Over 30 years experience and customer care, printing since 1993
all our plastic cards are proudly printed in England Proudly printed in England all our plastic cards are proudly printed in England
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Metallic Plastic Card Printing

Metallic plastic cards make an immediate impression. Whether you choose gold or silver, the reflective base card combined with our hot foil printed colours creates something that genuinely stands out from a standard printed card.

We print every card here in England using hot foil printing machinery, a process that stamps metallic foils and vivid pigment colours onto the card surface under heat and pressure.

The result is sharp, durable printing with colours that catch the light in a way that conventional ink simply cannot replicate.
Cards are solid PVC, bank card size and thickness, with printing available on both sides. Minimum order is just 25 cards, and once your order is placed we'll email you a photorealistic proof — usually within the hour — so you can see exactly how your finished cards will look before we go to print.

We've been printing plastic cards in England since 1992. If you want a card that gets noticed, you're in the right place.

Metallic cards have a gold or silver base, giving a more reflective, premium finish that catches the eye in a wallet or on a display stand. They're a common choice for gift cards and VIP membership tiers where the card itself is part of the perceived value, not just a functional access token.

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About our Metallic Plastic Cards - Hot Foil Printed

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Get your Quotation Now!

Request a personalised quotation from our friendly and knowledgeable sales team, tailored specifically to your project’s needs.

Simply send us the details of what you’re looking for & we’ll get to work right away.

We aim to email your custom quote within 10 minutes during our working hours:
Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm, so you can make informed decisions quickly and keep your project moving without delay.

Design Service

Need a Design?
... but don't have the time or ability to create it?

Don’t worry! that’s where our Design Service
comes in for just £20 +vat


Whether you’ve sketched an idea on a napkin, saved a rough concept in a Word document, snapped a photo of an existing card, or seen a design on our website that you like, we can transform your vision into a professionally designed, print‑ready masterpiece.

No hassle, just great results, delivered effortlessly.

Artwork Fixing Service

If you supply your own artwork, we will carefully check it for any technical issues to ensure your plastic cards look their absolute best.

Should your file require any adjustments, such as correcting sizing, bleed areas, fixing alignment, or adjusting colour settings, our design team can take care of these for for just £10 +vat

Once completed, you can be confident your artwork will be fully print-ready and your cards produced to the highest standard, without any delays or quality issues.

Free Photorealistic Email Proof

To give you complete confidence before we go to print, we’ll email you a free, high-quality, computer-generated photorealistic proof of your Metallic Plastic Cards.

This realistic mock-up shows how your finished cards will look, so you can check and approve the layout, text and overall design before production begins.

Fast Production Time

We offer exceptionally fast production times on all orders because every card is printed right here in England.

Our state of the art manufacturing process ensures the highest quality with fast production times.

There’s no need to wait for overseas shipping or third-party delays.

Our dedicated team handles everything from printing to finishing, ensuring your cards are delivered quickly and to the highest standard.

Free Delivery

Nobody likes delivery charges.
Enjoy FREE DELIVERY on all orders within Great Britain!

Whether you’re ordering for yourself or sending directly to a customer, we’ve got it covered.

To ensure privacy & discretion, all orders are sent under plain, unbranded packaging with no documentation or invoices.

Also, remember as we print right here in England our delivery times are fast!

Made in England

Our plastic cards are proudly manufactured in England to the highest quality standards, ensuring durability, sharp print detail, and a premium finish every time.

Unlike many low-cost imports from overseas, particularly from China, our cards are produced under strict quality control with consistent materials and expert craftsmanship.

This means you get a reliable, long-lasting product with fast production times and full confidence in its origin and performance.

100% Recyclable

Our metallic plastic cards are designed with sustainability in mind and can be easily recycled through standard household or commercial recycling facilities.

Unlike some composite or laminated cards that require specialist disposal, our cards are made from recyclable PVC material, making it simple and convenient to dispose of them responsibly at the end of their life.

It’s a practical choice that supports environmental awareness without compromising on quality or durability.

Metallic Plastic Card Specifications

Our metallic plastic cards are solid plastic and are printed by a Hot Foil Printing Process from a wide range of vibrant pigment and metallic foils.

Metallic Plastic Card Examples

We offer a wide variety of metallic plastic card examples to help spark your creativity and show you what’s possible in terms of layout, style, and features.

Whether you’re looking for something sleek and modern or bold and eye-catching, our example designs can serve as a great starting point.

