Dry Transfer finishes, choose your style

Our dry transfers are bespoke to you and whilst they can be supplied in a wealth of colours we also offer three types of finish.

Dry transfers are supplied on an A4 or A3 sheet and are smooth, clean and provide a professional finish for prototypes, props, models, restoration and displays, looking like they were printed there.

They can be supplied in a coated or uncoated Pantone reference, a swatch you give us, or RAL colour, matching your brand guidelines or artwork.

You can then choose between three different finishes; matt/satin, gloss or foil. Here we discuss the differences.

Satin dry transfer finish

This is our standard finish and can look ‘matt’. It has no shine and can be used as an ‘etch effect’. This type of finish is idea for areas where there maybe spot lights, such as:

  • Showcases
  • Exhibitions
  • Gallery text or wall labels
  • Display cases
  • Museum displays
  • Products that prefer a ‘matt’ type of finish such as model engineering projects
  • Instructional text

Gloss dry transfer finish

This finish has sheen and is like a lamination. The closest comparison is a printed spot UV varnish you get on printed items, like business cards. Ideal for areas that have over area light, and product design, such as;

  • Products that require a stand out type of style
  • Add to a matt background to make them stand out
  • Props or models wanting a glossy finish

Foil dry transfer finish

Our foil finish is very shiny and reflective; the closest comparison is block foiling you get on hardback book cover designs or stationery. Perfect for items;

  • Projects that wish to replicate block foiling but for one offs such as
    • props for TV or film
    • in-store retail or window displays
    • prototypes
    • signage
  • Labels and packaging design for food and drink, health & beauty products etc.
Two colour foil finishes

Need advice on finishes?

Our specialist team have over 20 years of experience manufacturing dry transfers and can offer advice on what may be best for your project.

Contact us or make an order:

Email direct: design@belsigns.com or call: 01403 255442