Raised Spot Gloss (Raised UV) Business Cards
Clear, glossy raised accents over a matte card — details that stand up off the surface and catch the light.
From $35 · proofed before printing · ships in 4–6 business days
Raised spot gloss lays a clear, glossy, slightly raised layer over specific areas of a matte card. The contrast between the soft matte base and the sharp glossy accent makes a logo or key detail pop both visually and to the touch, without adding any color. It’s a clean, modern way to make one element the hero of the card.
Raised clear gloss
A glossy, dimensional layer over chosen areas — you can see and feel where it sits.
Matte-vs-gloss contrast
The soft matte base makes the glossy accent read sharp and intentional.
Spotlights one element
Draws the eye to a logo, name or icon without changing your colors.
Proofed before printing
You approve where the gloss lands on a proof before the run.
Estimated from $8 · final price set in the designer
Varies by quantity and options — adjust anything before you order.
Where raised spot gloss business cards earn their keep
- Modern brands that want dimension without metallic or color
- Highlighting a logo mark or icon on an otherwise minimal card
- Tech, design and creative studios where restraint reads as premium
- Layering over a rich matte or soft-touch base for a tactile contrast
Ready to design yours?
Start from our recommended setup and tweak it — every order is proofed before printing. No account required.
Design my raised spot gloss business cardEstimated from $8 · final price set in the designer
Varies by quantity and options — adjust anything before you order.
Frequently asked questions
Is raised spot gloss the same as spot UV?
It’s the raised, dimensional version. Flat spot UV adds gloss level with the surface; raised spot gloss builds up a clear layer you can feel with your fingertip. We produce the raised version for a stronger tactile effect, proofed before printing.
Does it add color?
No — the gloss is clear. It changes the texture and light on the areas you choose, which is what makes an element stand out, but your ink colors stay exactly as designed.
What base works best?
A matte or soft-touch base gives the strongest contrast, because the eye reads the difference between the soft base and the glossy accent. The designer lets you pick the stock before you order.