Custom Printed Coasters (10-Ink UV Printing)
Turn your artwork into custom coasters with vivid 10-ink UV printing and optional engraving on the back. Choose a surface and shape to suit your illustration, retail collection or branded gift.
Materials and shapes
| Material | Shapes and construction | Back / engraving |
|---|---|---|
| Ceramic | Square, hexagon or circle | Cork backing suitable for laser engraving |
| Slate | Square, hexagon or circle | Engravable back with silicone bumpers |
| Bamboo | ½-inch-thick rounded square or circle | Engravable back with silicone bumpers; engraving contrast is subtle |
| MDF | 3 mm rounded square or circle | Engravable back |
Varnish and artwork
White, Color and Varnish layers work in the same way as our other UV-printed products. Raised varnish adds thickness: keep areas supporting drinkware level so cups and glasses can sit steadily.
Care
Clean gently by hand with water. Do not put printed coasters in a dishwasher, and avoid solvents or harsh cleaners.
Layered UV artwork
Prepare a PSD or PSB with three separate layers, ordered from top to bottom: Varnish, Color, White. Keep the masks needed to define printed areas. Use Normal blend mode and do not merge the three print layers together. For vector artwork or separately exported layers, contact us to confirm spot-color settings and matching dimensions.
Color profiles
Use Adobe RGB (1998) for RGB artwork or PrintWide2020 for CMYK artwork. Embed the profile when saving or exporting. Download the working color profiles or request them from our studio.
To preserve the current appearance as closely as possible when changing profiles, use Convert to Profile. Assigning a profile keeps the color values but changes how they are interpreted, so the appearance may change. For untagged artwork, or if you are unsure which profile belongs to the file, contact us before assigning one.
Color references and proofs
Use a calibrated display and suitable lighting when reviewing color. Paper, surface finish and viewing conditions affect the printed result. We accept mailed physical references for some projects; contact us first to discuss matching requirements. A test print is recommended before a larger run.
Resolution and final size
Prepare raster artwork at 300–600 PPI at the final printed size, with a minimum of 300 PPI. Keep the original image data. Vector artwork is not limited by raster resolution, but embedded raster images still need sufficient resolution. Contact us if a large image needs upscaling; suitability varies and artifacts may appear.
Coaster shape and bleed
Use the template for the selected coaster material and shape. Artwork may be trimmed to a square, rounded square, hexagon or circle as applicable. Extend borderless artwork by ⅛ inch on each side where required by the supplied guide.
Using templates
Use the template for your exact product, size and finishing option. Place a positioning guide at 100% scale, or open the template and place your artwork into it. Ask us for a guide if your size is not listed.
Before you start
Save a separate production copy of your artwork and keep your original design. Use raster artwork at 300–600 PPI at the final printed size, with Adobe RGB (1998) or PrintWide2020 embedded.
The White, Color and Varnish workflow also applies to coasters and art panels. The exposed surface is the coaster material; metallic or holographic effects depend on the material actually selected. Raised varnish adds thickness, so plan the design so drinkware sits steadily.
1. White layer
Place an opaque white fill at the bottom of the layer stack. Use a black-and-white mask to control where the white ink prints: white reveals the ink, and black hides it to expose the substrate. Where neither white nor color ink should print, apply the corresponding mask to the Color layer as well.
To reduce a visible white halo around fine details, make a carefully controlled inward adjustment to the white mask. Check the result at the final print scale and confirm small details with a test print.
2. Color layer
Place your artwork above the White layer. Color printed over white has a solid base; color printed directly on the substrate interacts with its appearance. A white area in the Color layer deposits no CMYK color ink. Prepare the production layer in Normal blend mode.
3. Varnish layer
Place the Varnish layer at the top. Use any clearly visible solid color on screen, with a grayscale mask defining the printed areas and varnish amount. The physical varnish is clear. A black mask hides varnish, white applies the full amount, and gray applies an intermediate amount.
