Stand Out with Professionally Designed Business Cards

Business card sizes can vary depending on the region and personal preference. However, here are the most common sizes:

• Standard Size: 90mm x 55mm (popular in Australia, New Zealand, and parts of Europe).
• Local Size (Singapore): 89mm x 54mm (common in Singapore and Asia).
• Credit Card Size: 85mm x 55mm (same size as a credit card, popular globally).
• Square: 65mm x 65mm (modern and unique).
• European Size: 88.9mm x 50.8mm.

Most business card printers can also accommodate custom sizes based on your specific design needs.

Choosing the right paper is essential for both the feel and durability of your business cards. Common options include:

• 310gsm Premium Art Card: Thick and durable, offering a professional look and feel.
• 350gsm Premium Art Card: Heavier and more durable than 310gsm, ideal for a premium-quality card.
• Recycled Paper: An eco-friendly option for businesses prioritizing sustainability.
• Textured Paper: Adds a tactile element to your cards, perfect for luxury brands or creative industries.
• Matte Finish: Provides a smooth, non-glossy finish, ideal for understated elegance.
• Gloss Finish: A shiny, reflective surface that enhances vibrant colors and adds a professional touch.

There are several printing methods available, each offering different benefits depending on your design and budget:

• Digital Printing: Ideal for small print runs or cards with complex designs, such as full-color images. This method is fast, cost-effective, and produces high-quality results.
• Offset Printing: Best for larger print runs. While the setup costs are higher, it offers superior color consistency and lower costs per unit for bulk orders.
• Letterpress Printing: A premium method that presses the design into the card stock, creating a tactile, embossed effect. Ideal for high-end brands.
• Spot UV: Applies a shiny coating to specific areas of the card, such as logos or text, creating a striking contrast between matte and gloss finishes.
• Foil Stamping: Adds metallic accents (gold, silver, or other colors) to your design, giving your cards a luxurious, eye-catching appearance.

Yes, many printers offer custom shapes through die-cutting. You can create business cards in unique shapes like circles, ovals, or custom designs that reflect your brand. This adds a memorable and distinctive element to your cards, helping them stand out in a stack.

However, custom shapes may increase the cost, so it’s important to consult your printer about the additional expense.

Spot UV is a technique where a glossy, transparent coating is applied to specific areas of the card, creating a contrast between the shiny areas and the matte background. It’s commonly used to highlight:

• Logos
• Company names
• Specific text or design elements

This technique adds depth and sophistication to your business card, giving it a premium feel while catching light and attention.

The orientation of your business card depends on the design and how you want to present your information:

• Landscape Orientation: The most traditional format, with the card being wider than it is tall. It allows for a more standard presentation of information and is easier to read.
• Portrait Orientation: A modern, vertical approach that can make your card stand out. It offers a more unique and eye-catching design, especially for minimalist or creative designs.

Many business card printers allow you to choose between portrait and landscape based on your brand’s identity and personal preferences.

To create a memorable and impactful business card, consider the following design elements:

• Unique Paper Types: Choose textured, recycled, or premium paper to enhance the tactile quality of your card.
• Special Finishes: Incorporate elements like spot UV, foil stamping, or embossing to add dimension and sophistication.
• Custom Shapes: Use die-cutting to create non-traditional shapes that reflect your brand’s personality.
• Minimalist Design: Sometimes, less is more. A clean, simple design with ample white space can give your card a modern and professional look.
• Double-Sided Printing: Use the back of your card for additional information or a striking visual element, such as a logo or QR code.

Turnaround times can vary depending on the printer and the complexity of the project. Common turnaround times include:

• Standard Printing: 3-5 business days for most digital print jobs.
• Express Printing: Same-day or next-day printing options for urgent projects.
• Custom Finishes: Cards with specialty finishes like spot UV, foil stamping, or die-cutting may take 7-10 business days or longer.

Always check with your printer to confirm turnaround times, especially for time-sensitive projects.

A well-designed business card should clearly convey your contact information and brand identity. Key elements to include:

• Company Name: Make sure it stands out clearly, either at the top or in the center.
• Your Name: Include your full name, as well as your job title or role.
• Contact Information: Phone number, email address, and possibly your website or social media links.
• Company Logo: A professional, high-quality logo that represents your brand.
• Tagline or Slogan: Optional, but a great way to give potential clients or contacts a quick idea of what you do.
• QR Code: For easy access to your website or portfolio.

Yes, adding a QR code is becoming increasingly popular on business cards. QR codes can lead potential clients or contacts directly to:

• Your website or portfolio
• Your LinkedIn profile
• A special landing page or promotional offer

Make sure the QR code is functional and doesn’t dominate the design. It should complement the overall layout and be easily scannable.

The cost of printing business cards varies based on several factors, including:

• Quantity: The more cards you print, the lower the cost per unit. Bulk orders often come with discounts.
• Paper Quality: Premium paper stocks, such as 350gsm or textured paper, are more expensive than standard options.
• Special Finishes: Techniques like spot UV, embossing, and foil stamping add to the overall cost.
• Custom Shapes: Die-cut business cards can be more expensive due to the specialized process.
• Printing Method: Offset printing is usually more cost-effective for large print runs, while digital printing is more affordable for small orders.

You can expect to pay anywhere from $20 to $200 or more, depending on the volume and customization.

Most printers accept the following file formats for business card designs:

• PDF: The most common and preferred format for print-ready files. It preserves the layout, fonts, and images as intended.
• EPS/AI: Ideal for vector graphics (logos, illustrations) to ensure they print crisply at any size.
• TIFF: High-resolution images are often submitted in this format, as it maintains quality.
• JPEG: Acceptable for image-heavy designs, but ensure the resolution is high (at least 300 DPI).

Be sure to provide your design with the correct bleed area (usually 3-5mm) to ensure the final trim doesn’t cut off important parts of the design.

No, we do not entertain walk-in customer, and we ship out directly from the factory.

No, express business card printing only guarantees shipping within 24 hours. Please note that our cut-off time is 1 pm local time, and orders placed after this will be processed the next business day starting at 9 am local time.