Black coloured print with bold white ink text reading “MADE WITH LOVE”
Black coloured print with bold white ink text reading “MADE WITH LOVE” White Ink
At Printed.com, we’ve mastered the magic of white ink printing – pairing cutting-edge technology with creative flair. Perfect for making your designs pop, white ink lets you print striking, high-impact artwork on coloured and dark papers – think bold white ink on black paper for a truly standout contrast finish. From minimalist Wedding Invitations to contemporary Business Cards and beyond.
You’re in the right place to discover everything you need to know about white ink printing through our Bespoke Service. Explore our range of paper colours, find tips on setting up your artwork, browse real customer inspiration, and get answers to all our FAQs.
Dark navy Wedding Invitation card with elegant white ink typography placed on a teal surface; the card reads “OLIVER AND HANNAH” in decorative script, with the date “04 12 24” below.
Dark blue Wedding Menu card with white ink text, placed on a teal surface beside a matching fork and knife
Stack of maroon Business Cards on a teal surface; the top card features the University of Ashburton logo in white, with stylized lines beside the institution’s name, creating a clean and professional visual identity.
Stack of green promotional Leaflets with white ink text for Bloom’s “ARTIST POP UP” event
Brown Kraft Postcards on a teal background; the top card reads “MADE WITH LOVE” in bold white ink text
Dark navy Wedding Invitation card with elegant white ink typography placed on a teal surface; the card reads “OLIVER AND HANNAH” in decorative script, with the date “04 12 24” below.
Dark blue Wedding Menu card with white ink text, placed on a teal surface beside a matching fork and knife
Stack of maroon Business Cards on a teal surface; the top card features the University of Ashburton logo in white, with stylized lines beside the institution’s name, creating a clean and professional visual identity.
Stack of green promotional Leaflets with white ink text for Bloom’s “ARTIST POP UP” event
Brown Kraft Postcards on a teal background; the top card reads “MADE WITH LOVE” in bold white ink text White ink paper colours
Close-up of Colourplan Ebony paper with a smooth, curved fold; the deep black surface has a refined matte texture, and the lighting creates subtle gradients that emphasize the material’s sculptural form and premium finish.
Close-up of Colourplan Claret paper in a dark reddish-brown shade, partially curled; the matte surface reveals fine texture and soft lighting gradients that emphasize the material’s depth and sculptural fold.
Close-up of Colourplan Mid Green paper with a soft curl; the deep green surface has a subtle, uncoated texture, and the lighting creates gentle shadows that emphasize the material’s premium finish and sculptural form
Close-up of Colourplan Mid Green paper with a gentle curl; the matte surface reveals subtle texture and soft shadows, showcasing the rich green tone and premium uncoated finish
Close-up of Colourplan Loch Blue paper with a curved fold casting soft shadows; the surface has a rich, deep blue tone and subtle texture, emphasizing the premium quality and moody elegance of the material
Close-up of brown kraft paper with a curved fold creating soft shadow and depth; the surface is slightly rough and fibrous
Close-up of Colourplan Ebony paper with a smooth, curved fold; the deep black surface has a refined matte texture, and the lighting creates subtle gradients that emphasize the material’s sculptural form and premium finish.
Close-up of Colourplan Claret paper in a dark reddish-brown shade, partially curled; the matte surface reveals fine texture and soft lighting gradients that emphasize the material’s depth and sculptural fold.
Close-up of Colourplan Mid Green paper with a soft curl; the deep green surface has a subtle, uncoated texture, and the lighting creates gentle shadows that emphasize the material’s premium finish and sculptural form
Close-up of Colourplan Mid Green paper with a gentle curl; the matte surface reveals subtle texture and soft shadows, showcasing the rich green tone and premium uncoated finish
Close-up of Colourplan Loch Blue paper with a curved fold casting soft shadows; the surface has a rich, deep blue tone and subtle texture, emphasizing the premium quality and moody elegance of the material
Close-up of brown kraft paper with a curved fold creating soft shadow and depth; the surface is slightly rough and fibrous
A tablet on a purple background displaying a logo design that reads ‘The Party Co.’ inside an artwork design interface What is white ink?
