Postcards - In-house Printing

Common postcard sizes include 4" × 6", 5" × 7", 5.5" × 8.5" and 6" × 9". Other sizes may also be available depending on your project.

Yes. Postcards can often be trimmed to a custom size. Contact us before preparing the artwork so we can confirm the finished dimensions and provide the correct file specifications.

Postcards are normally printed on cardstock to give them a sturdy, professional feel. Different paper weights and finishes are available to match the look and purpose of your project.

Coated cardstock gives photographs and colors a smooth, vibrant appearance. Uncoated cardstock has a more natural finish and is easier to write on. The best choice depends on the design and how the postcard will be used.

Yes. Postcards can be printed on one or both sides. Two-sided printing provides more room for photographs, promotional details, event information and contact information.

Yes. Full-color printing is ideal for photographs, illustrations, logos and branded designs. Postcards may also be printed in black and white when a simpler appearance is preferred.

Yes, if any background color, photograph or design element extends to the finished edge. Add 0.125" of bleed on every side and extend the artwork completely through the bleed area.

The file should include the finished postcard size plus 0.125" of bleed on every side. For example, artwork for a finished 6" × 4" postcard should measure 6.25" × 4.25" with bleed.

Keep important text, logos and contact information at least 0.125" inside the finished trim edge. Keeping important content farther inside provides additional protection against normal cutting variation.

Images should normally be prepared at 300 DPI at their final printed size. Low-resolution images taken from websites or enlarged beyond their original size may appear blurry or pixelated when printed.

CMYK is the preferred color mode for commercial printing. Artwork created in RGB may shift slightly when converted for printing because screens and printing equipment produce colors differently.

A print-ready PDF is usually the best choice. The file should be prepared at the correct size with bleed included. Fonts should be embedded or converted to outlines, and images should be high resolution.

We can check the file for basic printing concerns such as size, bleed, margins and image quality. A file check does not normally include proofreading, so review all names, dates, prices and contact information carefully before submitting your order.

Yes. If you don’t have print-ready artwork, contact us about design assistance. Provide your text, logo, photographs, contact information and any brand colors you want included.

Quantity options depend on the postcard size, cardstock and finishing. Contact us if you need a small custom quantity or aren’t sure which option is best for your project.

Production time depends on the quantity, cardstock, finishing and current workload. Let us know before ordering if the postcards are needed for a specific event or deadline.