Printing Talk

First published: 14 March 2018 | Updated: 30 September 2026 Your wedding invitation is the first little glimpse guests get of the day you are planning. Whether that means soft watercolour flowers, rich jewel tones, rustic kraft card or shimmering gold foil, the right design should feel like the two of you and set the…

First published: 23 December 2020 | Updated: 30 September 2026 The best paper for a leaflet or brochure depends on how it’ll be used: uncoated paper for anything that needs writing on, gloss for bold, colourful visuals, silk for an elegant middle ground, and matte for a modern, understated feel. Beyond paper, your fold style…

First published: 25 November 2019 | Updated: 14 September 2026 The right font can make or break a poster before anyone’s even read the message on it. Sans serif fonts like Helvetica and Futura are the safest choice for readability, especially at a distance, while decorative and serif fonts like Bodoni or Lavanderia add personality…

First published: 03 January 2020 | Updated: 14 September 2026 The best business card font depends on more than just legibility; it should reflect the impression you want to make. A graphic designer might reach for something distinctive and artistic, while a financial professional is usually better served by something simple and direct. Here are…

First published: 6 December 2017 | Updated: 3 September 2026 A good business letterhead does two jobs at once: it makes a professional first impression, and, for UK limited companies, it legally must display certain information under the Companies Act 2006. Get the legal requirements right first; they’re non-negotiable. Then use the layout styles below…

First published: 3 October 2019 | Updated: 3 September 2026 The standard UK business card size is 85mm x 55mm (8.5cm x 5.5cm), close to the size of a credit card. For artwork with a bleed, design at 91mm x 61mm, which works out to roughly 1075px x 721px at 300 DPI. Here’s the full…

First published: 9 April 2018 | Updated: 3 September 2026 A mail-ready postcard needs to get three things right: it has to fit Royal Mail’s size and weight rules for the postage you’re paying for, the back needs a clear layout for the address and message, and the artwork needs proper bleed so nothing gets…

First published: 1 May 2020 | Updated: 6 August 2026 The easiest fonts to read combine simple letterforms, generous spacing, and a tall x-height, think Helvetica, Verdana, or Garamond. But the right choice depends on what you’re printing: business cards need compact clarity, flyers need readability at arm’s length, and posters need bold impact from…

First published: 9 December 2021| Updated: 6 August 2026 The quickest way to flatten a rolled poster is to lay it flat, image-side down, under evenly spread weight for 24 to 48 hours. If you’re short on time, reverse-rolling or popping it straight into a frame both work well, too. Below are five tried-and-tested methods,…

First published: 17 August 2018 | Updated: 24 June 2026   If you have ever ordered business cards, invitations, or some other printed paper product, you may have heard of the term “GSM.”  Or, perhaps you ordered a printed product in bulk and had to iron out the nitty-gritty details of your purchase, including paper…