Foil Stamping NYC

Professional Foil Stamping in New York City

Foil stamping, also known as letterpress foil stamping, is a versatile finishing technique that gives projects a lustrous surface finish. Foil stamping involves applying either a metallic or pigmented foil to the surface of a printed project in order to enhance the overall appearance and add a creative element to printed projects.

There are multiple types of foil printing available, and our team at Thomas Group Printing can help you choose the best finishing technique for your next project.

The Foil Stamping Process

Traditional foil stamping involves etching a design onto a metal plate called a foiling die, similar to a rubber stamp. Once the design is on the die, the die is heated up and a thin layer of foil is placed between the die and the substrate. The die is then used to apply pressure to the foil and the printed surface, which causes the foil to permanently adhere to the paper in the shape of the etched design.

It’s possible to have multiple colors of foil during hot stamping services. To achieve this, multiple dies need to be made for each color and several runs of the press foiling machine are required to create the final design. Foils can also range from gloss metallics to matte finish depending on the level of shine desired. Foil stamping can add an additional element of professionalism and design to projects such as book covers and point of purchase materials including table tents, counter displays, and floor displays.

Types of Foils Used

Different types of foil can achieve different effects depending on the specifications of the project. Some of the most popular types of foils are:

Metalized foil. This material creates a shiny, metallic finish during the foil stamping process, with gold foil printing and silver being the most popular choices.
Pearl foil is commonly used on wedding invitations and greeting cards for a pearlescent shine
Holographic foil can produce 3D or rainbow-colored patterns and can be an ideal option for ID cards, credit cards, and print jobs that require security seals
Effects foils usually have multiple colored tones or patterns such as sparkles, stripes, and light diffractions
Scratch-Off foils are meant to be only temporarily adhered to the surface and are meant to conceal sensitive information. This type of foil is commonly found on lottery tickets and phone cards.

The type of foil stamping that’s best for your project will depend on many factors, and we’re here to help you plan your project to perfection every step of the way.

The Thomas Group Printing Difference

When it comes to professional printing in NYC, Thomas Group Printing specializes in a broad range of sheetfed, web, and digital print capabilities for the modern business world. We are fourth generation family owned and operated, so we know what it takes to adapt and make your business stand out. Reach out to us today to find out more about adding foil stamping to your project and what foil options are available.

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Jimmy Lowery Jr.

19:30 18 Sep 20

Thomas Group Printing has been the most helpful and convenient printing service our company has ever worked with!! They helped us bring to life a high-quality print magazine that was delivered on-time and on-budget. They worked with us at every step of the way to ensure that we were taken care of and informed of the full printing production. If you are looking for a professional, reliable, and efficient printing service, I would highly recommend Thomas Group Printing.

sophia kalinowska

01:59 15 Sep 20

Thomas Group Printing has impressed me soooo much. My project came out even better than I imagined! I was totally new to this whole process, and Rory was so patient with me and as helpful as possible. I will be coming back here for sure to print my next zine!

Justyna Krygowska

02:29 13 Aug 20

I would highly recommend Thomas Group Printing. I recently worked with TGP on an annual appeal mailing. They were patient, professional, and helped me produce a high-quality mailer that was affective, delivered on time,and within budget.

Everyday Oil

19:04 02 Jul 20

Great experience working with Thomas Group - very responsive, affordable, good quality. Thank you!

Christine Huey

16:12 12 Mar 20

fast and easy to work with!

Audrey Lee

17:00 03 Mar 20

Absolutely the best! Rory & Glen answer all the questions I have and manage to work around my timeframe and last minute edits. Also, the color matching is top notch! I can always count on them!

Sara Glick

22:44 25 Feb 20

Thomas Group Printing has gone above and beyond for me, always delivering the best printing in town. I have used them several times and highly recommend them for small and large jobs. I really appreciate that they are a family business and do such high quality work. They are my secret weapon.