Varnish can deepen the appearance of dark colors and create raised texture. Keep the distinction between varnish opacity and the percentage of black in the mask clear when preparing your file.
| Effect | Varnish opacity / mask | Application notes |
|---|---|---|
| No varnish | 0% opacity / 100% black mask | Leave the area unvarnished. |
| Full varnish | 100% opacity / white mask | Use small areas, approximately 1 inch across, and leave space between details to limit pooling. |
| Raised varnish | 70% opacity / 30% black mask | Avoid large continuous areas of approximately 3 inches across; excessive coverage may cause bubbles. |
| Fine raised detail | 50% opacity / 50% black mask | Use for smaller details with a subtler tactile effect. |
| Gloss coverage | 60% opacity / 40% black mask | Keep continuous coverage within the supplied design limits; do not cover the entire artwork. |
| Very thin varnish | 30% opacity / 70% black mask | Use for a lighter varnish application. |
| Subtle sheen | 12% opacity / 88% black mask | Creates a restrained sheen. |
| Near-invisible detail | 8–10% opacity / 90–92% black mask | Most visible from particular viewing angles. |
4. Save the production file
Keep Varnish, Color and White as three separate layers, in that top-to-bottom order, with their masks. Set blend modes to Normal; do not flatten the document into one layer. Resolve unsupported layer effects within the appropriate layer without merging the three print channels.
Use the supplied examples and contact us for help with complex effects. Prepress setup is billed at $30 per 30-minute increment when needed; properly prepared files do not require that setup service.
Downloads and references
Stock samples
Available stock samples are free; shipping is charged separately. Contact us for availability and shipping options. Outlying U.S. destinations may incur additional charges.
Custom test prints
Custom test prints are produced to order. Contact us for pricing and the appropriate size. To evaluate overall color economically, print at 25% of the original width and height—for example, a 24 × 36-inch design becomes 6 × 9 inches. To examine critical details, combine selected areas at their intended print scale on one test-wedge sheet.
Plan your schedule
Allow time for file review, test printing, adjustments, production and shipping. Ask us for a project-specific estimate, especially before convention season. Production begins after full payment and your approval of the final print-ready files. Contact us before placing a rush order; rush services are quoted and paid separately.
Display and selling guidance
Display a sample alongside drinkware so customers can see the print, material and any engraving. Identify ceramic, slate, bamboo or MDF clearly on your product label. Protect individual pieces with suitable clean packaging during transport.
Tell buyers to clean printed coasters gently with water and avoid dishwashers, solvents and harsh cleaners. Design raised varnish so drinkware sits steadily.
Suggested retail prices (USD)
These are suggested resale ranges, not Uproar’s production prices or a guarantee of sales. Set prices to suit your artwork, materials, presentation and market. Custom mat choices can affect packaged-print pricing.
Single: $20
Double: $18.50 each
Set of 4: $17 each
Approved content
SFW-based
General art / Original content
Artistic nudity / Classic figurative
Fan art / Gothic / Horror
Furry art (anthro / feral are welcome)
LGBTQ+ movements
NSFW-based, send for review
Violence / Excessive blood / Torture / Piercing
Sexual activity, BDSM etc
Adult furry art (anthro / feral)
Intimate LGBTQ+ content
Adult sexual wellness products
NOT Allowed
AI-generated content, deepfakes
Content that violates California & federal law
Unlicensed content, expired licenses or copyright infringement
Suicide, pedophile, and child abuse
Nonconsensual intimate imagery
B2B pricing for active creative businesses
Verified B2B clients can log in to see their pricing across our products. When we prepare a project quote or invoice, we apply the B2B discount manually to that quote or invoice.
Eligibility
We welcome artists, freelancers, studios, retailers and other active creative businesses. Examples of business activity include a shop photo with signage, a booth setup, active advertising or campaigns, or an active online store.
Resale documentation
B2B discounts and tax-exemption review are handled separately. For a tax-exemption request, provide the applicable California or multijurisdiction resale certificate and business-license documentation for review.
