Foil Fusion vs Toner Foiling - The Real Difference

When you’re capturing the delicate hand or footprint of your newborn baby, you’re not just making a print - you’re saving a moment in time you’ll never get back. That tiny curl of the toes, that soft spread of fingers… they change far too quickly. And when you choose to preserve that memory in foil, the quality of that foil makes all the difference.

Not all foil prints are created equal. And while toner foiling might look good at first glance, it simply may not stand the test of time.

What Is Toner Foiling?

Toner foiling is the most common method used by cheaper keepsake brands. It involves printing your artwork using a laser printer and then applying heat to press foil onto the toner.

The catch? It’s a surface-level process - and that means your precious print is only ever sitting on top of the paper, not fused with it.

Over time, toner foil prints can fade. They dull, peel or become patchy, especially if exposed to light or handled. That once-beautiful shimmering gold footprint can lose its magic within a few years. And just like that, a cherished keepsake becomes a faded memory.

Introducing Foil Fusion - Our signature process

At The Bespoke Foil Company, we knew that wasn’t good enough. That’s why we developed Foil Fusion, a unique process created with love, care and craftsmanship.

Foil Fusion is different. We use a high-pressure technique that bonds the foil directly into the paper fibres. No toner. No shortcuts. Just an incredibly durable, luxuriously smooth finish that reflects light beautifully and never fades away.

We created this method to ensure every little line in your baby’s footprint, every sweet swirl of their fingers, is captured for a lifetime - and beyond.

Why It Matters - Memories that last a lifetime

Your baby will never be this small again. That thought alone is enough to take your breath away. And if you're going to preserve this chapter of your story, shouldn't it be done in a way that lasts?

When you choose Foil Fusion, you’re choosing:

• A keepsake that won’t fade, crack or peel

• Rich foil colours (Gold, Silver, Rose Gold) that shine as beautifully as the day they’re made

• A process designed by parents, for parents - with zero compromise

• A finish that’s smooth to the touch and breath-taking to look at

• A memory your child can hold in their hands when they’re all grown up
  

Toner Foiling vs Foil Fusion – The comparison

Here’s a quick comparison to show just how different the two methods really are:

Toner Foiling

• Printed using a laser printer and toner ink

• Foil sticks to toner using heat

• Sits on the surface of the paper

• Prone to fading, patchiness and peeling

• Less detail and definition

• Not built to last
  

Foil Fusion

• Developed in-house at The Bespoke Foil Company

• Uses high pressure to fuse foil into paper fibres

• Long-lasting and fade-resistant

• Ultra-detailed finish with deep clarity

• Beautifully satin, premium look

• Designed to last a lifetime

  
  

One Kit. One Moment. A Lifetime of Memories.

Your baby’s tiny hand in yours. Their footprint stamped gently onto soft paper. It’s the start of a story you’ll want to remember forever.

Our Foil Hand & Footprint Kit makes that process simple, beautiful and lasting. And because it uses our exclusive Foil Fusion technique, you can trust that what you create today will still look just as stunning when your baby is all grown up.

These aren’t just keepsakes - they’re heirlooms in the making.

Don’t let your memories fade. Choose a keepsake that’s as strong as your love.