Flexible FormatsChoose standard, slim, square, social, index or fold-over formats for the way the card will be used.
Finishing ChoicesAdd lamination, foil, rounded corners or a custom contour when the design calls for a distinctive finish.
Rush ProductionCompare standard, two-day, next-day and same-day schedules when the selected configuration qualifies.
HorizontalWidth is greater than heightLandscape layouts are common for banners, storefront graphics, wall signage, fence graphics and wide display panels.
VerticalHeight is greater than widthPortrait layouts suit standing signs, window graphics, narrow wall graphics, directional panels and other tall displays.
Full ColorFull-color printing on one visible side or outside surface.Highlights: Bright color; photos; logos; illustrationsBest for: Flyers; posters; signs; covers; one-sided piecesConsider: Reverse or inside remains unprinted
GrayscaleBlack-and-gray printing on one visible side or outside surface.Highlights: Economical; clean; high-contrast reproductionBest for: Forms; handouts; manuals; text-heavy piecesConsider: Reverse or inside remains unprinted
Full Color Both SidesFull-color printing on both sides for pieces viewed from the front and back.Highlights: Color throughout; consistent brandingBest for: Postcards; cards; two-sided flyers; display piecesConsider: Artwork is required for both sides
Grayscale Both SidesGrayscale printing on both sides for text, forms and economical two-sided projects.Highlights: Economical two-sided printing; strong readabilityBest for: Manuals; forms; instructional pieces; handoutsConsider: Both sides print in grayscale
Gloss80, 100 & 130 lb CoverSmooth coated surface that makes photos, saturated colors and high-contrast graphics look brighter and more energetic.Highlights:Bright color; smooth coated surface; strong photo reproductionBest for:Brochures; flyers; postcards; promotional piecesConsider:Harder to write on than uncoated stocks
Matte80, 100 & 130 lb CoverLow-glare coated finish with a refined professional look and softer visual response than gloss.Highlights:Low-glare coated finish; refined appearanceBest for:Business collateral; brochures; premium handoutsConsider:Less reflective than gloss; still less writable than uncoated
Uncoated80, 100 & 130 lb CoverWritable, low-sheen paper with a natural tactile feel; useful for stationery, forms, appointment cards and note-friendly pieces.Highlights:Writable; natural feel; low sheenBest for:Forms; stationery; note cards; appointment cardsConsider:Colors can appear softer than on coated paper
C1S10 · 12 · 14 · 16 · 18 ptCoated on one side and uncoated on the reverse, making it especially useful for appointment, loyalty, reminder and write-on-back cards.Highlights:Coated front; uncoated reverseBest for:Appointment cards; loyalty cards; write-on-back piecesConsider:Front and reverse intentionally have different surfaces
C2S10 · 12 · 14 · 16 · 18 ptCoated on both sides for consistent color, smooth handling and a finished appearance on both the front and reverse.Highlights:Coated both sides; consistent smooth finishBest for:Business cards; postcards; rack cardsConsider:Less suitable when customers need to write on the piece
Linen, Laid & Strathmore80 & 100 lb Linen · 80 & 100 lb Laid · 88 lb StrathmoreStructured surface patterns give stationery, certificates, invitations and premium communication pieces a traditional upscale character.Highlights:Visible texture; premium feelBest for:Invitations; certificates; stationeryConsider:Texture can affect very fine screens or small details
Felt & Fiber80 & 100 lb Felt · 80 lb FiberSoft or tactile specialty surfaces add noticeable paper character when the material itself should contribute to the design.Highlights:Soft tactile feel; distinctive surfaceBest for:Invitations; premium cards; specialty brandingConsider:Texture can change how very fine artwork reproduces
Natural & Color80 & 100 lb Natural · 65 lb Bright Color · 67 lb Vellum PastelWarm, earthy or colored papers work well for understated branding, organic themes and designs that benefit from visible paper tone.Highlights:Visible paper tone; distinctive colorBest for:Invitations; specialty branding; themed piecesConsider:Paper color influences printed color appearance
Pearlized105 lb CoverA subtle reflective shimmer gives luxury, beauty, wedding and premium designs a more decorative surface without full metallic foil.Highlights:Subtle shimmer; premium appearanceBest for:Invitations; beauty; wedding; luxury piecesConsider:Appearance shifts under different lighting
Gloss LaminationHigh-sheen protective filmAdds visible shine, richer color contrast and added surface protection for pieces that benefit from a polished finish.Highlights:Gloss protection; richer appearanceBest for:Menus; cards; covers; high-touch piecesConsider:Adds sheen and reduces writability
Soft Touch LaminationVelvety low-sheen filmCreates a smooth premium hand feel with reduced glare, making the finished piece feel softer and more substantial.Highlights:Velvety tactile finish; premium feelBest for:Business cards; invitations; premium marketingConsider:Finger oils can show more on dark solid areas