Lauren Coons

18:54 11 Feb 20

The Thomas Group was able to print our programs for us on a VERY tight deadline and they were PERFECT!! They were super helpful and responsive with me for any issues or errors that were in my file, and really went above-and-beyond to make sure that my programs would be printed and delivered on time! I will definitely be using them in the future!

Pasang Sherpa

13:02 04 Feb 20

Risa Wallberg

17:06 30 Jan 20

Good, courteous customer service. They supplied quotes and print job was timely and perfect.

Stephanie Arevalo

17:56 17 Jan 20

Our organization's go-to printer service. Fast turnaround, reliable, and better priced than most in the city. Highly recommend!

Olivia Ries

21:41 16 Jan 20

Great service and best pricing for amazing quality! Was looking to change print companies for a while now and TGP delivered. Rory was really helpful through the whole process and got our finished product to us quickly!

Julia Delaney

18:36 13 Jan 20

Love love love everything about Thomas Group. Turned around hundreds of calendars for me super quickly–– really helpful and communicative. High quality at a great price. Rory is also amazing. Can't say enough good things about my experience working with them.

Tim Jones

14:35 09 Jan 20

We needed calendars made for a charity project my company was putting together, and now I'm confident we'll never need to look elsewhere when we do this again. Rory was immensely helpful every step of the way. As someone who really had no idea what I was asking for on a technical level, they were able to explain every detail to me in simple terms and we couldn't be more thrilled with the finished product! I could not recommend Thomas Group Printing any higher and I look forward to doing business with them again soon.

Belinda Ung

18:54 10 Dec 19

My team and I worked with Rory for the first time on a large day-of printing job. He was extremely responsive, friendly, and super accommodating in delivering our prints to us in person. We were very happy with how the prints turned out and would highly recommend to anyone!

Sasha Rezvina

20:11 21 Nov 19

Thomas Group turned around really high-quality books very quickly (in under a week). He was highly communicative about what was needed and when. I'd strongly recommend this printing service.

Emily Horn

19:55 21 Nov 19

We have worked with Thomas Group Printing for a few years now and are so happy with the work they have done. The final product always looks beautiful and they work with us on our (small business) deadlines (aka always last minute.) It is always an incredibly professional experience and we highly recommend them to anyone that has printing needs.

Eric Zimmer

15:42 17 Oct 19

This place is amazing! I worked with Rory for a massive print job at my job and he was extremely professional, knowledgable, accommodating and responsive. Excellent quality, timely service, and just a great experience all around. Highly recommend Thomas Group Printing if you need something done well!

African Voices

10:10 11 Sep 19

The Thomas Group was excellent to work with and made our print job simple and seamless from start to finish. African Voices literary magazine has been publishing for 27 years and the Thomas Group lived up to our expectations delivering a quality print job to our satisfied subscribers! Cheers to Rory Thomas for your service and dedication to publishing!

Mandy Sa

16:52 09 Aug 19

We've been working with these guys for a couple of years and have no plans of changing print agencies. They're super responsive and produce quality results all the time. From simple postcards, to full books, to delicate tissue paper - they do everything. Very easy to work with and they probably have one of the most competitive prices in NYC.

Kelsey Lim

23:04 10 Jul 19

From the start of my project to after its completion, Thomas Group Printing impressed me every step of the way. They were able to complete my project on a very tight timeline, and I was so happy with not only the final product, but also the level of communication and customer service they provided. I will definitely be using them for projects in the future!

Brit Ashcraft

20:23 13 Jun 19

Love working with Thomas Group. I have worked with them multiple times and just wrapped up a book and postcard project with them – they are gorgeous. The print quality for the images was the best we've ever achieved. Both pieces went over well with everyone, but the book stood out and our COO even took it and used it as an example to the whole company for what a premium marketing material is and how valuable it is to the organization. They are lovely to work and always flexible and helpful.

