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Discover professional brochure and booklet printing services tailored to make your business shine. Whether you need to print brochures for a tradeshow, design booklets for product showcases, or even print your own book, we’ve got you covered. Choose from a wide variety of sizes, bindings, and luxury paper options, including Saddle Stitch, Spiral Bound, Perfect Bound, and Hardback finishes. With high-quality materials and next-day delivery on selected products, we make it easy to create stunning and memorable marketing materials that captivate your audience. Start today and print booklets that stand out.

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Frequently asked questions

Got a question? We might have answered it here. If not, feel free to get in touch with The Team, we’re here to help! 

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How long will my print take to arrive?

Find out how quickly you can get your print by filling in your selected options in the product builder, and check out the delivery options at the bottom. You can also explore the available delivery options from your basket once you’ve added a product. 


You’ll notice that if you put multiple items into your basket, they may be sorted into “delivery groups” based on delivery days, in order to help us ship your items as quickly and efficiently as possible. Find out more about delivery groups here. 

Once your order has been dispatched you’ll get an email from us which includes a tracking code. You can also easily track the status of your delivery at any time by logging into your Account and checking the Orders page. 

Find out more about our delivery services here, including details of delivery options based on your region. 

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How do I set up my artwork for print?

Do you provide downloadable templates? 

On most of our product pages, you can find free downloadable templates to help you set up your artwork for print. They’re available in AI, IDML and PDF formats to suit the design software you’re working in. Our downloadable templates include key information on creating artwork as well as instructions on how to save out your print-ready PDF. 

What is bleed? 
Bleed is an area of print outside the document that must be added to your artwork before it’s sent off for print. By adding the all-important bleed (a minimum of 3mm on all edges), there’ll be no risk of white space left on your document and it'll be trimmed correctly without cutting into any design. Some products require a different amount of bleed, so be sure to check our downloadable templates to find out the correct amount. 

What is safe area?
The safe area is the space inside where your print will be trimmed. Keeping any important parts of your design away from this area will make sure that they aren’t accidentally trimmed off due to the natural movement while your print gets finished. Our downloadable templates will indicate the recommended amount of safe area for your print. 

What’s the difference between RGB and CMYK? ​​
RGB is the colour gamut used to display images on a computer screen, and stands for Red, Green and Blue. CMYK is the colour gamut used for conventional printing, and stands for Cyan, Magenta, Yellow and Black. Unless you’re printing Gicée Fine Art Prints, Photographic Prints or Mugs, please set up your artwork in CMYK. 

Why do I need to embed fonts? 
If you don’t embed fonts and your document is opened on another computer system that doesn’t have access to the original fonts, different fonts will be substituted instead. This could really affect the look of your finished print. Embedding fonts into your original design will stop them from changing. Find out how to embed your fonts here. 

How to export a PDF 
Exporting your design into a print-ready PDF is easy. We’ve created some handy video guides which will take you through the process which you can find here. 

Find lots more artwork tips here, including if you’re printing any special finishes such as foiling. For products with multiple pages, such as Brochures or Booklets, explore our book printing guide here. 

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What paper is recommended for printing booklets?

It depends on the look and feel you're aiming for!


  • Want something luxurious? Consider premium options like Tintoretto Gesso. They add a touch of elegance to your booklet.
  • Looking to showcase sustainability? A recycled paper option would be perfect for demonstrating your eco-friendly values.
For Saddle Stitch Booklets, we suggest sticking to paper stocks under 200gsm. Anything heavier can make the booklet bulky and harder to lay flat. For Perfect Bound or Spiral Bound, you’ve got more flexibility, the spine can handle a variety of paper stocks!

If you're unsure, feel free to explore our guide to book printing here, or reach out to The Team, we're always happy to advise!

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How do I arrange my pages for Booklet printing?

The way you arrange your pages will depend on the type of binding you choose: 


  • Saddle Stitch: Arrange your document as single pages in order, one after another. The first page will be your front cover, and the last page will be the back cover. 
  • Perfect Bound: Submit your inner pages as single pages to ensure everything is sequenced and laid out perfectly. This helps position each page correctly, so your booklet looks polished and professional when printed and bound. 
For cover pages, you have two options. You can upload it as a full spread (front, spine, and back combined) for a unified design or as separate single pages if the front and back covers are different. This flexibility ensures your design reflects your vision exactly as intended. 

Not sure how to prepare your file? Explore our artwork support guide for book printing here. 

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How can I protect my Brochures and Booklets from damage?

To keep your product in great condition, try these tips:


  • Choose a sturdy cover: Opt for durable materials and consider lamination for extra protection.
  • Store smartly: Keep them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent fading or wear.
  • Handle gently: Avoid bending or creasing to maintain their shape and alignment.
  • Clean carefully: Use a soft, dry cloth to remove any dirt or smudges from the cover or pages.
These simple steps will help your materials last longer and stay presentable!

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How do I calculate my spine width?

Calculating your spine width for Perfect Bound Books is easier than you think! Simply reach out to The Team, and we’ll happily help you work it out. Once you’ve got the measurement, make sure to adjust your page dimensions to include the spine width for seamless printing and binding:


  • Keep all text and artwork 5mm away from the spine to avoid cut-offs.
  • If your spine is under 5mm, it’s best not to use text here for a professional look.
  • Got text running across the pages? Remember, it could get lost in the spine. For every 10 pages you add, increase the non-text area by 1mm.
For more information, check out our artwork support page for book printing here. If you have any more questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch—we’re here to help!

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What's the difference between pages and leaves?

A "page" refers to one side of a sheet of paper—so when you look at both sides of a sheet, that's two pages. A "leaf," on the other hand, is a single sheet of paper, which has two pages (front and back). For example, if a book has 100 pages, it actually contains 50 leaves. The number of pages you choose in our product builder is the pages you need, not leaves, and includes 4 pages for your front and back outer and inner covers.
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