Printing Books: How to Make Great Booklets and Brochures
Printing Books: How to Make Great Booklets and Brochures
Welcome to our guide on creating durable, high-quality books that last. Have you ever wondered what makes a perfectly bound masterpiece? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.
In this guide, we’ll take you through the world of book printing. Whether you’re making a brochure for an event or a notebook to sell, knowing the ins and outs of printing can make a big difference.
From sturdy hardback books to perfectly bound documents, we offer a variety of options in our booklet and brochure range. Let’s show you how to make your own custom versions.
1. Choose How Your Book Will Be Bound
We offer a variety of binding options to choose from, including:
- Saddle Stitched: This option is great for lighter reads and is one of our more affordable choices. It’s bound by industrial-strength staples.
- Perfect Bound: With a smooth and sophisticated finish, Perfect Bound books are bound in sections, securing your inner pages to the wrap-around cover with a strong adhesive.
- Wiro Bound: This option features a durable metal spiral, making it ideal for dissertations, manuals, and branded notebooks that need to be secure.
- Case Bound: For a classic hardback feel, Case Bound books are sturdy, durable, and exude quality. They’re perfect for milestone editions, corporate annual reports, or projects that deserve a special touch.
- Glued Edge: Simple, effective, and versatile, Glued Edge binding is great for notepads and desk pads, ensuring that every page stays in place until you’re ready to remove it.
2. Choose the Size of Your Book
Now that you’ve selected your preferred binding, it’s time to consider the size of your book (because size matters). Whether you’re opting for a classic A4 brochure or a handy guidebook, we offer a wide range of book sizes. From pocket-sized to oversized, we have it all.
3. Select Your Cover Paper
Choosing the right cover paper is a crucial step in the book printing process. It not only impacts the book’s overall look but also plays a significant role in its durability.
When choosing cover paper, consider factors like thickness, finish, and feel. Cover papers are typically thicker to provide protection and give the book a substantial feel. Finishes can vary from glossy (e.g., Silk Paper), ideal for vibrant colors and image clarity, to matte and textured (e.g., Uncoated Paper or Fresco Gesso), offering a more subtle and sophisticated appearance.
For some of our brochures and books, you can also opt for lamination. This thin plastic coating is applied to the surface of your prints, making them scratch-proof and more durable, ensuring they look fresh from the press for longer.
4. Pick Your Inner Pages
The content of your book is its core, requiring meticulous attention to detail. Choosing the right paper thickness, style, and finish can significantly impact its feel and readability. Here are some considerations:
- Customizability: Most products in our Booklet and Brochures range offer fully customizable inner pages. Whether you’re adding photos, text, or info graphics, the options are limitless.
- Notebook Options: Our Notebooks feature customizable inner pages, including blank, ruled, dotted, or squared options. Say goodbye to wobbly lines with our reliable choices.
- Writing Experience: If your book requires readers to write inside, consider using an uncoated stock. This type of paper is easy to write on and provides a smooth writing experience.