Meaghan McFarland

17:59 03 Jun 19

We had a great experience working with Thomas Group Printing! We ordered 200+ 11x17 spiral-bound copies of a white paper/research study that we release every year. The paper quality, color printing, and binding options were great. Originally, we had contacted 10-20 different printers to find the right fit for us and the TGP was the best option. Their customer service was also lovely - Rory followed-up regularly, was patient as we made various decisions about binding and quantity, and helped us create an amazing piece that we are proud of.

Hyland Murphy

15:06 15 Apr 19

Rory and team did an amazing job with our printing. They were so fast and were more than capable of delivering on my nearly impossible deadline. Everything turned out beautifully as well.

Leigh Moose

15:58 01 Mar 19

Cannot imagine a more positive experience! They walked me through the whole process and delivered quickly!! Customer service is TOP NOTCH!!

Margot Bird

19:07 28 Feb 19

Everyone was incredibly helpful in a complicated project that other printers wouldn't touch!

Tiana Tenet

18:12 27 Feb 19

Rory & his team just make it happen! We had a really tight deadline and they were incredibly flexible and communicative throughout the process. Not to mention -- the print is amazing!! The quality & feel is exactly what we were aiming for!

Vanessa Anderson

04:11 27 Feb 19

Working with Thomas Group is always a pleasure! They are receptive to all client needs and feedback, not to mention they are total rockstars when it comes to being timely and professional. My team worked closely with Thomas Group to produce a zine and all of our hard work was represented beautifully in the final product. I would absolutely work with them again and highly recommend !

Tessa Lechleider

03:47 27 Feb 19

Thomas Group goes above and beyond to make your product special. Rory and his team worked tirelessly to print my zines as fast as they could and worked in a very short 3 day time frame. They are rockstars and I couldn't be happier with the entire experience- customer service, friendly people, great products.

Jill Donenfeld

02:28 27 Feb 19

Best customer service + most beautiful printing job. Look no further. They are the best and they are the sweetest. We printed an 84 page zine with them and it turned out so beautifully -- don't go anywhere else for this kind of work.

Tara Mohtadi

19:47 23 Jan 19

We are a small design firm, and just started using the Thomas Group a few months ago, after some disappointing results with our longtime printers. We couldn't be happier with our switch to the Thomas Group. Rory and Glen are extremely communicative and accommodating, and are able to work quickly on tight deadlines, while keeping a very high level of quality. We are excited to continue our relationship with them, and would recommend them to anyone.

Jenya Beilin

05:18 15 Jan 19

I had an urgent request to print brochures for a conference, and Rory and his team were super fast responding over emails to accommodate my request. Not only Rory printed the brochures within couple of hours, they did the extra mile and delivered those to the hotel I was staying in. The brochures came out exactly what I was expecting. Next time I need a printing service, this is the place for sure.

Giuliana Provenzano

21:19 08 Jan 19

Will Ventura

20:09 18 Dec 18

Rory couldn't have been nicer. They did a good job with our prints. I recommend.

Royce Caitlin Wick

21:07 04 Dec 18

The Thomas Group has been an absolute pleasure to work with! They meet all my needs and are able to help out in an emergency. Highly recommend!

Becky Manfredi

14:03 30 Nov 18

Great quality and very fast turnaround times! The team is super helpful, responsive and very easy to work with. I will definitely be using them again in the future! Very happy with the quality of the prints and mounted posters we received 🙂

Jeffrey Ginsburg

00:08 20 Nov 18

Printing is a tough business. A lot can go wrong. I know, I have been part of this industry for the better part of 40 years. I have worked with The Thomas Group for 22 of those years and can honestly say they are the most reliable, customer-centric, quality conscious printer there is. Their pricing and turnaround are second to none. And most importantly, they will NEVER let you down.