Our in-house studio can then create your design based on one of our examples, tailored specifically to your needs.

Simply send us any logos, photos etc. that you’d like included and we’ll incorporate them seamlessly into your card design, ensuring a professional, on-brand result that stands out.

Ink Colours available

Stunning Metallic Foils
We have lots of stunning metallic colours and vibrant pigment colours. We have lots of photos and videos showing the colours printed on Metallic Plastic Cards.

The most popular are metallic silver or metallic gold.

We also offer holoprint which refracts the light to create a rainbow effect of colour.

Choose Metallic Silver or Gold Plastic Cards

Choose from either metallic gold or metallic silver plastic cards for no extra cost. They look stunning when printed with colours such as metallic gold or metallic silver.

Artwork Specifications & Guides

Take a look at our artwork guidance to ensure your design is set up correctly from the start, helping us process your order quickly and without delays.

Our handy artwork guide covers everything you need to know, from file formats and resolution requirements to bleed areas and colour modes.

By following these simple tips, you’ll avoid common pitfalls and make sure your design is print-ready for a smoother ordering experience from start to finish.

What our customers say

5.0 from 249 Google reviews

We have been using Colour Plastic Cards to produce membership cards for our society at the University of Cambridge for at least 15 years. The team really are absolutely fantastic - super helpful and friendly - and the finished cards are of such high quality that our members love to keep them as a memento of their University days.
Jacob Baldwin · 6 months ago
Excellent products and service - it was a pleasure dealing with Paul. He's been responsive, professional, helpful and friendly. The products arrived on time and much quicker than we experienced from other supplier.
Joanna Surowiec · 2 months ago
Paul at Colour Plastic Cards Ltd was fantastic to work with. We needed a fairly large number of cards for our members, and from start to finish, the process was smooth and professional.
Ian Johnston · a year ago
Brilliant service. Communication was quick, helpful and the team were happy to answer all questions and accommodate requests. The order was efficiently processed.
Ruth Jennings · a year ago
Great price, fast turnaround and fantastic quality product. Very pleased and will definitely use again and recommend. Many Thanks
Plush Team · 10 months ago
This is now my 2nd order from this company. I needed to order some extra cards. There service was excellent and they helped make the whole process simple and straightforward for me. I recommend this company.
Frances Lushimgton · a year ago
Brilliant experience from start to finish, very easy to order and I'm about to place another order. Thanks
trevor allen · 2 months ago
Very helpful and efficient service - colour plastic cards highly recommend
Andy Bell · a month ago

How to Order your Metallic Plastic Cards

Discover how quick and hassle-free it is to place your order with us.

Whether you’re ordering for the first time or returning for a repeat order, our streamlined process keeps things simple.

From sending your artwork and choosing your card options to approving your photorealistic email proof and receiving your delivery, every step is designed to be fast, efficient, and straightforward.

We’re here to guide you the whole way, so you can get exactly what you need, without the stress.

Photograph Gallery of Metallic Plastic Cards

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Metallic Plastic Cards FAQs

What is the difference between metallic gold and metallic silver plastic cards?
The base card colour differs, one is gold-toned PVC, the other is silver-toned. Both can be printed with the same range of ink colours. The choice usually comes down to brand colours and personal preference. Metallic gold suits warmer, luxury aesthetics; metallic silver suits modern, corporate, or tech-focused designs.

How are metallic plastic cards printed?
We print with hot foil printing machinery, a process where metallic foil or pigment is stamped onto the card surface under heat and pressure. This produces sharp vibrant colours plus metallics.

Can I have my logo printed on a metallic plastic card?
Yes, we can print logos. Some logos may need altering to be suitable to print by a hot foil printing process as a limited range of colours is available and the printing of gradients is not possible.

What minimum quantity can I order?
Minimum quantity is just 25 cards.

Do you provide artwork and design for metallic plastic cards?
Yes. Our in-house design team can create your artwork for £20 + VAT, or check and fix your supplied artwork for £10 + VAT.

How long does production take?
Standard turnaround is dispatch within 7 working days. Express production of 4 working days is also available, please ask for details.

Are metallic plastic cards recyclable?
Yes. The cards are solid PVC, which can be recycled.

Can metallic plastic cards be encoded with a barcode, QR code, or magnetic stripe?
We can apply a barcode or QR code to the cards, if the barcode or QR code is the same on each card (i.e. part of your artwork).