what are your turnaround times?
same day orders:
we require our same day orders to be confirmed by 1pm est to make the run for that day. if you place your order after the 1pm deadline, your order will be ready to be collected between 4pm-6pm the next day. production times do not include delivery time and we always get approval on your artwork before print begins.
3 & 3-5 day orders:
3-5 (+ more) day orders need to be confirmed by 10am est to begin their production. your order will be available for collection on the designated day between 10am-6pm monday through friday. all artworks are approved before production. production times do not include delivery times.
custom orders:
custom orders do not fit in to our regular schedule. all custom orders will have their turnaround times advised before production begins.
what are your artwork requirements?
document colors
- use cmyk color mode to prepare your files, not rgb.
- set the font color to 100% k instead of 4c for black text.
- enter the desired pantone or hks colors in to the color channel when using special colors
- instructions for special colors: create areas with another process color (cmyk) overlaying a special color using knockout instead of overprinting. special colors over a cmyk color should be created using knockout.
- use greyscale color mode when ordering a greyscale item.
- create grey areas in shades of black to ensure a perfect print result in greyscale.
files in original size
- create your files for print in their original size (the final trim size).
- artwork that is too small or too large has to be scaled to the correct print size, usually without edge trimming (bleed). this results in a reduced quality final result.
the right trim/bleed
- always add trim/bleed to your files to allow leeway for cutting differences in production.
- our standard trim allowance is 2mm.
- envelopes: 1mm
- advertising technology products, presentation folders, packaging & calendars: 3mm.
- textile stretcher frames: 15mm.
safety margin
- for best results, keep all of your important content at least 3mm away from the edge of the finished size.
- keep at least 20mm away from the binding edge on spiral bound calendars or brochures.
- make sure background pictures, colors and layouts do extend in to the bleed area to prevent white lines as a result of cutting tolerances.
page numbers
- check all of your superfluous pages have been deleted.
- for multi-page files, create each page in sequential order, starting with page 1 (front page) and continuing on until the last page (back page).
image resolutions
- graphics, images & pictures should be 250 dpi.
- color images & greyscales – 250 dpi.
- line artwork (drawings & text in a small font size) – 1.200 dpi.
- advertising technology & ad posters with text – 150 dpi.
- advertising technology products – 72 dpi.
line weights
- all lines should be at least 0.22 pt.
- we automatically increase lines that are too thin to a printable weight (except lines that are set to exactly 0 pt).
- don’t use borders as a way to define layouts as due to mechanical tolerances these might be cut into and show up on the final product.
file formats
- save your files in print ready, vector file formats such as pdf, eps, ai, ps, jpg, tif.
- reduce all layers in to a single, flat, background layer.
embedded fonts & paths
- convert all of your fonts & paths to outlines to prevent printing problems (or if we do not have the exact font on our systems).
- allow sufficient contrast between font colors and background colors.
are you an eco-friendly printer?
here at 1800-printing we understand the importance of reducing our carbon footprint; mother nature is always on our minds. we provide the widest selection of eco-friendly and recycled material printing materials in new york.
our recycled paper is pefc certified, and we use soy inks in our printing process. we’ve got you covered with everything from recycled business cards to brochures and more! in fact, we currently use recycled card stock as standard.
the printing sector has traditionally had a negative reputation when it comes to environmental stewardship, with wasteful paper handling, excessive electricity and water use, and volatile chemicals that result in toxic waste. at 1800-printing, we try to put our planet first, and one way we achieve so is through our environmental responsibility plan.
this is how 1800-printing is making a difference:
- using soy inks
- using recycled paper stocks as standard
- printing techniques like duplexing which reduce paper use
- modern machines which drastically reduce power consumption
- elimination of toxic and volatile chemicals
- alcohol-free printing presses
- we recycle redundant machines and computer parts
- we recycle our printing plates, press blankets, bottles, cans & containers
what file formats do you accept?
tif, jpg, pdf, ai and eps are our preferred file formats.
