Hardback book printing

Submission specifications for Hardcover Books

Double page printing

The first interior page is always printed on the right. This means that double page printing e.g. images or text across both pages is not possible on this first page. For the rest of the booklet, interior pages are printed left to right and double page printing is possible.

Save the file for booklets as multi-page PDF document.

Save the file for booklets not as spreads, but as multi-page PDF document, starting with the cover page (NOTE: saving as a multi-page PDF means 1 PDF file with multiple pages inside). Delete empty unnecessary pages from the file with the final save. Desired blank pages have to stay in the file.

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 15 mm safety margin for the cover

Keep all important text and images at least 15 mm away from the edge of the finished size.

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.

Resolution of at least 300 dpi.

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

Use CMYK as the colour mode.

Prepare your files using CMYK as the colour mode, not RGB. Use colourmode FOGRA39 (ISO Coated v2) for coated papertypes and colourmode 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.

Frequently Asked Questions for Hardcover Books

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

• Hardcover Books are booklets with a hard cover and can contain up to 200 pages. The booklet contains the inner pages and the cover, which do not have to be the same. Brochures are available in various types of paper, combinations and number of pages.
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  This product is used:
• • Introduce people to your business
• Send your message or for giving to customers/clients
• • Provide information

What is the fastest possible turnaround?

• The fastest possible turnaround for Hardcover Books is:
• • 5 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 Hardcover Books we use the following production technique(s):
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  Digital printing uses four colours (CMYK) with toners and inks to print digital files. This option is comparable to large home printer, and is cheaper than ‘litho’ printing for smaller quantities. This is because there are less starting costs, less components involved, and no ink drying time necessary.

Is the amount of pages equal to the amount of paper sheets?

• No, this is because the brochures are being folded and printed on both sides. A papersheet gets folded in the middle so it covers 4 pages (2 on the front, 2 on the back).

Which materials can I choose from?

• 135gr gloss MC: this material is especially ideal for distribution. They are lightweight, yet half thicker than printing paper. Thickness: 0.11 mm
• 170gr silk MC: this material gives your product a business-look. It is ideal for use at a fair or business-stand. Thickness: 0,17mm
• 200gsm glossy paper is a thicker paper type and has a more luxurious look.

Which carriers are used for the delivery?

• For the delivery of your Hardcover Books we use multiple carriers. We use our most reliable carriers which in most cases are UPS or DPD.

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

• 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.