Standard Balloons

Submission specifications for Standard balloons (30cm)

Submit your file in Vector.

For this product we need a Vector file to ensure the print qualtity. Not sure if you have a Vector file, or do you want to know how to create it? Please read our Pixels vs. Vector article.

Convert fonts to outlines or embed all the fonts.

Make sure you convert fonts to outlines or embed all the fonts when saving it to PDF.

Use the PMS color code(s).

Use uncoated PMS colors for products printed on uncoated paper (offset paper, Biotop and Conqueror Vergé), and use coated PMS colors for products printed on machine coated papers (gloss and silk), and every other product printed with PMS colors (gifts, textiles etc.).

Bleed margin is not needed

Bleed margin is not needed.

Safety margin is not needed.

There is no safety margin needed for this product.

Lines and text should be at least 2.8 pt. (1 mm)

Lines and texts should be at least 2.8 pt. (1 mm)

Frequently Asked Questions for Standard balloons (30cm)

What is this product exactly? And what can I use it for?

• Hand out on parties and events
• Give at an opening of a store
• Distribute on events

What is the fastest possible turnaround?

• The fastest possible turnaround for Standard balloons (30cm) is:
• 2 working days
• NOTE: only applicable for products which require your design: To make sure that your order is delivered at the indicated time, it is important that we receive your file with your design for the product, on time (also called cut-off time). In this way the product can be moved into production on time. The deadline is always communicated in the final step when putting your product together and in the box on the right which details your entire order.
• The cut-off time for your printed item may vary. This depends on the combination you choose. This has to do with the manufacturing technique and / or the order quantities.
• NOTE: The product delivery shifts a day every time the deadline for submission has passed. This is also the case if the file is rejected by us and corrected artwork isn't supplied before the next cut off time.

Which production techniques do you use?

• For the production of your Standard balloons (30cm) we use the following production technique(s):
• Screen printing: in this technique, products are tensioned and then placed under a screen. A layer of ink will be lowered on top of the screen. The ink only adheres to the part of the screen that is permeable (your imprint).

Which carriers are used for the delivery?

• For the delivery of your Standard balloons (30cm) we use multiple carriers. Because of the highest reliability, in most cases we use UPS or DPD.
• UPS
• Other carriers we use are DHL and even our own courier service. These carriers are used for certain products (depending on the size, the turnaround and the quantity).

I can't find the product I'm looking for. Can I request a quotation?

• The Standard balloons (30cm) that is chosen in most cases can be selected via our website.
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  If your material type, weight, quantity, size or other specification is not listed, you can request a quotation. We will send you our offer within 1 working day.
• Depending on the complexity this can take a bit longer.

With how many colours are my balloons printed?

• Your balloons are printed with one colour. The balloons can be printed single - or double sided.

What is the diameter of the balloons?

• The balloons have a diameter of 33 cm. Are you looking for bigger ones? Have a look at our giant balloons.

What is the lenght of the ribbons?

• The length of the ribbons is approximately 110 cm.

What is the length of the sticks?

• The length of the sticks is approximately 30cm.

Of what material are balloons made?

• The balloons are made of latex. Latex is a 100% natural product which is 100% biodegradable.