Books: Perfect Bind
Perfect bound books with a square, printed spine for catalogs, manuals, novels and yearbooks.
- 5 stocks to choose from
- Free proof and file check
- Pick up in Brooklyn or ship nationwide
Free artwork check on every order. Need a design? Our designers can help.
Perfect bound books with a square, printed spine for catalogs, manuals, novels and yearbooks.
Digital printing is ideal for short runs and quick turnarounds: order as few as 25 pieces, change versions freely and have them ready in a day or two.
Paper stocks
- 80# gloss text: a mid-weight glossy paper for brochures, catalogs and inserts.
- 100# gloss text: a heavy glossy paper, ideal for brochures, flyers and catalog covers.
- 70# uncoated text: a writable, matte paper that works well for forms, letterhead and newsletters.
- 100# gloss cover (cover)
- 14pt gloss cover (cover)
Finishing options
Perfect Bind, Cover lamination, Tabs.
Turnaround
Production options: 2 to 3 business days, 3 to 5 business days. Production time starts once your proof is approved and does not include shipping; pick up in Brooklyn to save a day.
| Size | 5.5 x 8.5, 8.5 x 11, 8.5 x 5.5 (landscape), Custom size |
|---|---|
| Paper | 80# gloss text, 100# gloss text, 70# uncoated text, 100# gloss cover (cover), 14pt gloss cover (cover) |
| Color | 4/4 (Full color both sides), 1/1 (Black both sides) |
| Finishing | Perfect Bind, Cover lamination, Tabs |
| Quantity | 25, 50, 100, 250, 500, 1,000, 2,500+ |
| Turnaround | 2 to 3 business days, 3 to 5 business days |
File requirements
- PDF, TIF or JPG, flattened, at 300 dpi.
- CMYK color mode. RGB files are converted and colors may shift.
- 0.125" bleed on all sides, and keep text 0.125" from the trim edge.
- Fonts embedded or converted to outlines. No crop marks.
Read the full print specifications or ask our design team to set up your file.
Need a sized template for books: perfect bind? Ask us and we will send one for your exact size.
What sizes do you print books: perfect bind in?
Standard sizes are 5.5 x 8.5, 8.5 x 11, 8.5 x 5.5 (landscape), and custom sizes are available on request.
How fast can you print books: perfect bind?
Production options are 2 to 3 business days, 3 to 5 business days, counted from proof approval. Local pickup at 1768 E 49th St, Brooklyn is available as soon as the job is finished.
Which stock should I choose for books: perfect bind?
We offer 80# gloss text, 100# gloss text, 70# uncoated text, 100# gloss cover (cover), 14pt gloss cover (cover). Send us a note about how the piece will be used and we will recommend the best match, or request free samples.
What is the minimum quantity for books: perfect bind?
Quantities start at 25. Need a different amount or a quote on a larger run? Use the form on this page and we will price it the same business day.
Request a quote for books: perfect bind
Pick your options and we will reply with pricing, usually the same business day.
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