Knowledge Base

Printing 101: Knowledge Base

We have been printing for businesses and organisations across Bucks and Montgomery County since 1980. These plain-English guides explain the terms and specs you will meet when ordering print, so your files are right the first time.

Keep text inside the safe zoneBleed (0.125")Trim lineSafe zone

Bleeds, Trim & Safe Zone

Why artwork that runs to the edge needs a little extra, and where to keep your important text.

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#10 (4 1/8 x 9 1/2)A7 (5 1/4 x 7 1/4)9 x 12 catalog

Envelope Sizes Guide

Dimensions for the most common business and invitation envelopes, and what fits in each one.

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16-up step-and-repeat on one press sheet

Imposition Basics

How pages are arranged on a press sheet so they print, fold and cut correctly, and why you design single pages.

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Text weight: thin, flexibleLight coverHeavy cover: stiff, card-likeHigher gsm = heavier paper

Paper Weights & Finishes

Why 80 lb text and 80 lb cover are very different papers, and how to choose a stock and finish.

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