The invention is directed toward applying a matte finish over other under-layers of applied materials upon a substrate to create a finished article with entirely new visual effects. This invention has applications in the printing arts and significant applications to commercial printing. In one embodiment the matte finish transforms glossy digital foil to a visual effect of a matte appearance. In a second embodiment the matte finish imparts a visual effect of an embossed appearance to patterns and designs.

The invention is directed toward applying a matte finish over other under-layers of applied materials upon a substrate to create a finished article with entirely new visual effects. This invention has applications in the printing arts and significant applications to commercial printing. In one embodiment the matte finish transforms glossy digital foil to a visual effect of a matte appearance. In a second embodiment the matte finish imparts a visual effect of an embossed appearance to patterns and designs.

The invention is directed toward applying a matte finish over other under-layers of applied materials upon a substrate to create a finished article with entirely new visual effects. This invention has applications in the printing arts and significant applications to commercial printing. In one embodiment the matte finish transforms glossy digital foil to a visual effect of a matte appearance. In a second embodiment the matte finish imparts a visual effect of an embossed appearance to patterns and designs.

The invention is directed toward applying a matte finish over other under-layers of applied materials upon a substrate to create a finished article with entirely new visual effects. This invention has applications in the printing arts and significant applications to commercial printing. In one embodiment the matte finish transforms glossy digital foil to a visual effect of a matte appearance. In a second embodiment the matte finish imparts a visual effect of an embossed appearance to patterns and designs.