Jim Cancelliere

14:46 19 Nov 18

alex spacher

22:20 16 Nov 18

We have been working with the Thomas Group now for a year at the Natural Resources Defense Counsil. Every project turns out perfect. From the smallest digitally printed asset to full offset printing of our annual report the team there is reliable, professional and a real joy. I can’t recommend a better printer. These guys are the best! Thank you Glen, Jamie, Rory and team TG! Best,A

Maria Rovira-McCune

21:25 16 Nov 18

The Thomas Group is excellent! The care they introduce to the work they do is outstanding; they make sure to communicate with their client frequently and are very accommodating regarding all aspects of the printing process. They work with excellent quality materials and produce top notch quality results. I would highly recommend them for any printing projects, particularly those that carry a large stake in ensuring a high quality end product. They are amazing!

Reagan Swaine

19:39 08 Nov 18

We've been using Thomas Group Printing for our projects for the last couple of years. They are fantastic. They are very prompt and professional in communication and are honest about time frames and their capabilities. I've worked directly with a number of their staff and have always had a great experience. Rory is always so helpful! Beautiful, quality work. Highly recommend!

William THEISEN

15:34 01 Nov 18

really great experience working with Thomas Group Printing. Fast turn around, professional, and responsive. I would definitely recommend them!

Heath Wagoner

16:26 24 Oct 18

Super and very professional! Will always recommend.

Ren Coda

13:52 17 Oct 18

An amazing company run by incredibly talented people. I'm a Brand Designer for Hall & Partners and our company loves working with the Thomas Group. They're on time with all deadlines and go the extra mile for you with high quality printing. 100% recommendation.

Katie Candiotti

13:22 16 Oct 18

Enterprise Connect Events Team

15:50 15 Oct 18

I can not say enough great things out about this printer. A level of service I would have never expected in NYC. We had a rush project that required in live proofs (delivered to my hotel) and print in under 6 hours. Program guides, name badges and event tickets. Not only did they get it done but it was beautiful, top quality and delivered! I've been in the event production business for 10+ years and The Thomas Group was the #1 printing experience I've had while onsite.Becca DungeyGlobal Director of Events and Programs

Sadbh Peters

13:34 08 Oct 18

Rory and Glen are always a dream to work with! They're efficient, reasonably priced, and so helpful. Would definitely recommend 🙂

Wendy Dorsett

17:36 26 Sep 18

We had been using a printer in the mid west, assuming it was cheaper than printing here in NYC, for many years, but we got a competitive quote from Thomas Group, and decided to try them. We have been THRILLED about working with them. They make everything simple and straightforward--from communicating with them, to submitting files, to getting work delivered to us. They do a beautiful job, and they get the job done on time. What a relief to have found them!

Tatiana Youpa

16:29 04 Sep 18

The staff at Thomas Group Printing responded promptly to emails and we received our print quickly and in excellent condition. Thank you so much Thomas Group! We will definitely use your services again in the future.

Why Print with Thomas Group?

We’ve been serving NYC’s largest and most innovative companies with quality commercial printing services for four generations, so we have the experience and ability to make even the wildest projects a reality. We offer a few additional benefits for your convenience:

Same Day Rush Printing

Need it fast? No problem. We move at the speed of the city. When submitting your project, ask us about our same day/next day printing options and we'll help you out with rush printing to bring your job from concept to reality quickly.

Courier Delivery

Need your print job sent straight to your office? We provide our clients with courier delivery anywhere within New York's five boroughs. If you're located outside of the city, we ship nationwide.

Pre-Press Services

With four generations of experience, there's little our seasoned pre-press team hasn't seen. We offer pre-press services to make sure your design files are in good working order before sending the job to press.

About Us

Thomas Group Printing NYC is a full service, commercial printing company with extensive experience in all phases of the printing process.We provide our clients with a broad range of sheetfed, web and digital print capabilities. Our state-of-the-art technology enables us to assist you with a wide range of products and services.

Since 1912, we've served some of New York's largest and most innovative companies with quality commercial printing services. We're proudly a fourth-generation family owned and operated company, so we know what it takes to earn and keep your business.

Make an Impact with Print

In today's cluttered marketing environment you can still make a tangible, memorable impression on your customers with print. Convey your message in a durable, detail-rich format that they'll be able to hold, touch and share. Here are a few samples of projects our clients have created with us to do just that: