Product Description

Postcards are the perfect tool to announce Valentine’s Day or an upcoming event! We hurry to print all our postcards same day, with convenient pickup locations in Brooklyn or Manhattan. Our Valentine’s Day postcards are ideal for advertising events, special menus, mailings, flyers, invitations or anything else you need for this Valentine’s Day. We offer a wide range of postcard sizes, from tall to thin, with ideal EDDM shipping sizes.

Product Specification

Various sizes available to suit your needs
Low quantities starting from 25 pieces!
Various paper options
Available Horizontal or vertical printing
Fast Turnarounds

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We’re committed to preserving our environment and proud to be FSC-certified using responsibly forested paper products.

Our eco-friendly printing techniques include using only soy inks made from natural soybeans.

To get you what you need faster, we offer fast nationwide shipping on all our products using trusted UPS couriers.

We strive to achieve high quality digital and offset printing at affordable pricing that wont break the bank.

With over 20 years experience in print, 1800 Printing is your expert local printing shop!

We’ve been here in Brooklyn for over 20 years looking after all your printing needs. Large format printing, everyday marketing, restaurant, church & business printing, 1800 Printing is your local printing shop of choice. Talk to one of our expert team today about your next printing project.

Technical and Customization Options for Valentine's Day Postcards
Specification	Available Options
Size	3.5" x 8.5", 4.25" x 5.5", 4" x 6", 4.25" x 6", 4" x 9", 5" x 7", 5.5" x 8.5", 6" x 8", 6" x 9", 6" x 11"
Quantity	25, 50, 75, 100, 150, 200, 250, 500, 1000, 2000, 2500, 3000, 4000, 5000, 6000, 7000, 8000, 9000, 10000, 12500, 15000, 17500, 20000, 25000, 30000, 35000, 40000, 45000, 50000, 60000, 70000, 80000, 90000, 100000, 200000, 250000, 500000
Paper Type	10 pt Cardstock, 14 pt Cardstock Uncoated, 14 pt Cardstock Uncoated Back, 14 pt Cardstock, 16 pt Cardstock, 17 pt Cardstock Uncoated
Coating	Gloss Front, Matte Front, High Gloss UV Front
Printed Side	Full Color Front, Blank Back, Full Color Both Sides
Turnaround	5 Business Days, 3 Business Days, 2 Business Days, 1 Business Days, Same Day

Compliance & Technical Standards for Valentine's Day Postcards

Material & Process Compliance

Substrate: Printed on heavy cardstock ranging from 14 pt (310 gsm) to 16 pt (350 gsm) meeting ISO 536 and ISO 5629 stiffness standards for postal durability.
Printing Method: Full-color CMYK offset or digital process, calibrated to ISO 12647-2 color reproduction. All inks are REACH-compliant and contain no VOCs above EU Directive 1999/13/EC limits.
Coating & Finish: Options include uncoated, gloss, matte, or UV high-gloss. UV coatings tested to ASTM D3363 for surface hardness and ASTM D4060 for abrasion resistance.
Compliance: Paper mills and print facilities certified under FSC Chain of Custody and ISO 14001 environmental management standards.
Mailing Durability: Stocks and coatings meet USPS Publication 25 physical mail handling requirements and ASTM D685 conditioning standards.

Dimensional & Build Standards

Attribute	Nominal	Tolerance	Notes
Common Sizes	4″×6″, 5″×7″, 6″×9″, 6″×11″	±1 mm	Meets USPS First-Class mail standards
Paper Weight	310–350 gsm	±5 %	Single-ply, double-sided printable cardstock
Corner Radius	3 mm or 6 mm	±0.25 mm	Optional round corners for direct-mail optimization
Print Resolution	300 dpi	±5 %	Continuous-tone offset or high-definition digital

Environmental & Safety Disclosures

Material Origin: All paper stocks are ECF (Elemental Chlorine Free) and sourced from FSC-certified forests.
Ink Safety: Vegetable-based inks with ≤5 % VOC content, compliant with ASTM D3960 volatile emission standards.
Recyclability: 100 % curbside recyclable. UV-coated and laminated finishes recyclable where facilities exist.
Storage Conditions: Maintain 20–25 °C, 45–55 % RH to prevent curl and delamination in transit.

