Three particular techniques worth highlighting

Varnish is integral to shaping the final character of every SteelBook® edition

An artistic signature that defines both the look and feel of the final product. Choose from high-gloss brilliance that intensifies colour and contrast, or matte and satin finishes that create a refined, velvety aesthetic.

Enhance select elements with partial spot gloss, introduce tactile silkscreen textures, or elevate your edition with glow-in-the-dark effects.

Varnish is more than protection - it is a creative tool that adds depth, dimension, and sensory richness.

Sculpted Steel, Elevated Design

Embossing and debossing transform the SteelBook® surface into a three-dimensional canvas.

By raising or recessing specific elements of the artwork, these techniques add sculptural detail that enhances visual impact and invites touch.

The result is a SteelBook® edition that feels as premium as it looks - crafted with precision, depth, and unmistakable artistry.

Creative Use of White. Where Metal Meets Imagination

Unlike traditional printing, SteelBook® artwork begins with the natural metallic surface of the steel.

The white layer becomes a powerful creative instrument - applied opaquely for vivid colour, reduced for translucency, or removed entirely to reveal the metal beneath.

This interplay between steel, white, and colour unlocks shimmering metallic effects, luminous highlights, and unique visual depth.

It is a technique that transforms each SteelBook® into a piece of art that collector’s treasure.

The Sky is the Limit

At Scanavo, we guide you through every step of this creative journey, ensuring your SteelBook® artwork reaches its fullest and most breathtaking potential.

Our in-house specialists support you from the very first sketch. We review your preliminary artwork, provide all necessary templates, and help you tailor your graphics precisely to the SteelBook® layout. You’ll receive thoughtful recommendations on colour choices, finish and white-layer usage, embossing possibilities and more.

Each suggestion helps you to elevate your design with sophistication and clarity.

The Last and Final Touch

Once your artwork and finishes are approved, we prepare a final proof on a flat piece of steel, allowing you to experience the true effect of colours, white layers and varnish before production begins.

Together, we ensure that every SteelBook® edition delights your consumers with the finest home entertainment packaging available.

Our Creative Lab is the heart of this creative process

The place where imagination becomes reality. Here, our art directors, designers, artists, and passionate gaming and movie enthusiasts work side by side to bring your vision to life. Whether you’re seeking new key artwork, 3D renders, large-scale packaging concepts

Our Creative Lab develops complete SKU configurations for the entertainment industry, handling everything from concept to delivery with agility, insight, and a deep understanding of what makes a SteelBook® truly stand out.

Unleash the power of the Creative Lab, and we’ll show you not just something new… but something magical.

Elevate Your Next Release

Throughout the entire process, Scanavo’s Creative Lab is always ready to advise you, or your agency, on how to best utilize the white layer within your artwork, ensuring a flawless and elegant final result.

Let’s talk about your next SteelBook® release