Letterpress Printing

Letterpress is one of the oldest forms of printing (15th century) – enduring largely due to the quality, luxury and prestige associated with this time-honored printing craft.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a letterpress printing?
Letterpress printing is a process (relief printing) by which an image or text is pressed into paper by a deep impression of an inked, raised metal surface (chase).
What are the most common letterpress card/invitation sizes?
The three most requested sizes are 2" x 3.5" (business card), 5" x 7" (postcard), and 6" x 9" (invitation).
What is the minimum order for a custom letterpress card?
Our minimum order is 500 per design. For cost comparison, we also give pricing for 1,000 units.
Can you produce a press sample before printing all of my letterpress cards?
Yes, a press sample can be produced prior to final production. However, we will have to charge accordingly for set up/press time. A 50% credit for the press sample will be applied to the final invoice, if the project is officially approved for production.
Can I see a digital proof before final production of my letterpress cards?
Yes, our pre-press department will provide two rounds of digital proofs for approval prior to final print production.Please note, any additional digital proofs will be billed accordingly.
What is the standard turnaround time for letterpress cards/invitations?
Once final proofs are approved, standard production time is 5-7 business days.Please note, production time may change depending on our current press schedule and how many specialty options have been selected.
Can I pick my own design/image for a custom letterpress cards??
Yes, if you provide high resolution artwork, we can print your custom design.
What is the best resolution to submit my artwork?
The preferred format for final artwork files/logos is a vector EPS file, with all type converted to outlines with a minimum resolution of 300 dpi. Any resolution lower will make the logos/images look pixelated or blurry. Please make sure to include a packaged InDesign file that includes all typefaces/links.
Do you offer a variety of paper stocks/materials for letterpress cards??
Yes, we offer are a variety of paper stocks/materials. Options include gloss, matte, coated, uncoated, silk, linen and texture papers/materials.
What are the standard/common font sizes for letterpress printing?
We recommend selecting a font point size ranging from 6 point (minimum) to 72 point (maximum).
What is duplex/mounting on a letterpress business card?
A duplex business card is when two paper stocks are pressed/fused together to create a double thick card.
What are the benefits of a duplex letterpress business card?
Certain specialty printing processes (embossing, letterpress, foil stamping) leave an impression (logo/text) when pressed into the paper and a duplex card will hide this impression to create a smooth and flawless finish.
Do you offer specialty printing business card options?
Yes, we offer embossing, foil stamping and thermography specialty options.
Can I color match to a specific Pantone color for my letterpress business cards?
Yes, we can match specific PMS colors for your brand/logo.
Do you offer round corners or custom die cut letterpress business cards?
Yes. Our minimum order is 500 cards per unique design.
Do you offer edge printing or edge foil stamping?
No. Edge gilding or printing is not a service that we offer.
Do you offer metal or steel business cards?
No. This is not a product that we offer.
Do you offer laser cut business cards?
No. This is not a product that we offer.
Can I supply my own paper for you to print my letterpress cards/invitations?
No. We cannot run any paper through our press that has not been sent directly from our paper-house. If there is a particular paper stock you are looking for, we can place a custom order for your cards.
My order is a rush, is a 24-48 hour turnaround possible for custom letterpress cards/invitations?
Please contact us as soon as possible, so we can check with our production department. Please note, rush turnaround will be billed accordingly.
How can I make a payment for my letterpress cards/invitations?
We accept all major credit cards and company checks. Please note, a job ticket must be created and payment is required before we can start proofing/final production.
Can you ship paper/printed samples for my review?
Unfortunately, we can not send out paper/printed samples without a job ticket being generated into our system.
Can I schedule an appointment to review sample/paper stocks?
Yes, we can schedule an appointment for you in our Jersey City showroom/production facility. There you can review various printed samples, paper stocks, and consult with a production specialist. Unfortunately, we do not schedule production appointments in our Manhattan corporate offices.
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