Product Description

Bamboo, basswood, beech, cherry wood, sapele, and walnut are among the six wood kinds available for our lovely wooden business cards. These one-of-a-kind cards are made from 1.6mm thick wooden sheets with rounded corners and can be used as keyrings, business cards, or VIP cards. These strong hardwood business cards are ideal for laser engraving or full-color silk printing.

Our wood business cards are a one-of-a-kind card material produced from beautiful 1.6mm thick sheets in a variety of wood species. Our wooden business cards come in three sizes: 2.5″ x 2.5″ square, US standard 3.5″ x 2.5″ and 3.5″ x 2.125″ business card sizes. Laser engraving, full color printing, and silk screening are all choices for finishing. We can even make keyrings by cutting holes.

Wood Business Card Printing

Wood business cards have a warmth and natural charm that traditional business cards lack. Because of their stunning yet natural, one-of-a-kind style, wood cards are great for an artisan, designer, or contemporary business. Our wooden business cards are professionally crafted to provide a natural appearance to any business card. Whether you choose Cherry Wood or Beech, you’ll be able to see the subtle differences in the grain.

Our classic wooden business cards are made using state-of-the-art CO2 laser-milling machines. The words and artwork are then laser engraved at a breathtaking resolution of 1200dpi into the card’s surface. This card can also be enhanced with laser engraving and silk screening to produce a totally unique business card.

We can adjust the shape of the card by die cutting wood from the edges into any unique shape you desire, in addition to laser cutting through it. As long as the chosen form falls within the dimensions of a standard card, there is no additional cost.

Our wooden business cards’ veneer and core come from managed forests and are completely sustainable, biodegradable, and compostable. Because we utilize light to etch rather than ink to print the pattern, no harmful chemicals are required.

Product Specification

1.6mm wood cardstock w/rounded corners
Silk screen, full color & laser engraving
Bassword, Bamboo, Beech, Cherry Wood, Sapele, Walnut.
3.5″ x 2.5″ / 3.5″ x 2.125″ / 2.5″ x 2.5″
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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.

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Technical and Customization Options for Wooden Business Cards
Specification	Available Options
Size	2.5" x 2.5", 3.5" x 2", 3.5" x 2.125"
Quantity	100, 250, 500, 1000, 2500, 5000
Wood Type	Basswood, Bamboo, Beech, Cherry Wood, Sapele, Walnut
Keyring	No keyring, Add keyring hole drilling
Laser Engraving	None, Laser Engraving (1 side), Laser Engraving (2 sides)
Turnaround	18 Business Days

Compliance & Technical Standards for Wooden Business Cards

Material & Process Compliance

Substrate: Natural hardwood veneers such as maple, cherry, or walnut laminated to a thin composite core for dimensional stability. Thickness ranges from 0.6 mm to 1.0 mm (approx. 24–40 mil), in accordance with ASTM D3043 flexural testing for wood-based panels.
Printing Method: UV flatbed digital printing with full-color CMYK inks and optional white ink underlay. Ink systems are REACH-compliant, RoHS-compliant, and meet Prop 65 safety standards.
Engraving Options: Laser-etched detailing available on one or both sides, using CO₂ laser systems per ISO 11553 (laser safety) and ISO 17662 (traceability in welding/laser processes) principles for process control.
Finishing: Satin-smooth surface with clear matte UV protective sealant per ASTM D3023 coating integrity standard. Rounded corners available via precision routing.
Compliance: Wood sourced from FSC-certified suppliers under ISO 14001 environmental management systems. No tropical or endangered species used.

Dimensional & Build Standards

Attribute	Nominal	Tolerance	Notes
Card Size	3.5″ × 2″ (U.S. Standard)	±0.5 mm	Aligned with options for Business Cards
Thickness	0.6–1.0 mm	±0.1 mm	Dependent on wood species and laminate configuration
Engrave Depth	0.1–0.3 mm	±0.05 mm	Controlled via CO₂ laser calibration
Surface Finish	Matte UV-sealed	—	Enhances durability and moisture resistance

Environmental & Safety Disclosures

Material Origin: Sourced exclusively from renewable, managed forests. FSC or PEFC certificates traceable per batch.
Coating & Ink Safety: UV coatings low-VOC per ASTM D3960; inks free of heavy metals, lead, and formaldehyde.
Environmental Resistance: Cards resistant to short-term moisture and UV exposure; not intended for long-term outdoor use.
Disposal: Biodegradable wood veneer; composite core may require separation for full recyclability.

Quality Assurance & Color Management

Color Calibration: Wood substrate color variation compensated via ICC profiling for ΔE2000 < 3 color deviation under ISO 12647-8 digital print standards.
Surface Inspection: Each card inspected for grain uniformity, delamination, or burn residue post-engraving.
Dimensional Verification: Random sampling of 1 per 50 units for tolerance compliance per ASTM D685.
Batch Tracking: Veneer species, coating lot, and print parameters recorded for traceability.

File Preparation Alignment

Bleed: 3 mm (0.125″) bleed; 3 mm safe zone inside trim.
Resolution: Minimum 300 dpi at actual size; raster engraving masks minimum 600 dpi for laser precision.
Color Mode: CMYK; avoid solid black fills for engraved elements—use vector line art.
White Ink: For light ink areas, supply a labeled “White” layer for UV underprint on darker wood species.
Fonts & Lines: Convert to outlines; line weights ≥0.25 pt for legibility after engraving.

Legal & Marking

All branding, marks, and engraved content produced under client license. Production lot and species identification codes are engraved on reverse or concealed edges only for traceability. Product meets U.S. consumer safety standards for wood-based decorative items under 16 CFR 1303 (lead content) and ASTM D4236 labeling requirements.

Wooden Business Cards FAQs

What sizes do wooden business cards come in, and which fits a standard wallet?

Choose 2.5" x 2.5" (square), 3.5" x 2" (US standard), or 3.5" x 2.125" (credit-card height). For most wallet slots, 3.5" x 2" or 3.5" x 2.125" fits best; the 2.5" square is great for tags or specialty handouts.

Is the design printed in color or laser engraved?

These are laser engraved, not ink printed. The laser etches your artwork into the wood, creating a natural tonal contrast that varies by species and grain, no full-color or CMYK/white ink is applied.

Which wood species gives the best readability for fine details?

Lighter, tight-grain woods like Basswood, Beech, and Cherry show the highest contrast and crisp detail. Darker species like Walnut and Sapele look premium but yield subtler contrast; choose bolder art for these.

Can you engrave both sides, and does it affect the card?

Yes, select 1-side or 2-side laser engraving. Double-sided engraving is common and doesn’t show through; it may slightly increase production time and requires mindful layout to avoid overlapping heavy burns front-to-back.

Do you offer a keyring hole, and how should I set up my file?

Optional keyring hole drilling is available. Leave clear space around the hole in your artwork and keep critical text/logos away from the drilled area; we position the hole per your layout notes at checkout.

What file format and setup works best for engraving?

Provide vector art (AI, PDF, or SVG) with solid black for engraved areas, no gradients. Convert text to outlines and avoid extremely thin strokes or tiny knockouts for reliable results across wood grain.

What are the order quantities, pricing breaks, and turnaround?

Quantities start at 100 and scale to 5000 with price breaks at higher volumes. Production is 18 business days; shipping time is additional. Wood species, keyring holes, and 2-sided engraving can affect pricing.

How durable are wooden cards, and how should I store them?

They’re rigid and long-lasting when kept dry and flat. Avoid bending, prolonged moisture, and extreme heat; natural laser edge darkening and slight grain-to-grain variation are normal characteristics of real wood.

Wooden Business Cards