The details

Design Files: We work directly from your press-ready design files (Illustrator EPS, InDesign, press-ready PDF’s, etc.). Our ideal is receiving native design files for output, plus a print-ready PDF file for proofing purposes. Second-best is a press-ready PDF for output, and a faxed or FedExed hard copy for proofing purposes. Photoshop files usually don’t provide crisp enough text for letterpress printing. File prep, when necessary, is billed at $60/hour. Custom design services are also available.

Inks: We match our inks to uncoated Pantone colors. We can print metallic inks, though metallic inks on uncoated paper show only a subtle suggestion of glitter.

Impression depth: Our impression depth (how far we push the type or artwork into the paper) can range from a kiss impression to a heavy impression. Unless otherwise told, we’ll print everything with a heavy letterpress impression.

Payment terms: We require a 50% non-refundable deposit before we began work on a project, and the remaining balance plus shipping paid before we ship your pieces. We accept Visa, Mastercard, and American Express for payments. With agencies, corporate clients, or universities, we can work from a PO.

Turnaround: Our standard turnaround is 3 weeks from when we have a signed contract, a deposit, and your design files (though this varies depending on the job). One and two week rush services are available. We always try to accommodate our clients, however, so let us know your turnaround needs!

Samples: Please check out our online portfolio to see samples of our work.