we’ve discovered that reducing the prepress process allows us to pass on significant cost savings to our clients. our prepress requirements also allow us to avoid frequent errors in digital artwork preparation for print, such as font embedding and unlinked pictures. we ask that all files provided for printing be in industry standard formats to ensure quality. we need formats that aren’t reliant on the application, fonts, or other design components utilized to make the piece. the following file types are accepted:
quark, pagemaker, corel draw, and other similar files can be accepted if they are converted to industry standard graphic formats like tif, jpg, or pdf.
what is trim & do my files need it?
trim
we print your files at a slightly larger size so that there are no white borders when we cut the prints off of the sheet. your background/images will spill out to the edge if you do this.
safety
there is a margin of error known as the safety when your prints are trimmed down. we require a 1/4″ of safety to prevent all vital information from being cut off. on the top, bottom, left, and right, that’s 1/8″. if you have any issues about measurements, download the template for the exact product you’re making to ensure proper trim and safety.
who do you ship with?
we use ups and fedex for shipping out your orders. please note that both carriers will not ship to a p.o. box. if you have any questions regarding shipping please feel free to contact us.
once your order has shipped we will send you a confirmation email and you can also login to the my account page and find your tracking info there as well.
what areas do you service in nyc?
we ship nationwide with ups! but as new yorkers, we of course service the entire nyc area including the following neighborhoods.
printing near me
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sample packs
unsure about what printing materials to choose? order one of our sample packs to see our wide range of cardstocks and finishes.
free shipping!
we offer free shipping on all our products using trusted ups carriers throughout the usa! discover how we keep america printing.
design templates
download our print design templates to ensure your artwork is configured correctly for the bet possible print result.
Dean Ward Verified Buyer
Great service. Easy to design and deliver quickly and without complications. I will definitely use it again.
Karie Wrigglesworth Verified Buyer
Great company with great customer service! There was a small error when printing some business cards, but I contacted 1800 Printing to inform them. Then I received the notification sent and they resent my order, which arrived the next day before 8 am! So good to see this kind of service and it definitely didn’t make me order more products from them. Well done 1800 Print!
Andrew Duffield Verified Buyer
Wonderful site, I got 50 cards for free and paid only $ 2.95 in shipping, it’s worth it !!
Sasha Baxendale Verified Buyer
Order No. 163527
Alina Verified Buyer
A very simple interface to create business cards or send your own designs with large borders. Clear, easy-to-use instructions and lots of templates to choose from, then edit to your preference.
Chris Wells Verified Buyer
246076 Fast delivery 😊 I can’t wait to taste them well
Craig P Verified Buyer
Sophie’s support and service were exceptional, which is so rare these days, and I would not hesitate to use this company again just on the basis of this service!
Sarah Verified Buyer
I used them for my Candle Business business cards and I was impressed that I put the image on Darcy’s page (which I represent) and many representatives have decided to use this company now. They arrived in 48 hours in good packaging. The impression is perfect and brilliant. The site is also easy to use, I’m not asking for a better job.
Becky Frewing Verified Buyer
Order number – 439410
Adrian Nicholson Verified Buyer
very satisfied with my super quality cards and fast delivery
Lauren Verified Buyer
The service is great, there is always someone to answer your questions and update you.
Miss Hamilton Verified Buyer
I have excellent business cards – fantastic quality and fast delivery.
Rubadubman Verified Buyer
They were excellent. My order was 152872.
Lynxxx Verified Buyer
I can’t give it a high enough rating. There were some initial problems with the request (neither mine nor theirs), to which Emily responded quickly and corrected with the greatest attention and attention. I will definitely use your services again.
C Davies Verified Buyer
Order number 167791 – Well printed and arrived the next day, be sure to use the 1800 seal again!
Simon Gallagher Verified Buyer
Order number 161537
Simon Verified Buyer
Fast, easy to use and fast delivery. Perfect, as you only pay $ 2.95 for the first order. I am amazed by the quality, very satisfied with it.
Folls Verified Buyer
Very impressed and I love my new business cards, thanks xx
mark chapman (Painfulsubset) Verified Buyer
High quality maps with
M.Jack Verified Buyer
moment of order. Order: # 182651