
It’s so reassuring to know that any query will be professionally dealt with promptly. Looking forward to the continued help and advice from the Inca Design Team."
Gill Hill
Envisage Technology
"Envisage Technology needed a new image to relflect our distinguished reputation, expertise & industry professionalism embracing cutting edge security system technologies. INCA’s creative design cleverly depicts a camera lens & power on button which we use as our corporate identity throughout our stationery, sales literature and signage making us memorable to our clients & suppliers."
Kevin Brown, Director
The Ecology Partnership
"Fantastic experience and service working with Inca to redesign the website for The Ecology Partnership. Simon and Kris took on board our brief to create a visually powerful website which is easy to navigate. They also provided great ideas and guided us through the process with patience and professionalism. We are delighted with the results - thank you"
Polly Levitton - Project Administrator
Scarpini Designer Shoes
"Working with INCA Design has helped me to establish & expand my brand & business. Their recommendations & creativity have enabled me to target the correct markets at the right time - thank you."
Joy Foote
Bowman Ales
"We cannot recommend Inca Design Ltd highly enough. Over the years we have used them to provide us with a top-quality service for our Logo, Website, Pump Clip images, Advertising, Signage and Social Media – in fact they are truly invaluable to us. Always on hand, helpful and willing to go that extra mile to ensure customer satisfaction.” Martin Roberts & Ray Page – Bowman Ales Ltd."
Julia Lovejoy-Brinkman
Setyl CBD
"Friendly team who always presented themselves professionally, flexible and approachable. The team helped create a beautiful website with fantastic features whilst offering continued guidance and patience with our inexperience! Since our website launch, they have continued to offer first-class service in maintaining the site & responses to any queries we’ve had. We’re looking forward to working more with Inca down the line.
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Scott & Harry - Director
The White Lion Soberton
"We have been working with INCA for over a year and have found that the service they provided second to none. They took the time to listen to what we wanted and to understand our brand. Their communication with us throughout has been exceptional and they have used their own ideas, experience and creativity to help us develop our business.
We are extremely pleased with the end result of our website after working with other companies previously who failed to deliver what we were looking for. INCA completely delivered what we were looking for and we would not hesitate to recommend them to other businesses."
Vicki & Allan
Artisan Bars & Kitchens
"We absolutely love our Artisan Bars & Kitchens logo that the team at INCA designed. They then provided a full marketing design package for us with branding our vehicle & site signage, printed promotions & advertising PLUS creating the most amazing website which really does reflect the quality of our artisan culinary & cocktail experience!"
Phil Gilbraith – Director
The Country House Company
"Over 10 years later and your designs are still fresh, the ideas constantly flowing and you are both wonderful, professional and reliable to work with. Thank you for your terrific service and here is to the next ten years!!"
Marishelle Gibson Butler, Head of Marketing
Stockman Shepherd Huts
"We approached Inca to design and make our new brochures to promote our Stockman Shepherd Huts.
They were professional and extremely helpful with great advice and support along the way.
This resulted in a fabulous brochure with brilliant clarity & we have had a lot of customer comments about how beautiful our brochures are!
We will be using Inca again for all our promotional work and we highly recommend them."
Emma & Paul
William Hare Group
"I have worked with Kris and Inca on several campaigns. She has a great knowledge of marketing and the ability to translate your thoughts into a meaningful strategy. Not once over the last 4 years have I been let down by Kris and in fact every time she seems to exceed my expectations. I can honestly recommend Kris to anyone knowing they will have the same experience."
Andre Van Heerden - Consultant Project Director at William Hare Group
Bowman Ales
"INCA Design always go the that extra mile, you can rely on them to deliver exactly what you require, plus a bit extra."
Martin Roberts
Gandaria Investments
"We have consistently found the team at Inca to be professional, responsive to our various needs, price competitive and wonderfully creative - we are very happy to recommend their service to others."
Lucia Cheung
