Your One-Stop Shop for Postcard Printing and Mailing In Canada
Postcards are an economical, efficient, and effective way to reach your target market. Promote product launches, seasonal discounts, and send out important announcements in a custom postcards.
Unlike digital marketing campaigns, postcards don’t compete with the noise in a social media feed. Your target customer is more likely to read the personalized message in the mail.
How to Customize Your Postcard to Fit Your Brand and Its Message
Our custom postcards offer several premium finishes, protective coatings, and mailable sizes:
- Mail a standard 4” x 6” postcard or go for a larger size at 6” x 9”.
- Print on high-quality 14 pt. cardstock you can easily carry around or go for the more durable 16 pt. cardstock.
- Select the uncoated, writable 17 pt. cardstock for luxurious, designs.
- Metallic postcards give your design a festive look and feel.
- Raised spot UV or spot UV postcards can highlight how much customers can save with your promo or discount.
- Silk postcards achieve an elegant look best complemented with spot UV highlights.
- Velvet postcards appeal to two senses and elevate the way you convey the message.
Format
Sizes 3 "x 4", 4 "x 4", 4.25 "x 5.25" 4 "x 6", 3.5 "x 8.5", 5.5 "x 8.5", 4 "x 9", 6 "x 9" and 5 "x 7" sizes are standard for this type of product. Base, it is available in print two sides (4/4) on a card of 12pt glossy or matte.
Postcard size
Full Bleed Size (starting document size)
3.25 "x 4, 25", 4, 25 "x 4, 25", 4.75 "x 5.75" 4, 25 "x 6, 25", 3.75 "x 8.75", 5 , 75 "x 8.75", 4, 25 "x 9, 25", 6, 25 "x 9, 25" and 5, 25 "x 7, 25"
* For best artwork should have the dimensions of the document with full bleeds.
Document Trim Size (final size after being cut)
3 "x 4", 4 "x 4", 4.25 "x 5.25" 4 "x 6", 3.5 "x 8.5", 5.5 "x 8.5", 4 "x 9 ", 6" x 9 "and 5" x 7 "
* Please be sure to keep all text within the safe margin.
Resolution
300 DPI
Colors
You can choose to print simplex or duplex. The front only means that your postcards will be printed on one side only in color according to the 4-color process (CMYK). The duplex means that your bookmarks will be printed on 2 sides in 4 colors according to the process colors (CMYK).
Quality of paper
Base, he is offered the impression of a glossy or matte paper 12pt. Cardboard 12pt means that your postcards will be printed on heavier paper and more durable than a normal sheet of paper. The 12pt indicates the thickness of cardboard.
The finish of the cardboard ice means it offers increased brightness, a high gloss finish, which highlights your colors.
The finish of the mat board will have no ice surface, but it reduces the problems of reflection (glare).
Which Is the Best Size for My Postcard?
Your postcard’s impact will also depend on its dimensions and how the design utilizes the available space. It’s important to consider how your postcard will be used. Will you be mailing most of your order or will you insert them into bags with every in-store purchase? Here are some of the advantages of our available standard postcard sizes.
- 4" x 6" is small enough to make a straightforward and easy to read announcement. It’s also easy to keep and qualifies as USPS First-Class mail.
- 5" x 7" stands out against the smaller, standard postcards sent as personal mail. Its width allows for the right balance among several images and compelling copy. Perfect for promoting a new business or product line.
- 5.5" x 8.5" has more than enough space for an image-heavy or extremely visual design. Recommended for postcards announcing a sale or special deal available in store or under a limited time period.
- 6" x 9" is the biggest option among the popular postcard sizes. Suitable for postcards with more than three images or the need to relay information in a straightforward, visual manner.
