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Premium book printing – what really makes the “wow” effect
Printing a premium book is a combination of the right materials, technology and details. Paper, binding, finishing and quality of design preparation are crucial. It is the sum of these elements that makes a book look professional and immediately make a good first impression. In practice, the “wow” effect very rarely results from a single… czytaj dalej
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Book spine – why a printer needs it
The book spine is not a detail, but a key element of the design of the entire publication. Its width is determined by specific parameters and must be carefully matched to the design. That’s why the printer always asks about it – without this information it is impossible to properly prepare the cover for printing.… czytaj dalej
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Print files – 7 mistakes that printers see every day
Print files have a huge impact on the entire production process. Even small errors can lead to delays, corrections or quality degradation. That’s why it’s a good idea to treat file preparation as an integral part of the project, rather than the last “quick fix” step. In practice, well-prepared files mean less stress, faster production… czytaj dalej
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Creasing – what it is and when it’s necessary in printing
In the world of printing, many processes take place even before the finished product reaches the customer. One of these is creasing. This is a technique that often remains invisible to the end user, but has a huge impact on the aesthetics and durability of the printed material. czytaj dalej
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Playing card printing – how sets with 20 different motifs are produced
At first glance, playing cards printing seems simple: design, print, cut and done. In practice, however, producing sets with many different motifs – for example, 20 variants in one set – is one of the more challenging jobs in a printing house. Below we show step-by-step how playing card printing looks like in such a… czytaj dalej
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Pages of a book – why they are always multiples of four
The fact that the pages of a book are multiples of four is a direct result of printing technology and the way the sheets of paper are folded. Each sheet forms a certain number of pages, and the entire book is a collection of such folds. Therefore, even if two pages are “missing” from the… czytaj dalej
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Book printing cost – why two quotes can differ by 40%
In practice, book printing cost depends on many technological and production factors that are not always obvious to the ordering party. Clients are very often surprised when they receive several quotes for printing a book and see huge differences in price. Sometimes two quotes for the same project can differ by as much as 30-40%. czytaj dalej
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Bookbinding processes – a glossary of terms worth knowing before printing
Bookbinding processes are an integral part of the production of printed materials. They are what turn sheets of paper into finished products – from simple flyers to complex book publications and packaging. Knowledge of these concepts facilitates communication with the printing house and helps to better plan the project already at the stage of preparing… czytaj dalej
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Dye-printed paper – when to use it
Dye-printed paper is a solution that is increasingly appearing in premium designs, corporate identities and art publications. Its characteristic feature is that the color is not just on the surface, but permeates the entire cross-section of the sheet. As a result, edges, creases and cutting areas maintain a uniform color, without a white “core.” czytaj dalej
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Print-ready design – 6 signals that it is not ready after all
A print-ready design is not only about aesthetics, but, above all, technical correctness. If even one of the signals described appears in your file, it’s worth stopping for a moment and checking the details. Printing is a precise process – and minor shortcomings at the design stage can grow into big problems in production. czytaj dalej
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Sample print run – when it’s a good idea to do a test before the big print run
A sample print run is not a mandatory step in every project, but in many cases it is a reasonable precaution. It allows you to check the real effect, test materials and avoid costly surprises. If you’re not sure whether a proof run is necessary for your project, it’s worth consulting with the printer. Sometimes… czytaj dalej
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Printing house workflow – what a day looks like from order to shipment
A well-planned printing house workflow – what a day looks like from order to shipment workflow is the key to quality, timeliness and efficiency. What happens at the print shop when you click “send inquiry”? Many people think that it’s enough to send the file and it’s done – the machine prints, the courier picks… czytaj dalej
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Paper thickness – 5 questions that customers ask most often
Paper thickness is one of the most common topics discussed with print shop customers – whether printing books, flyers or packaging. In this article, we’ve collected the 5 most common questions asked by customers who don’t work with print on a daily basis, but want to get the paper thickness right for their project. czytaj dalej
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Ring eye staples – when should they be used?
Ring eye staples are an underrated but very practical solution that combines the aesthetics of a brochure with the convenience of a binder. They do not affect the structure of the document, do not require additional manual operations, and at the same time look professional and neat. czytaj dalej
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Textured paper – 5 things you should know before printing
Textured paper is a material with great potential, but also with many nuances. Before you decide to use it, make sure it fits the form of printing, the type of graphics and your expectations. And if you are not sure – ask the printer for samples, suggestions and examples of implementation. Sometimes just one detail… czytaj dalej