Why Riso Printing Isn’t Outdated

A widespread assumption that Riso printing is outdated because it’s frequently linked to DIY projects. In reality, it’s the opposite.  ریسو  is an innovative analog technique that delivers vibrant, bold hues, fast turnaround times, and a unique tactile look that any digital method fails to duplicate.

Many assume that Riso printers can use one color per impression. While it is true that, each color requires a separate pass through the machine. But skilled designers use this limitation creatively to build complex, handcrafted color stacks that feel deliberately imperfect.

It’s often claimed that Riso prints fade quickly. In reality, the soy-based inks used in Riso machines are lightfast and durable and hold up well over time.

Many wrongly believe that Riso is only suitable for rough or amateur work. But professional designers and publishers use Riso for luxury publications, fine art prints, and product labels because of its tactile texture and bold color saturation.

There is also a misconception that Riso printing is slow. It doesn’t match the speed of high-volume digital presses, it performs brilliantly between 100–1000 units and can produce prints in minutes once the stencil is made.

Many conclude that Riso printing is inexpensive because it’s favored by underground artists. What you pay honors the process, premium paper stocks, and the personalized care applied to every print.

Riso isn’t a fallback, it’s a statement. It offers a unique character in a world of mass-produced uniformity and grows stronger because of its raw honesty, not in spite of its quirks.