Illustrative printed book formats and paper choices

Specialist print formats

Start with how the finished format will be used.

A cover material, writing format or fitted packaging structure changes the production decisions. Explore the related format, then build the complete specification around its use.

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Compare the feature that changes the product.

Quote the complete construction.

A material name alone does not define a book, and an empty box size does not define a packing system. Include contents, dimensions, quantity per version, finishing and delivery destination.

Compare alternatives with the same intended use. Writing response, opening, product restraint and removal should be checked on representative samples.

Build a specification we can quote.

Tell us the product, finished size, quantity and destination. Include the feature you need the sample to check.