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Whether you need just a few catalogs for a pitch meeting or a full print run for your business, Thomas Group can accommodate all kinds of catalog printing jobs. We print look books for the fashion industry, commercial catalogs, and everything in between. We print catalogs in NYC and offer fast shipping to your home or business anywhere in the USA.
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FAQ
How is Page Count Determined?
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 and Wire-O: Requires page counts divisible by 2.
What’s the Maximum or Minimum Page Count?
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.
What is the difference between coated and uncoated paper?
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.
Should I Choose Color or Black-and-White Printing for My Bound Product?
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.
How Long Does it Take to Produce a Bound Product?
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.
How Can I Avoid Delays in Prepress and Design?
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
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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.
Professional Catalog Printing in NYC, Fast & High-Quality
As a family-owned Manhattan print company, we understand the pace of doing business in NYC and will work with you to get your catalogs done when you need them, whether that’s next-day printing, rush printing or a more relaxed timeline. Our focus is on giving our customers the best quality available, with excellent customer service. We’ll even send your catalog order by courier to get it in your hands as fast as possible, if you’re located anywhere in NYC.
Catalog Printing Options
Catalogs can be created with a wide range of papers, binding, and finishing options. The right choice for your particular catalog project will depend on your business and the type of catalog you need.
Thomas Group’s experienced pre-press team can help you with advice on the options available. Binding choices, for example, include perfect-bound catalogs, wire or coil bindings, or even saddle-stitching for small catalog projects. We can finish your catalogs with a laminations, full or spot UV coatings for longevity, or other final-touch options to make your catalog stand out.
Our in-house paper selection gives you an extensive array of choices for catalog materials, from heavy, elegant papers, best in small runs, to glossy lightweight paper suitable for the largest catalogs.
Digital vs. Offset Catalog Printing
Thomas Group offers both traditional offset printing and digital printing, so you can choose the method that best suits your catalog needs. Offset printing is great for high-volume print runs and is more cost-effective when more catalogs are printed. If you have a large catalog printing order, offset printing is often an affordable way to go, but we’re happy to provide comparison quotes on any project to help you make a decision.
Digital printing enables us to print with a shorter turnaround time, and is the best way to do short-run catalog printing or small print runs. Using digital printing also allows us to offer variable data printing options, like adding a different mailing address or customer name to each catalog. Digital catalog printing also has the advantage of making it easy to customize and change your catalogs any time it’s needed, and offers the freedom to print as few or as many catalogs as you need cost-effectively.
Get in touch with us anytime for a quote on your catalog printing project or any questions you may have about our printing capabilities and process.
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