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1. What is your print & ship time?

Our print and ship time differs by product. Please see charts below for more details. For Business Cards & 4x6 Postcards the print & ship times are as follows:

For Envelopes the print & ship times are as follows:

For all other products, the print & ship times are as follows: (applies to 4.25 x 5.5 postcards, 5 x 7 postcards, 5.5 x 8.5 postcards, 6 x 11 postcards, 8.5 x 11 postcards, greeting cards, rack cards, bookmarks, brochures, letterhead, magnets, self inking stamps, and posters.)

2. What causes color drift and color out of spec?

The accuracy limitations of CMYK printing are that the results can vary, sometimes greatly, depending on the range, how it is calibrated, and the particular color you are trying to print. Even the results from different digital printers or presses can vary, so color accuracy may be an issue, particularly if you're printing items at different times or with different printers. There are also colors that cannot be reproduced using the CMYK process - such as metallic and very bright colors. It is VERY IMPORTANT that you don't use spot colors in your document. Inevitably, the colors shift when processed in CMYK, and this could be a cause of the color out of spec you're experiencing. A good idea for designers might be to go into the Pantone Process Book and pick a process color that's as close to the spot color as possible, when choosing to use a four-color printer. Select a color that can be printed in CMYK. Use the process color instead; the color is much more likely to print.

3. Why does my paper curl when I print on it?

The paper may be slightly wet due to the ink and water applied during the printing process. It needs about 1-2 weeks to completely dry depending on humidity. In most cases it's usable out of the box, but in high humidity places it could take a few days.

4. What is the different between Direct to Garment Digital Printing and Silk Screen Printing?

DTG printing is the newest technology in garment printing and is taking the industry by storm. Like our digital paper printing, direct to garment digital printing is best for short runs under 100 and is faster than Silk Screen printing. Because it has the capability of printing one shirt at a time without changing any plates, we can lower costs and pass the savings on to you. DTG printers print on shirts using an ink jet press and give the shirt a great feel and a flexible, soft touch.

Silk Screen printing has been and continues to be the standard of garment printing across the globe. Silk Screen is best for larger runs as it takes longer to set up, requires the changing of plates and has a lower per unit cost on large quantities. The production cost, production speed, and labor time required to run a silk screen printer makes it only suitable for large print runs. Silk Screen printers use a plate with ink pressed through a screen in a pattern to create an image on the fabric. Silk Screen offers the highest quality in color and durability and leaves a soft touch on the shirt.

5. What is the difference between Value Cards and Premium Cards?

Value Cards are printed on a digital press where Premium Cards are printed on an offset press. The print quality varies between each press.

Digital Printing:

Digital Printing offers our customers the highest in speed and reliability. If you are looking for a quick quality print, digital printing is the choice for you. Digital printing has the capability to print up to 600 dpi (dots per inch) using toner. A major advantage of using digital is the ability to run one at a time. At Overnight Prints we offer the highest level of digital printing for an amazing price. Digital cards are perfect for small runs, and our top of the line paper makes it easier than ever to impress.

Offset Printing:

Offset printing is the standard for printing presses across the world. If you are looking for the highest quality, offset is the right choice for you. Offset has the capability of printing up to 2400 dpi (dots per inch) using ink, which will not scratch off or crack. The major advantage of using offset is the quality. While not as fast as digital, offset provides our customers the highest quality print on our industry best paper for an affordable price. For orders of 100 and larger, offset is the best value for your money. We are proud to be the only printer to offer as low as 100 quantity on offset. Order yours with confidence today.