Mock Etch

Ideal for promotional glassware and trophies, Mock Etch Etch offers an affordable etching (laser engraving) alternative.

Advantages:

Disadvantages:

Limited accuracy on halftones.
No variable data.
Achieves a similar visual effect to laser engraving but without the same permanence or premium tactile quality
Single-colour process only
Not suitable for photographic or gradient artwork
May wear over time compared to true laser engraving

Artwork Requirements:

Editable vector format (EPS, AI, or vector PDF). Single-colour artwork only. Bold, clean designs work best — fine lines may not reproduce clearly on curved glassware surfaces.

Mock etch is a popular branding option for glass products such as drink bottles, beer, wine, and shot glasses. This special pad printing ink creates an etch-like effect, mimicking traditional etched glass.