Vouchers

Submission specifications for Vouchers

Add 3 mm bleed.

To allow leeway for cutting differences in production, always add a bleed of 3 mm around all edges of your design. Make sure colours, background pictures and layouts extend into the bleed area so as to avoid leaving white lines as a result of cutting tolerances.

Keep 4 mm safety margin

Keep all important text and images at least 4 mm away from the edge of the finished size.

Resolution of at least 300 dpi.

Make sure the resolution of the images and graphics in your artwork are at least 300 dpi.

Use CMYK as the colour mode.

Prepare your files using CMYK as the colour mode, not RGB. Use colourmode FOGRA39 (ISO Coated v2) for coated papertypes and colourmode FOGRA47 (PSO Uncoated ISO12647) for uncoated papertypes. If you are unsure of the colour mode of your file, don't worry we can always convert this for you. Keep in mind this can cause the colours to differ from the original file.

Save your files in uneditable, print-ready file formats.

Save your files in uneditable, print-ready file formats (PDF (1.4 or higher), TIFF, EPS, JPG). Deliver your files in one layer: the background layer.

Convert fonts to outlines or embed all the fonts.

Make sure you convert fonts to outlines or embed all the fonts when saving it to PDF.

Use the right values for full colour black.

Use Rich Black (C:63% M:52% Y:51% K:100%) for larger areas and text to get a deep black colour. Do not use this value for text smaller than 15 pt or plain text. This can only be used in full colour printing. For designing black smaller texts use 100% black.

Make sure the ink coverage isn't higher than 300%.

Force Colour Images to CMYK with a 260% ink limit (in Photoshop > Convert Colour Profile > Photoshop 5 Default CMYK). Make sure the ink coverage isn't higher than 300%.

Check line thickness.

Lines should be at least 0.25 pt. Negative lines should be at least 0.5 pt.

Check your artwork on overprint.

Make sure no elements in your artwork are set on overprint unless you want this effect in your design. You can read more about overprint in our Help Centre.

Frequently Asked Questions for Vouchers

What is this product exactly? And what can I use it for?

• A voucher is paper ''Gift'' card which can be printed according to your wishes and is available in various formats.
• • As a gift
• • For adding to your catalog or brochure
• • For adding to your direct mailings
• • Filling up goodie bags

What is the fastest possible turnaround?

• The fastest possible turnaround for Vouchers is:
• Nextday
• Please note: Only applicable for products which require your design: To make sure that your order is delivered at the indicated time, it is important that we receive your file with your design for the product, on time (also called cut-off time). This way, the product can be moved into production on time. The deadline is always communicated at the final step when putting your product together and in the box on the right which details your entire order.
• The cut-off time for your printed item may vary. This depends on the combination you choose. This has to do with the manufacturing technique and / or the order quantities.
• Please note: The product delivery shifts a day every time the deadline for submission has passed. This is also the case if the file is rejected by us and corrected artwork isn't supplied before the next cut-off time.

Which production techniques do you use?

• For the production of Vouchers, we use the following technique(s):
• Digital printing: Uses four colours (CMYK) with toners and inks to print digital files. This option is comparable to a large home printer, and is cheaper than Litho printing for smaller quantities. This is because there are fewer starting costs, fewer components involved, and no ink drying time required.

Which carriers are used for the delivery?

• For the delivery of Vouchers, we use our most reliable carriers which, in most cases, are UPS or DPD.
• UPS
• We also use DHL and our own courier service. However, these carriers are only used for certain products (depending on the size, the turnaround and the quantity).
• The Vouchers that is chosen in most cases can be selected via our website.
• Depending on the complexity, this can take a bit longer.

Will the envelopes that come with the compliment cards also be printed?

• No, the matching envelopes are not being printed. These are blank envelopes. Would you like envelopes with a personal design? Please have a look at our envelopes.

What materials can I choose from?

• 290gr pearl: choose pearl paper if you want your cards to have a real glamour look. The shimmering effect of the cards fits perfectly.
• 300gr offset: this material is mainly chosen when a writable stock is needed. This paper is also very suitable for stamping. Thickness: 0.3 mm
• Kraft Material is made from 15 % recycled pulp with visible fibres and has a natural brown colour. If you go for this material, keep in mind that white and unprinted are will appear as the background.
• The Metallic Materials, which are gold, silver and white, have a lovely glittery look.
• Matt: select this matt coated paper if you want to give your products an additional luster. As opposed to a shiny or glossy coating, the matt coating does not reflect light. It will give your product a luxurious and powerful look. Perfect for a distinguished yet simple style.
• The Eco-friendly cards are 300gsm, making them nearly three times as thick as standard paper. As well as sporting a elegant, but durable look
• 285 gsm sulfate paperboard: This paper combines clear white paper with robustness of carton.
• Writable: This paper is not only resistant, but also qualified to stamp on. Perfect for any additional information you may ever want to add to your product or if it's your customers that will need to fill it in.