Date: October 26, 2023 Subject: Cross-Reference Analysis and Best Practices for TCX to C Conversion
If you are managing a project that moves from fabric (TCX) to print (Pantone C), follow these rules to avoid costly reprints: tcx to pantone c
| Pros | Cons | | :--- | :--- | | Cross-Industry Consistency: Ensures your branding matches your apparel line. | Substrate Discrepancy: You cannot replicate the texture of cotton on glossy paper. | | Cost Efficiency: You don't need to re-mix custom colors for printing; you use standard C inks. | Inaccuracies: Dark colors on cotton often look muddy when converted to paper inks. | | Digital Speed: Adobe Illustrator/Pantone Connect makes this a 2-second job. | Legacy Issues: Newer Pantone libraries (like the Plus Series or Pantone 2023 updates) may shift the numbers, causing mismatches with older TCX swatches. | Date: October 26, 2023 Subject: Cross-Reference Analysis and
A gloss lamination over your Pantone C printed box will drastically change the color, making it look much darker and closer to a TCX texture. If you are laminating your print, you should order a laminated Pantone C swatch to compare against the cotton. | Inaccuracies: Dark colors on cotton often look