Branded promotional products showing decoration method

Imitation Etch

Elegant etched-look branding for glassware without the cost of real etching.

What is Imitation Etch?

Imitation etch is a decoration method that uses a special pad printing ink to create a frosted, etched-style effect on glass products. It gives glassware a subtle premium look while keeping production more cost-effective than traditional glass etching.

Advantages

Creates a refined etched-glass look at a lower cost, ideal for wine glasses, tumblers and glass drinkware.

Limitations

Best suited to simple artwork on glass; curved areas, halftones, variable data and fine detail may be limited.

Artwork Requirements

Supply editable vector artwork with fonts converted to outlines. Simple, solid logo artwork works best; avoid gradients, halftones, tiny text and fine lines.