Journal Printing
Our expertise lies in crafting exceptional journals through specialised printing and binding services. We proudly serve many clients, from independent authors venturing into self-publishing to international publishing companies. Our commitment to in-house production ensures swift delivery and upholds the superior quality of our journals, a standard we passionately maintain.
Comprehensive Journal Printing and Binding
At Imprint Digital, we specialise in printing and binding journals for a range of customers, from self-publishing authors to large international publishing companies. We take pride in our ability to produce all our journals in-house, ensuring fantastic turnaround times and high-quality books that we are proud to stand behind.
Various Binding Options: Paperback and Hardback
Our book printing services primarily cater to perfect-bound paperback and case-bound books, offering a classic and popular choice for journal printing. Our hardback book printing options are readily available for those seeking something more durable or looking to provide readers with a choice between paperback and hardback journals.
Customisation for Unique Journals
Understanding the uniqueness of each journal project, we offer an extensive range of customisation options. You can choose from various paper types, sizes, and cover designs, including matte and gloss finishes. This ensures that every journal we produce perfectly aligns with your specific vision and requirements.
Versatile Printing for Diverse Needs
We are equipped to handle projects of all sizes. Our capacity to print journals starting from as few as 10 copies allows you to keep your initial investment manageable while benefiting from a competitive unit cost. This versatility ensures that we can easily accommodate your specific requirements, whether your project is small or large, personal or professional.
We specialise in printing various journals, catering to various needs and themes. Alongside academic journals, we are adept at creating custom journals such as self-help journals, personal diaries, business journals, and specialised thematic journals like travel, wellness, or hobby-related. Our services are not limited to conventional types; we embrace unique and creative ideas to meet your journaling needs, ensuring each project is tailored to your vision. Whether for personal use, educational purposes, or a unique gift, we can bring your journal concept to life with our flexible and comprehensive printing solutions.
Journals can come in many sizes. Our minimum size for a paperback journal is A6 (148mm x 105mm) and the maximum size we can bind is 320 x 320mm. A standard printed journal is in the region of 216 x 138mm to 250 x 175mm.
For hardback journals, the smallest size you can have is A6 (148 x 105 mm). The largest size is 291 x 205mm (portrait) or 210 x 297 mm (landscape).
Our hardback books have a 3mm overhang on the top and bottom and 5mm overhang on the fore-edge. This means if you wish to have an A5 hardback book, the internal pages will be 210 x 148mm and the finished book with the cover will be 216 x 153mm.
We offer extensive customisation options to make your journal truly unique. In addition to standard customisations like paper type, size, and lamination, we can enhance your journal with advanced features such as:
- Gatefolds: For an impactful presentation, especially useful in art journals or where large format visuals are involved.
- Foil Blocking: Adds a luxurious and eye-catching touch to your journal’s cover, ideal for titles or special designs.
- Embossing: This creates a raised effect on the cover, adding texture and a sophisticated look.
- Spot UV: This coating technique highlights specific areas of your journal cover with a glossy finish, contrasting with the matte background.
- Binding Options: Choose from flexible paperback bindings for a classic feel, or opt for durable hardbacks. We also offer sewn hardback books for superior durability and an elegant finish.
We aim to provide various options to ensure your journal meets and exceeds your expectations. Whether you're looking for a simple, elegant design or something more intricate, our team can guide you through the process to achieve the perfect outcome for your project.
Yes, we strongly recommend obtaining a proof of your journal before proceeding with a large order. This proof serves as a sample and is an integral step to ensure that the final product aligns with your expectations. Typically, preparing this proof takes a couple of days. Reviewing a proof allows you to check and confirm every aspect of the journal, from the quality of the paper and printing to the accuracy of the design and layout. This process is designed to give you peace of mind and confidence in the quality of your order before full-scale production begins.
For our paperback covers, we use 240gsm cover board; however, other thicknesses are available. After printing, we usually apply a laminate, this would be either a gloss or matt lamination. For hardback books we use a 135gsm coloured wibalin cover wrapped around a 2750 micron board or we can use a PPC cover wrapped around the same board instead of the coloured wibalin. We are able to offer extra unique touches to our covers such as spot UV, please enquire for more details.
If you need more details about our hardback printing, please get in touch with us. You can call us at 01392 851550 or drop an email to info@imprintdigital.com.
We are also happy to send you a sample booklet showcasing various papers. To assist you in understanding the benefits of saddle-stitched booklets, we have an informative blog post that explores their advantages. Don't hesitate to contact us for more information or to request samples.
A personal service
At Imprint Digital, we're more than just a journal printing company; we are a family-owned business deeply committed to offering personalized service. Our close-knit team ensures you receive dedicated and individualized attention throughout your journal printing journey. Leveraging years of experience in the industry, we have established strong, trust-based relationships with our customers. Our approach is rooted in providing care and attention to detail as unique as your project.
Specialist Printing
Boasting over two decades of experience in book and journal printing, ImprintDigital.com has established itself as a leading specialist in the book printing industry. Our team, adept in crafting hardback and paperback journals, comprises seasoned professionals continually trained in printing techniques and using state-of-the-art technologies. Our expertise isn't limited to just printing; we are dedicated to creating masterpieces, ensuring that each page of your journal reflects our commitment to excellence.
Quality control
Quality is the cornerstone of our journal printing services at Imprint Digital. As your hardback journal progresses through each production stage, it undergoes meticulous inspections by our team. This rigorous quality control ensures that every journal we print meets not only our high standards but also yours. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in the outstanding reviews and testimonials from our clients. Choose Imprint Digital for journal printing that's synonymous with quality.