CMYK Coverage Effect

Watch the metallic shimmer diminish as ink coverage increases

Ink Coverage 100%
0% 200% 400%
Recommended: Under 200%
Moderate color - Good shimmer

Coverage Comparison

0% Pure foil
100% Good shimmer
300% Minimal shimmer
400% No shimmer

The metallic shimmer of gold foil becomes progressively obscured as ink coverage increases. At 200% coverage, you get rich color while retaining a subtle metallic warmth. Beyond 300%, the foil is essentially invisible.