Downloads and references
Turn your artwork into custom coasters with vivid 10-ink UV printing and optional engraving on the back. Choose a surface and shape to suit your illustration, retail collection or branded gift.
Materials and shapes
| Material | Shapes and construction | Back / engraving |
|---|---|---|
| Ceramic | Square, hexagon or circle | Cork backing suitable for laser engraving |
| Slate | Square, hexagon or circle | Engravable back with silicone bumpers |
| Bamboo | ½-inch-thick rounded square or circle | Engravable back with silicone bumpers; engraving contrast is subtle |
| MDF | 3 mm rounded square or circle | Engravable back |
Varnish and artwork
White, Color and Varnish layers work in the same way as our other UV-printed products. Raised varnish adds thickness: keep areas supporting drinkware level so cups and glasses can sit steadily.
Care
Clean gently by hand with water. Do not put printed coasters in a dishwasher, and avoid solvents or harsh cleaners.
Layered UV artwork
Prepare a PSD or PSB with three separate layers, ordered from top to bottom: Varnish, Color, White. Keep the masks needed to define printed areas. Use Normal blend mode and do not merge the three print layers together. For vector artwork or separately exported layers, contact us to confirm spot-color settings and matching dimensions.
Color profiles
Use Adobe RGB (1998) for RGB artwork or PrintWide2020 for CMYK artwork. Embed the profile when saving or exporting. Download the working color profiles or request them from our studio.
To preserve the current appearance as closely as possible when changing profiles, use Convert to Profile. Assigning a profile keeps the color values but changes how they are interpreted, so the appearance may change. For untagged artwork, or if you are unsure which profile belongs to the file, contact us before assigning one.
Color references and proofs
Use a calibrated display and suitable lighting when reviewing color. Paper, surface finish and viewing conditions affect the printed result. We accept mailed physical references for some projects; contact us first to discuss matching requirements. A test print is recommended before a larger run.
Resolution and final size
Prepare raster artwork at 300–600 PPI at the final printed size, with a minimum of 300 PPI. Keep the original image data. Vector artwork is not limited by raster resolution, but embedded raster images still need sufficient resolution. Contact us if a large image needs upscaling; suitability varies and artifacts may appear.
Coaster shape and bleed
Use the template for the selected coaster material and shape. Artwork may be trimmed to a square, rounded square, hexagon or circle as applicable. Extend borderless artwork by ⅛ inch on each side where required by the supplied guide.
Using templates
Use the template for your exact product, size and finishing option. Place a positioning guide at 100% scale, or open the template and place your artwork into it. Ask us for a guide if your size is not listed.
Before you start
Save a separate production copy of your artwork and keep your original design. Use raster artwork at 300–600 PPI at the final printed size, with Adobe RGB (1998) or PrintWide2020 embedded.
The White, Color and Varnish workflow also applies to coasters and art panels. The exposed surface is the coaster material; metallic or holographic effects depend on the material actually selected. Raised varnish adds thickness, so plan the design so drinkware sits steadily.
1. White layer
Place an opaque white fill at the bottom of the layer stack. Use a black-and-white mask to control where the white ink prints: white reveals the ink, and black hides it to expose the substrate. Where neither white nor color ink should print, apply the corresponding mask to the Color layer as well.
To reduce a visible white halo around fine details, make a carefully controlled inward adjustment to the white mask. Check the result at the final print scale and confirm small details with a test print.
2. Color layer
Place your artwork above the White layer. Color printed over white has a solid base; color printed directly on the substrate interacts with its appearance. A white area in the Color layer deposits no CMYK color ink. Prepare the production layer in Normal blend mode.
3. Varnish layer
Place the Varnish layer at the top. Use any clearly visible solid color on screen, with a grayscale mask defining the printed areas and varnish amount. The physical varnish is clear. A black mask hides varnish, white applies the full amount, and gray applies an intermediate amount.