Quality Assurance & Color Management

Color Calibration: Presses maintained under GRACoL G7 and ISO 12647-2 control; proofs matched within ΔE2000 < 2.5.
Trim Accuracy: Guillotine and die-cut tolerances held within ±0.5 mm to maintain mail specification compliance.
Surface Inspection: 100 % visual QC for registration, streaks, and coating uniformity before packing.
Batch Traceability: Each run logged with substrate source, press ID, and ink batch for audit tracking.

File Preparation Alignment

Bleed: 3 mm (0.125″) beyond trim; safe zone 3 mm inside edge.
Resolution: 300 dpi minimum at 100 % scale.
Color Mode: CMYK; embed ICC profile and flatten transparencies.
Address Area: For mailers, reserve a 1.5″×1″ blank area (lower right back) per USPS barcode clear zone.
Fonts: Convert text to outlines; minimum font size 6 pt for legibility.

Legal & Marking

Postcards are printed solely under client ownership of supplied artwork. No branding, production marks, or registration guides appear on the finished product. All specifications conform to current USPS automation-compatible standards for postcard mailings.

Valentine’s Day Postcards FAQs

What sizes do you offer, and which ones mail at USPS “postcard” rates?

Pick from 3.5" x 8.5", 4.25" x 5.5", 4" x 6", 4.25" x 6", 4" x 9", 5" x 7", 5.5" x 8.5", 6" x 8", 6" x 9", and 6" x 11". For USPS First‑Class “postcard” rates, stay at or under 4.25" x 6" and a thickness up to 16 pt; larger or thicker pieces mail at letter/flat rates.

Which paper is best if I want to handwrite a message?

Choose an uncoated surface: 14 pt Cardstock Uncoated, 17 pt Cardstock Uncoated, or “14 pt Cardstock Uncoated Back” (coated front for the photo, uncoated back for writing). Gloss and UV coatings resist pen ink and can smear.

What’s the difference between Gloss, Matte, and High Gloss UV coatings?

Gloss = shiny, punchy color, light scuff resistance. Matte = low‑sheen, soft look, easier to read, still not great for pens. High Gloss UV = ultra‑shiny, very scuff‑resistant, most ink won’t stick. UV is cured coating and is not writable.

Can you print full color on both sides, and will dark colors show through?

Yes, Full Color Both Sides is available. Heavier stocks (14 pt/16 pt/17 pt) minimize show‑through; 10 pt can show slight shadowing on heavy solids. Uncoated stocks reflect less glare for text‑heavy backs.

What turnaround options are available and how are deadlines handled?

Same Day, 1, 2, 3, or 5 business days. Same Day/fast turns require print‑ready approval by our cutoff; timelines are production time only, shipping or local pickup occurs after production.

How should I set up my artwork for best print results?

Export CMYK at 300 dpi with 0.125" bleed on all sides and keep key text 0.125" inside trim. Flatten transparencies, outline fonts, and supply a press‑ready PDF to avoid shifts.

What’s the practical difference between 10 pt, 14 pt, 16 pt, and 17 pt stocks?

10 pt = lighter, economical. 14 pt = standard premium feel (coated or uncoated options). 16 pt = extra‑rigid coated card. 17 pt Uncoated = thickest, pen‑friendly; note it may exceed USPS postcard thickness and mail at higher rates.

Do you print digitally or offset for these postcards?

Both. Small runs and rush jobs typically print digital for speed; mid‑to‑large runs (especially 1,000+) run offset for color consistency and unit cost efficiency. All options are full‑color CMYK.

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