We request all our artwork to be supplied as high resolution (300dpi). It is important that you prepare your PDF file in the correct way. These options must be set for commercial printing:

Resolution – Choose High Resolution

Compression Settings – For colour and greyscale this should be down sampled to 300dpi with “auto compression” set on high

Font Embedding – Should be set to “embed all fonts”

Colour needs to be set as CMYK not RGB (RGB artwork will be converted to CMYK and this could affect your colours).

Colour profile needs to be set to FOGRA39

Include all embedded images and convert all text to curves. Save as an EPS file.

Set Resolution to 350dpi when starting your new document. Save file as either TIFF or JPEG.

Other files not listed above must be saved either as a EPS or JPEG.

Please note: If you need us to make changes to your file (JPEG / EPS), we will require you to re-supply new artwork as either a PSD, PDF or AI file as we are unable to make changes to flattened images (JPEG / EPS / TIFF).

Please ensure all fonts and pictures used in your artwork are supplied to us in a separate folder using the “package” function under the “file” menu. Compress the document using Stuffit or WinZip before uploading or sending your order via e-mail.

Please include a PDF. This is for our reference to make sure that nothing is missing or moved on the artwork supplied. Please note that this will be proofed first and could cause a longer delivery time. 

Please ensure that you do not supply your files imposed or as “printers pairs”. Please only send one version.

It is essential that there is a minimum 3mm bleed around your artwork. This is for cutting purposes. For example: A4 size would be saved as 216mm x 303mm. Save your artwork as any of the above formats. Please note that there is a 2mm tolerance for cutting on all jobs.

Please ensure that the colour is set to CMYK not RGB.

We cannot use the following formats for printing:

• Word
• Excel
• Powerpoint
• Publisher
• Works

Below is a link to a website that can convert any of the above files into a useable PDF, it is easy-to-use and will do it for you right there online. IT’S FREE!

http://convert.neevia.com

Please note that it is important when supplying a PDF from a Microsoft document, care is taken to ensure any spot colours are created correctly in your original document.

Please supply a screen shot of your Microsoft document before conversion this can be done by the following:

PC operators – There is a “PRINT SCREEN” button on the keyboard

Mac operators – Press the “Apple” and “Shift 4” keys, then highlight the area you wish to copy. This saves a PNG copy to your desktop

Please allow a 10mm allowance on the edge of the artwork that will be wirobound. Failure to do so may lead to some of the artwork being “chopped off” and obscured by the wires.

No information we collect for order processing or from enquiries is shared with any other company or website ever!. Your information is only used to contact you when necessary.

Proofing your artwork is essential before we can proceed to print.

If you’d rather have your artwork proofed by our specialist team, you can request this service for an additional fee. A proof can be sent to you via email (a fee of £20 is charged) or by post (a fee of £35 is charged) if you request this when the order is placed.

Remember a proof is submitted to you to ensure the accuracy of your printed products. You, the customer, are responsible for ensuring the complete accuracy of your proof. After agreeing to the Proof Approval declaration sent via email, you are responsible for any errors or omissions not indicated at this time.