{"id":1860,"date":"2026-03-23T22:50:31","date_gmt":"2026-03-23T22:50:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lucky-labels.co.uk\/?p=1860"},"modified":"2026-03-23T22:51:03","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T22:51:03","slug":"rgb-vs-cmyk-the-complete-guide-for-perfect-print-results","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lucky-labels.co.uk\/index.php\/2026\/03\/23\/rgb-vs-cmyk-the-complete-guide-for-perfect-print-results\/","title":{"rendered":"RGB vs CMYK: The Complete Guide for Perfect Print Results"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Introduction<\/strong><\/h2>\n

RGB vs CMYK. If you have ever printed a design and thought, \u201cWhy do the colours look different?\u201d<\/em> \u2014 you are not alone.<\/p>\n

This is one of the most common problems in printing. And in most cases, it comes down to one thing: RGB vs CMYK<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Understanding the difference between these two colour modes is essential if you want your labels, packaging, or marketing materials to look professional and consistent.<\/p>\n

In this guide, I will explain it in a simple, practical way \u2014 no jargon, no confusion. Just what you need to know as a business owner, designer, or brand.<\/p>\n

What is RGB?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

RGB stands for Red, Green, Blue<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

It is a colour system used for digital screens<\/strong> \u2014 phones, laptops, TVs, and websites.<\/p>\n

RGB works using light<\/strong>. Colours are created by mixing different intensities of red, green, and blue light.<\/p>\n

When all three are at full power, you get white.<\/strong> When there is no light, you get black<\/strong><\/p>\n

This is why colours on your screen look:<\/p>\n