Print Shop Glossary

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Banner printing
Banner printing creates large format printed banners used indoors or outdoors to promote businesses, events or special campaigns.
Book printing
Book printing is the process of producing printed books, manuals, reports or yearbooks using a range of binding options.
Brochure
A brochure is a printed marketing document used to promote a business, product or service. Brochures can be printed flat or folded and are commonly used at events, meetings and as direct mail.
Business card printing
Business card printing is the process of producing professionally printed cards that include your business name, contact details and branding. Business cards remain one of the most effective networking and marketing tools.
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Case binding
Case binding is a premium book binding method that uses a hard cover to protect the pages and create a durable, professional finish.
Celloglazing
Celloglazing is a finishing process that applies a clear film to printed materials to provide either a gloss or matt finish and improve durability.
Comb binding
Comb binding uses a flexible plastic comb inserted through punched holes to bind documents and reports.
Commercial printer
A commercial printer is a business that provides professional printing services for marketing materials, stationery, books, signage and other printed products for businesses and organisations.
Corporate stationery
Corporate stationery refers to printed business materials such as business cards, letterheads, with compliments slips, envelopes and presentation folders that help maintain a consistent brand image.
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Duplexing
Duplexing is the process of bonding two sheets of paper together to create a thicker, more substantial printed product.
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Envelope printing
Envelope printing involves customising envelopes with your company logo, branding and contact details to create a professional appearance.
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Flyer
A flyer is a single printed sheet designed to promote an event, business or special offer. Flyers are a cost-effective marketing tool that can be distributed by hand, by mail or displayed in-store.
Foiling
Foiling is a decorative printing technique that applies metallic foil to selected areas of a design, creating a premium appearance.
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Graphic design
Graphic design is the process of creating visual layouts, images and branding elements for printed materials and marketing campaigns.
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Laminating
Laminating adds a thin protective film to printed materials to improve durability and resistance to wear and moisture.
Letterhead
A letterhead is a printed sheet featuring a business's name, logo and contact details. Letterheads are commonly used for official correspondence and business documents.
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Metallic gold printing
Metallic gold printing uses specialised inks to create a metallic gold effect that adds shine and impact to printed materials.
Metallic silver printing
Metallic silver printing uses metallic silver inks to create a reflective finish that helps printed materials stand out.
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NCR books
NCR books are duplicate or triplicate books that create instant copies of handwritten information without the need for carbon paper. They are commonly used for invoices, receipts and work orders.
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Padding
Padding is a finishing process where sheets are glued together along one edge to create notepads or tear-off forms.
Perfect binding
Perfect binding uses adhesive to attach pages to a flat spine, creating a professional book-like finish often used for manuals and reports.
Plan printing
Plan printing is the production of large format architectural, engineering or construction drawings that require clear detail and accurate reproduction.
Poster printing
Poster printing produces large printed displays used for advertising, events, promotions or informational purposes.
Presentation folder
A presentation folder is a printed folder used to organise and present documents, proposals or marketing materials in a professional manner.
Promotional card
A promotional card is a printed card used to advertise a product, service or event. They are often used for special offers, loyalty programs and direct marketing campaigns.
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Saddle stitching
Saddle stitching is a binding method where folded pages are stapled along the spine. It is commonly used for brochures, booklets and magazines.
Scodix / 3D UV
Scodix or 3D UV is a specialty print finish that adds a raised, textured effect to specific parts of a printed piece for extra visual and tactile impact.
Signage
Signage refers to printed signs used to communicate information, promote a business or improve visibility in retail, office or event environments.
Specialty coatings
Specialty coatings are protective or decorative finishes applied to printed materials to enhance appearance, texture or durability.
Spot colour printing
Spot colour printing uses specially mixed inks to reproduce specific colours accurately and consistently across print runs.
Spot gloss
Spot gloss is a printing finish that applies a glossy coating to selected areas of a design, creating contrast and highlighting important elements.
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Thermal binding
Thermal binding uses heat to activate adhesive in a binding cover, securely holding pages together in a neat presentation.
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White ink printing
White ink printing uses opaque white ink, often on coloured or dark paper stocks, to create striking and highly visible designs.
Wire binding
Wire binding uses a metal wire spine to securely bind pages together while allowing the document to lie relatively flat when open.
With compliments slip
A with compliments slip is a small printed card included with documents or products as a personal greeting or message from a business.