Glow-in-the-dark

A glow-in-the-dark finish in printing is a special type of ink or coating that glows in the dark or low-light conditions. This effect is achieved by using phosphorescent materials in the ink or coating, which absorb light during exposure to a light source and then emit it slowly in the form of visible light when placed in the dark.

It adds an element of fun and intrigue to printed products and can also serve practical purposes, such as providing visibility in low-light conditions or acting as a safety feature.Glow-in-the-dark finishes are commonly used in various applications:

Greetings cards
Stickers
Promotional materials

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As a trade printing specialist, we take each step of any printing project very seriously. The process of creating a glow-in-the-dark finish involves the following steps:

Phosphorescent Material: The ink or coating contains phosphorescent pigments or additives. These phosphorescent materials are typically made from substances such as zinc sulfide or strontium aluminate, which have the property of storing energy when exposed to light.
Absorption of Light: When the printed material is exposed to ambient light or direct light from a source, the phosphorescent particles in the ink or coating absorb and store the energy from the light.
Emission of Light: In the absence of light, the stored energy is gradually released as visible light, resulting in the characteristic glow-in-the-dark effect. The emitted light is often a greenish or bluish glow, depending on the specific phosphorescent material used.

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