Varnish can deepen the appearance of dark colors and create raised texture. Keep the distinction between varnish opacity and the percentage of black in the mask clear when preparing your file.
| Effect | Varnish opacity / mask | Application notes |
|---|---|---|
| No varnish | 0% opacity / 100% black mask | Leave the area unvarnished. |
| Full varnish | 100% opacity / white mask | Use small areas, approximately 1 inch across, and leave space between details to limit pooling. |
| Raised varnish | 70% opacity / 30% black mask | Avoid large continuous areas of approximately 3 inches across; excessive coverage may cause bubbles. |
| Fine raised detail | 50% opacity / 50% black mask | Use for smaller details with a subtler tactile effect. |
| Gloss coverage | 60% opacity / 40% black mask | Keep continuous coverage within the supplied design limits; do not cover the entire artwork. |
| Very thin varnish | 30% opacity / 70% black mask | Use for a lighter varnish application. |
| Subtle sheen | 12% opacity / 88% black mask | Creates a restrained sheen. |
| Near-invisible detail | 8–10% opacity / 90–92% black mask | Most visible from particular viewing angles. |
4. Save the production file
Keep Varnish, Color and White as three separate layers, in that top-to-bottom order, with their masks. Set blend modes to Normal; do not flatten the document into one layer. Resolve unsupported layer effects within the appropriate layer without merging the three print channels.
Use the supplied examples and contact us for help with complex effects. Prepress setup is billed at $30 per 30-minute increment when needed; properly prepared files do not require that setup service.
Downloads and references
Stock samples
Available stock samples are free; shipping is charged separately. Contact us for availability and shipping options. Outlying U.S. destinations may incur additional charges.
Custom test prints
Custom test prints are produced to order. Contact us for pricing and the appropriate size. To evaluate overall color economically, print at 25% of the original width and height—for example, a 24 × 36-inch design becomes 6 × 9 inches. To examine critical details, combine selected areas at their intended print scale on one test-wedge sheet.
Plan your schedule
Allow time for file review, test printing, adjustments, production and shipping. Ask us for a project-specific estimate, especially before convention season. Production begins after full payment and your approval of the final print-ready files. Contact us before placing a rush order; rush services are quoted and paid separately.
Display and selling guidance
Display a sample alongside drinkware so customers can see the print, material and any engraving. Identify ceramic, slate, bamboo or MDF clearly on your product label. Protect individual pieces with suitable clean packaging during transport.
Tell buyers to clean printed coasters gently with water and avoid dishwashers, solvents and harsh cleaners. Design raised varnish so drinkware sits steadily.
Suggested retail prices (USD)
These are suggested resale ranges, not Uproar’s production prices or a guarantee of sales. Set prices to suit your artwork, materials, presentation and market. Custom mat choices can affect packaged-print pricing.
Single: $20
Double: $18.50 each
Set of 4: $17 each
Approved content
SFW-based
General art / Original content
Artistic nudity / Classic figurative
Fan art / Gothic / Horror
Furry art (anthro / feral are welcome)
LGBTQ+ movements
NSFW-based, send for review
Violence / Excessive blood / Torture / Piercing
Sexual activity, BDSM etc
Adult furry art (anthro / feral)
Intimate LGBTQ+ content
Adult sexual wellness products
NOT Allowed
AI-generated content, deepfakes
Content that violates California & federal law
Unlicensed content, expired licenses or copyright infringement
Suicide, pedophile, and child abuse
Nonconsensual intimate imagery
B2B pricing for active creative businesses
Verified B2B clients can log in to see their pricing across our products. When we prepare a project quote or invoice, we apply the B2B discount manually to that quote or invoice.
Eligibility
We welcome artists, freelancers, studios, retailers and other active creative businesses. Examples of business activity include a shop photo with signage, a booth setup, active advertising or campaigns, or an active online store.
Resale documentation
B2B discounts and tax-exemption review are handled separately. For a tax-exemption request, provide the applicable California or multijurisdiction resale certificate and business-license documentation for review.
Downloads and references
- Verified B2B clients: log in for your pricing. We apply your B2B discount to custom quotes and invoices.