Tips for Successful Online Business Card Printing
Online business card printing is usually the best way to go; online companies are large companies that can offer quality business cards at a reasonable price. Here are some tips for finding the best printer that fits your needs.
Compare Apples to Apples
When comparing prices of different online business card printing companies, make sure you are comparing similar services. Calculate the price per card or per hundred so you know how much each company charges. Also compare prices for full color and full bleed printing to be sure you know how much a quality print job costs. Full color cards look the most attractive, and full bleed insures that your card looks finished, without unprinted edges showing.
Ask for Samples
Since online business card printing companies are not in your neighborhood, it is important to ask for samples so you know if they do quality work. Check paper quality; make sure it feels heavy enough to last. Also check ink quality by dripping some drops of water on the card. Quality ink will not run or smear at all. Avoid companies that produce cards with perforated edges, because these look homemade and unprofessional.
Check for Extra Services
Some companies offer extra services that can help you out a lot. Check to see if the print company offers templates or in-house designers for reasonable rates. Also look for address printing and mailing for when you do direct mail campaigns.
Look for Options
Look for an online business card printing company that offers multiple options for printing. Some companies will print on unusual surfaces like plastic and metal or unusual sizes like foldover business cards. Some will even make holographic cards. Others offer vertical printing at no extra cost. Having creative options for business card printing can help your business card stand out.
Ask About Proofs
Make sure the company at least offers free electronic proofs that they send to you for approval before printing. It is even better if they will send you a physical proof; most will charge something extra for a physical proof, so ask how much. Proofs are important because you want to be sure there are no mistakes and the card looks the way you want before you give the go ahead for printing.
Final Tips
Finally, the best way to go is with an company that guarantees their work, and it's even better if they offer the guarantee along with low prices. Also keep in mind that you will need to print more than just business cards for your company, so finding a printer that can print all of your marketing materials will save you much time in the future.
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