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When you’re facing a big printing project in Boston, offset printing is often your best bet for great results. At Thomas Group Printing, we bring over a century of experience to the table, working with some of the world’s most forward-thinking companies. Even though offset printing has been around for ages, it’s still the go-to method for high-quality, sharp prints, especially when you’re dealing with large volumes.

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FAQ

Each side of a sheet counts as one page, so a book’s cover alone includes 4 pages: front cover, inside front cover, inside back cover, and back cover. 

Binding-Specific Page Counts:

  • Saddle Stitch: Requires page counts divisible by 4.
  • Perfect Binding & Wire-O: Requires page counts divisible by 2.

The binding method you choose will influence the page count range:

  • Saddle Stitching: Works best for projects between 8 and 60 pages, with page counts in multiples of 4.
  • Perfect Binding: Suitable for 32 pages + cover and up, with page counts in multiples of 2.
  • Spiral or Wire-O Binding: This option is flexible and can handle page counts from just a few pages up to 520 on thinner stock, with page counts in multiples of 2.

Perfect bound books are not designed to lay flat when opened. Forcing them to do so can damage the spine and weaken the glue holding the pages together. To maintain the book’s quality and durability, avoid pressing it down.

Pricing reflects the cost of one edition only per book. If you need additional editions or multiple covers, this requires a custom quote.

The listed pricing is for portrait orientation soft cover books only. If you’re interested in hardcover or landscape formats, please request a custom quote

Coated paper has a smooth finish that visually sharpens images and enhances color. The coating can be glossy or semi-gloss, depending on the desired effect, but both options contribute to a polished, professional look. 

Uncoated paper has a natural, porous surface. It’s perfect for projects where readability and a tactile feel are priorities. It’s also a practical option for items that need to be written on, like letterheads or notepads. 

If your project includes color anywhere – even a single image or logo – it’s a 4-color (4C) job. Our standard pricing is designed for 4C printing, providing vibrant, professional results fast.

Single-color (one-ink) printing is available by custom quote and may offer some cost savings, but 4C remains the most common option. If you’re unsure, we are happy to talk with you to determine the best options for your unique printing needs.

Once PDF proofs are approved, production can take approximately 3 days for saddle stitched publications and roughly 3-5 days for perfect bound, plus shipping. Shipping times vary from next-day delivery to a few days, depending on your location relative to our NYC print house.

If you need a precise timeline, send us your project details, and we’ll set up a schedule that works for you. 

Before submitting your file, double-check that it’s set up correctly to prevent any prepress delays:

  • Bright, high-resolution images (300 dpi)
  • Files exported with crop marks and 1/8” bleed all around
  • Files exported as single pages within one PDF

Yes! We’ll cover the cost to ship your order to a single location via ground delivery. If you need expedited shipping or drop shipping to multiple locations, additional fees will apply. 

If you’re still unsure about any details or need guidance on your options, contact us here. We’re here to make the process smooth, simple, and tailored to your needs. 

Boston Offset Printing

When you need a large-scale printing solution, offset printing stands out as the preferred choice.

Thomas Group Printing, a respected name in the commercial printing industry, has been serving top-tier clients since 1912. Although offset printing, also known as lithographic printing, has a longstanding history, it continues to be the premier option for producing high-quality, crisp prints in bulk.

Fast, High Quality Offset Printing for Boston

Perfect for Boston’s dynamic market—from academic materials for renowned universities to high-volume event promotions during the Boston Marathon—Thomas Group Printing delivers top-notch offset printing services throughout the city.

Our commitment to excellence ensures that whether it’s a major print run for local conferences or marketing materials for startups in the Innovation District, we provide quality, professionalism, and free delivery.

Offset printing is ideal for large-scale projects, offering significant cost savings as the quantity increases.

The initial setup involves creating printing plates and configuring the offset press, but this cost becomes more economical with larger print volumes.

Unlike digital printing, where costs remain constant, offset printing reduces the cost per piece significantly after a certain threshold.

If you’re wondering which printing method suits your project best, our seasoned press team is ready to assist.

How Does Offset Printing Work?

The process involves transferring your image directly onto a printing plate, which is then applied to a flexible rubber sheet on the press.

This sheet rolls the ink onto the paper, resulting in sharp, vibrant images. Known as direct-to-plate or computer-to-plate offset printing, this method is highly efficient for large runs and offers precision that rivals digital printing.

Products That Work With Offset Printing

Our offset printing service caters to a variety of needs, including reports, catalogs, magazines, posters, and books.

Typically, projects requiring over 2,500 units are ideal for offset printing. We also provide various finishing options post-printing, like saddle-stitching, folding, and binding, to customize the final product to your specifications.

Examples of Offset Printing Projects We’ve Done

A perfect bound book printing project for a Miami customerinside of the brochure printing NYC done by Thomas Group Printing, a digital printing nyc company

Explore more on our Inspiration blog to see a variety of creative projects from Thomas Group Printing that might spark ideas for your next printing project.

Read Reviews From Real Customers

“An excellent printer. Love print and paper quality, their ability to work with sensitive timelines, punctual deliveries, responsiveness and variety of projects they can work on. Highly recommend.” – Ilia P.

“Absolutely superb printer. Excellent quality of product. Excellent price. Excellent and prompt customer service.” – David S.

We Deliver Quality Offset Jobs Fast – Expected Turnaround Times

Unlike many printing companies that require months of advance booking, Thomas Group Printing operates with a nimble business model that allows us to execute large offset jobs swiftly, typically within a short 6-7 day production period.

After production, we offer fast, free shipping across Boston. We encourage placing your orders early to accommodate any necessary adjustments during pre-production.

Your Trusted Partner for Boston Offset Printing

Our approach to printing is influenced by four generations of family ownership, blending traditional values with cutting-edge printing technology.

At Thomas Group Printing, we are committed to providing you with superior quality prints and service. Contact us to begin your offset printing project and experience our dedication to excellence.

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Thomas Group Printing has been in the commercial printing business for over 100 years and we’ve seen it all. We specialize in helping Boston businesses navigate their printing needs to ensure that each job rolls off the press perfectly the first time around.
We offer a wide array of services for business printing in Boston with convenient online ordering and fast shipping. If you can imagine it we can print it, quickly, correctly and with outstanding quality. 
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