Pillows

Submission specifications for Pillows

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.

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.

Fonts should be at least 25 pt.

Fonts should be at least 25 pt.

Keep 20 mm safety margin.

Keep all important text and images at least 20 mm away from the edge of the finished size.

Add 1,5 mm bleed.

To allow leeway for cutting differences in production, always add a bleed of 1,5 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. You can submit your file with crop marks and printer's marks.

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, paper, and printing method used.

Resolution of at least 150 dpi.

Make sure the resolution of the images and graphics in your artwork are at least 150 dpi.

Frequently Asked Questions for Pillows

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

• Pillows are made from textile material and are the best way to stand out. You can print your Pillows with the coolest designs. The Pillows can be used as promotional items or as decoration.

What is the fastest possible turnaround?

• The fastest possible turnaround for Pillows is:
• 4 working days

Which production techniques do you use?

• For the production of your Pillows we use the following production technique(s):
• Sublimation: the printing is carried out at a high temperature, thereby the eco-friendly water based ink attaches directly to the material. The ink integrates into the material. The material remains flexible and is waterproof.
• Textile printing. With this technique we print the high quality cloth with water-based pigment inks, that provide crisp prints up to 600dpi with vibrant and dazzling colours.

Which carriers are used for the delivery?

• For the delivery of your pillows 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).

What are the washing instructions?

• Wash at a maximum of 30 degrees.
• No chlorine or bleach
• Do not dry clean
• Do not iron on the print
• Iron the fabric inside out, never iron the print

How long will the print last?

• With silk-screen printing and embroidering, the decoration will last at least 20 washes. After 20 washes the print may begin to fade in colour. In the case of a full colour, the printing will last at least 10 washes and the print can become less fierce after the first wash (2-10% less), especially with light fabrics. The above is only applicable if you strictly adhere to the washing instructions for the different types of printing.