Door Hangers

Submission specifications for Door Hangers

Add 3 mm bleed.

To allow leeway for cutting differences in production, always add a bleed of 3 mm around all edges of your design. Make sure colours, background pictures and layouts extend into the bleed area so as to avoid leaving white lines as a result of cutting tolerances.

Keep 4 mm safety margin

Keep all important text and images at least 4 mm away from the edge of the finished size. Exclusive finishes need to be within the safety margin

Use CMYK as the color mode.

Prepare your files using CMYK as the color mode, not RGB. Use colormode FOGRA39 (ISO Coated v2) for coated papertypes and colormode FOGRA47 (PSO Uncoated ISO12647) for uncoated papertypes. If you are unsure of the colour mode of your file, don't worry we can always convert this for you. Keep in mind this can cause the colours to differ from the original file.

Resolution of at least 300 dpi.

Make sure the resolution of the images and graphics in your artwork are at least 300 dpi.

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.

Make sure the ink coverage isn't higher than 300%.

Force Color Images to CMYK with a 260% ink limit (in Photoshop > Convert Color Profile > Photoshop 5 Default CMYK). Make sure the ink coverage isn't higher than 300%.

Save your files in uneditable, print-ready file formats.

Save your files in uneditable, print-ready file formats (PDF (1.4 or higher), TIFF, EPS, JPG). Deliver your files in one layer: the background layer.

For preparing your file we recommend to use our template.

For preparing your file we recommend to use our template. This is the best way to deliver your file perfectly. Because this product has a shape/special die cut and the only way to get this visible is by using our template.

Check your artwork on overprint.

Make sure no elements in your artwork are set on overprint. Unless you want this effect in your design. The degree of transparency in printing depends on the ink, material, and printing method used.

Check line thickness

Lines should be at least 0.25 pt. Negative lines should be at least 0.5 pt.

Use the right values for full color black.

Use Rich Black (C:63% M:52% Y:51% K:100%) for larger areas and text to get a deep black color. Do not use this value for text smaller than 15 pt or plain text. This can only be used in full color printing. For designing black smaller texts use 100% black.

Fonts should be at least 6pt.

Fonts should be at least 6 pt.

Frequently Asked Questions for Door Hangers

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

• A doorhanger is a solid piece of cardboard made to fit the shape of a traditional door knob or handle. The hole on top makes it easy to hang up on a doorknob, and is widely used in a hotel for example.
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  This product is used to / as:
• Use for promotion, as you can hang it almost anywhere
• Send your message or for giving to customers/clients
• Use as a ''business card'' for a laundromat for example

What is the fastest possible turnaround?

• The fastest possible turnaround for Door Hangers is:
• 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 carriers are used for the delivery?

• For the delivery of your Door Hangers 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).
• DHL

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

• The Door Hangers 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.

In which sizes can I get my doorhangers?

• The doorhangers are available in one size: 91 x 297 MM (standing)

Which materials can I choose from?

• Most used: 350 gsm silk mc is the official name of this material. This material is good for premium products. This high-end smooth material has a matt look and is the thickest paper type we have (0,4 mm).
• Deluxe hanger: 350 gsm glossy. The glossy finish on this paper will let your door hanger stand out! These glossy door hangers are real eye-catchers and will impress your customers!
• Deluxe Hanger: 350gsm Matt. These door hangers feature a matt finish, giving your hangers a luxurious look! Impress your customers with door hangers printed on matt paper.