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Global Reach: Cost-Effective Magazine Postage Solutions for Publishers
Binding Options Overview
Explore magazine binding options: saddle stitch, perfect binding, and spiral binding. Consider durability, cost, and project needs for optimal binding choice.
Magazine Paper Types
Guide to choosing the best paper for magazine printing, including types, finishes, and factors like content, budget, and sustainability.
Ideal Paper Weights for Magazine, Catalogue and Brochure Printing
What paper weight should you use for your print project? Different weights of paper are commonly used for different printed items, so what is the best paper weight for a specific job? From our experience of over 25 years working in this industry, we consider and recommend the best weights for your print job. As
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Tips for Professional Brochure Printing in the digital age
Professional Brochure Printing Brochures are a key marketing tool to spread the word about your brand. You can reach new customers and inform your loyal customers about your products and services. In the digital age with life being online, your printed brochure is tangible, it has value and makes your brand memorable in a way
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Binding explained: Saddle stitching, Perfect Bound and PUR
A brief explanation of the different binding options and when best to use them What is Saddle stitching? Saddle stitching is a binding method which places wire staples through paper, the name is thought to come from the ‘saddle’ apparatus which the collated paper is placed over when it is stapled together. Saddle stitching is
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Printing Stocks: What are LWC, MWC and wood free paper?
The type of paper or card you choose for your print project can either make or break your product, so it’s useful to have an understanding about paper stocks so you can make the right decision.
Mail Fulfilment: Wrapping or Stuffing?
If you have a product that needs mailing out then mail fulfilment is another print services element which needs careful consideration.
Printing Colours Explained
CMYK vs PMS vs RGB Most magazines, catalogues, and brochures are produced using the CMYK process. So what does this mean? Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Key (aka Black) are the four colours that make up CMYK. Inkjet printers commonly use these four ink colours for printing. Various amounts of these 4 colours are mixed together
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Cover finishes: Laminates, UV Varnishes and more
Cover finishes – Laminates, UV varnishes and more explained With cover finishes such as laminates and varnishes you can add an element of quality, durability and creativity to your magazine, catalogue, or brochure printing. As part of the printing process, particularly with digital and web printing presses, finishes can be applied in-line or they can
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