Can all printers print white ink?
How do I setup my artwork for white ink printing?
What's the difference between white foil and white ink?
What is white ink?
Standard printing uses CMYK (cyan, magenta, yellow and black) to create the entire spectrum of printed colours, which means achieving a true, bright white can be difficult. That’s where our speciality white ink comes in!
White ink is a unique printing technique that lets you add bold designs to various materials. We use a spot colour printing process, which involves passing your print through the presses several times to layer up the white colour to create a strong white.
It’s especially striking on darker or coloured surfaces, like black cardstock or vibrant paper, where the contrast really makes the design pop. This method creates eye-catching results, perfect for anyone looking to make their prints stand out.
Can all printers print white ink?
That's a great question! Not all printers can print white ink. Standard CMYK (cyan, magenta, yellow and black) printers don't actually include white as a printing colour. To print white ink, we need special technology and equipment. That's why it's considered one of our unique special finishing options!
How do I setup my artwork for white ink printing?
Crafting white ink print is easy at Printed.com, just start by choosing your base paper stock and create your design.
Because your artwork will require extra setup, please refer to our free white ink artwork guide here to prepare your files correctly. Contact our Bespoke Team if you need extra advice, they're always happy to help!
What's the difference between white foil and white ink?
White foil and white ink each offer unique finishes and are suited to different design needs. Here’s a breakdown of their characteristics and limitations:
White Foil:
- Provides a solid, bright white finish with a bold, eye-catching effect.
- Has a subtle pearlescent sheen that reflects light, adding an elegant, decorative touch.
- Applied as a foil layer on top of the paper, so it sits on the surface and can feel subtly raised.
- Best for logos, names, headings, or statement details.
White Ink:
- Offers a more natural white color with a flat, matt finish.
- Printed directly onto the paper using ink, ensuring a smooth, consistent look.
- Ideal for text, illustrations, and designs that need a softer effect.
- Perfect for dark or coloured backgrounds, and available on our GF Smith Colorplan papers.
Choose white foil for a bold, decorative finish or white ink for a versatile, natural look with excellent detail!
What is white ink?
What is white ink?
Standard printing uses CMYK (cyan, magenta, yellow and black) to create the entire spectrum of printed colours, which means achieving a true, bright white can be difficult. That’s where our speciality white ink comes in!
White ink is a unique printing technique that lets you add bold designs to various materials. We use a spot colour printing process, which involves passing your print through the presses several times to layer up the white colour to create a strong white.
It’s especially striking on darker or coloured surfaces, like black cardstock or vibrant paper, where the contrast really makes the design pop. This method creates eye-catching results, perfect for anyone looking to make their prints stand out.
Can all printers print white ink?
Can all printers print white ink?
That's a great question! Not all printers can print white ink. Standard CMYK (cyan, magenta, yellow and black) printers don't actually include white as a printing colour. To print white ink, we need special technology and equipment. That's why it's considered one of our unique special finishing options!
How do I setup my artwork for white ink printing?
How do I setup my artwork for white ink printing?
Crafting white ink print is easy at Printed.com, just start by choosing your base paper stock and create your design.
Because your artwork will require extra setup, please refer to our free white ink artwork guide here to prepare your files correctly. Contact our Bespoke Team if you need extra advice, they're always happy to help!
What's the difference between white foil and white ink?
What's the difference between white foil and white ink?
White foil and white ink each offer unique finishes and are suited to different design needs. Here’s a breakdown of their characteristics and limitations:
White Foil:
- Provides a solid, bright white finish with a bold, eye-catching effect.
- Has a subtle pearlescent sheen that reflects light, adding an elegant, decorative touch.
- Applied as a foil layer on top of the paper, so it sits on the surface and can feel subtly raised.
- Best for logos, names, headings, or statement details.
White Ink:
- Offers a more natural white color with a flat, matt finish.