Soft Touch + Foil?Artwork setupArtwork Setup for FoilFoil requires a normal CMYK print file plus a separate black-and-white mask file showing exactly where foil will be applied.Mask file: Use solid black for areas that receive foil and white for areas with no foil.File setup: Keep the foil mask aligned exactly with the CMYK print artwork.Details: Avoid extremely fine lines, tiny type and very small isolated elements.Foil color: Gold and silver use the same artwork setup; choose the foil color as the finishing option.Gold or silver · front only or both sidesCombines soft-touch lamination with metallic foil accents for logos, names, borders and other premium design details.Highlights:Soft-touch feel plus metallic accentBest for:Luxury cards; invitations; premium brandingConsider:Foil artwork requires a separate mask file
Standard Straight CutNo contour cutKeeps the finished piece in the standard rectangular, square or configured straight-cut shape.Highlights:Standard rectangular or square trimBest for:Most cards; flyers; inserts; conventional print piecesConsider:Choose custom cut when the finished outline should follow a shape
Custom Cut to Shape?Artwork setupArtwork Setup for Cut to Shape (Contour Cut)Create a closed vector path that follows the exact finished shape of the printed piece.Cut path: Place the contour path on a separate layer and keep it as vector artwork.Safety: Keep important text, logos and critical design elements safely inside the cut line.Shape: Avoid extremely small details, sharp inside corners and narrow projections.Bleed: Extend backgrounds past the cut line when printing reaches the finished edge.Closed vector cut path requiredCreates a custom silhouette around a logo, product, star, pet outline or other shape; keep critical content safely inside the cut path.Highlights:Custom outline; distinctive shapeBest for:Tags; specialty cards; promotional shapesConsider:Requires a clean vector contour path and safe margin
Square CornersNo rounded cornersMaintains the conventional straight-cut corner profile for a crisp, standard finished piece.Highlights:Standard straight corners; familiar finishBest for:Most cards; flyers; inserts; general printed piecesConsider:Choose rounded corners when a softer finished profile is preferred
4 Rounded Corners — 1/8"1/8" radius on all four cornersCreates a subtle softened edge while keeping the overall shape close to a standard rectangle.Highlights:Subtle rounded finish on all cornersBest for:Business cards; loyalty cards; tagsConsider:Keep critical artwork clear of the corner radius
4 Rounded Corners — 1/4"1/4" radius on all four cornersProduces a more noticeable curve for a softer, more contemporary finished profile.Highlights:More visible rounded profile on all cornersBest for:Cards; tags; premium promotional piecesConsider:Larger radius removes more of the corner area
2 Rounded Corners1/8" or 1/4" radiusRounds only the top-left and bottom-right corners while the other two remain square, creating an asymmetric specialty look.Highlights:Distinctive asymmetrical rounded finishBest for:Tags; specialty cards; creative piecesConsider:Confirm which two corners are rounded
No Shrink Wrapping Standard loose / bulk packagingUse when counted bundles are unnecessary and normal finished packaging is sufficient for storage or distribution.
Shrink Wrapping Sets of 25 · 50 · 100 · 250 · 500Creates counted wrapped bundles that simplify inventory, storage, multi-location distribution and internal handling.
3–4 Business DaysStandard productionBest for most estimator projects and configurations where normal production scheduling is acceptable.
2 Business DaysFormerly 2 Business DaysA faster production option for qualifying projects when you need your graphics sooner than the standard turnaround. Availability depends on the selected size, material, printing and finishing options.
Next Business DayRush productionFor urgent production-ready projects when the selected material, size and finishing qualify for next-business-day completion.
Same Business DayFastest rush option · cutoff appliesAvailable only for eligible configurations submitted production-ready before the applicable cutoff. Shipping or delivery time is separate.
Provide Artwork Separately Send the file laterBuild the estimate or order first when the artwork is still being finalized, then provide the production file afterward.
Upload Artwork Now Print-ready file is availableSubmit the production file immediately when the PDF or other approved artwork is complete and ready for prepress review.
Request Design Assistance Design / cleanup / prepress helpUse our team when artwork needs to be created, repaired, resized, adjusted or prepared correctly for production.
What makes this a short-run product?It supports practical quantities and several qualifying production speeds, making it useful for staff changes, events, design tests and urgent replenishment.
Can I order fold-over business cards?Yes. Use the flat-size template for the selected fold-over format and keep critical content clear of fold and trim areas. Rounded-corner templates do not apply to folded cards.
Which stock should I choose?Gloss and matte coated stocks support crisp color, uncoated stocks provide a natural writing surface, and textured, natural or pearlized choices add tactile or visual character.
Can I combine finishing options?Qualifying configurations can include lamination, foil, rounded corners, a custom contour or shrink wrapping. Availability depends on the selected size, stock and turnaround.
How should custom contour artwork be prepared?Supply the print artwork plus a clean vector cut path for the finished shape. Keep text and logos safely inside the cut line and avoid fragile points.
When does turnaround begin?Production begins after payment, usable artwork and required proof approval. Same-day and rush choices apply only to qualifying configurations and do not include delivery time.