- Printed directly onto the paper using ink, ensuring a smooth, consistent look.
- Ideal for text, illustrations, and designs that need a softer effect.
- Perfect for dark or coloured backgrounds, and available on our GF Smith Colorplan papers.
Choose white foil for a bold, decorative finish or white ink for a versatile, natural look with excellent detail!
Elegant black wedding Save the Date card, featuring white ink text and ribbon graphics.
A small stack of deep plum-coloured "thank you" cards rests on a wooden table, featuring minimalist white ink lettering in a clean serif font that provides a sharp, crisp contrast against the rich purple cardstock.
A hand holds a fanned-out selection of wedding invitations in deep burgundy, forest green, navy, and black, each featuring a wavy white border, a delicate bow illustration, and clean white-ink typography for a modern, high-contrast finish.
An overhead grid of forest green business cards for "Harrison Grey Law Firm" showcases crisp white ink printing, using a combination of large, bold monogrammed initials and small, legible contact details.
A person holds a black "Gym Fitness Center" flyer for Lift Society, featuring bold, minimalist white ink typography and a small kettlebell icon that stands out sharply against the dark cardstock.
A stack of matte forest green business cards for "Harrison Grey Law Firm" features the company name printed in a crisp, elegant white ink serif font centred on the dark background.
A fanned-out trio of burgundy wedding menus features elegant white ink printing, with "Wedding Menu" in a large, sweeping script at the top and the names "Olivia & Michael" at the bottom, flanking a clean, minimalist list of courses.
Elegant black wedding Save the Date card, featuring white ink text and ribbon graphics.
A small stack of deep plum-coloured "thank you" cards rests on a wooden table, featuring minimalist white ink lettering in a clean serif font that provides a sharp, crisp contrast against the rich purple cardstock.
A hand holds a fanned-out selection of wedding invitations in deep burgundy, forest green, navy, and black, each featuring a wavy white border, a delicate bow illustration, and clean white-ink typography for a modern, high-contrast finish.
An overhead grid of forest green business cards for "Harrison Grey Law Firm" showcases crisp white ink printing, using a combination of large, bold monogrammed initials and small, legible contact details.
A person holds a black "Gym Fitness Center" flyer for Lift Society, featuring bold, minimalist white ink typography and a small kettlebell icon that stands out sharply against the dark cardstock.
A stack of matte forest green business cards for "Harrison Grey Law Firm" features the company name printed in a crisp, elegant white ink serif font centred on the dark background.
A fanned-out trio of burgundy wedding menus features elegant white ink printing, with "Wedding Menu" in a large, sweeping script at the top and the names "Olivia & Michael" at the bottom, flanking a clean, minimalist list of courses.
Elegant black wedding Save the Date card, featuring white ink text and ribbon graphics.
A small stack of deep plum-coloured "thank you" cards rests on a wooden table, featuring minimalist white ink lettering in a clean serif font that provides a sharp, crisp contrast against the rich purple cardstock.
A hand holds a fanned-out selection of wedding invitations in deep burgundy, forest green, navy, and black, each featuring a wavy white border, a delicate bow illustration, and clean white-ink typography for a modern, high-contrast finish.
An overhead grid of forest green business cards for "Harrison Grey Law Firm" showcases crisp white ink printing, using a combination of large, bold monogrammed initials and small, legible contact details.
A person holds a black "Gym Fitness Center" flyer for Lift Society, featuring bold, minimalist white ink typography and a small kettlebell icon that stands out sharply against the dark cardstock.
A stack of matte forest green business cards for "Harrison Grey Law Firm" features the company name printed in a crisp, elegant white ink serif font centred on the dark background.
A fanned-out trio of burgundy wedding menus features elegant white ink printing, with "Wedding Menu" in a large, sweeping script at the top and the names "Olivia & Michael" at the bottom, flanking a clean, minimalist list of courses.
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Setting up Canva designs with special finishes requires a few extra steps. Our expert guidance and pre-formatted templates make it easy to create professional prints with eye-catching finishes.

