Custom Postcard Printing FAQs
1. What postcard sizes can I print?
Overnight Prints offers eight postcard sizes: 4" × 6", 4.25" × 5.5", 5" × 7", 5.5" × 8.5", 6" × 9", 6" × 11", 8" × 10", and 8.5" × 11". Smaller sizes work well for concise promotions and announcements, while larger postcards provide more room for images, offers and detailed marketing messages.
2. What paper is available for custom postcards?
You can choose between 15pt Premium, which is recommended for photography and image-heavy artwork, and 110# Premium Uncoated, which is well suited to vector artwork and illustrations.
3. Can I print postcards on both sides?
Yes. Postcards can be ordered with single-sided or double-sided printing. Double-sided printing is useful when you want one side to feature your main visual or promotion and the other to contain additional information or mailing content.
4. What finishes are available for postcards?
Available front and back coating options include Satin Matte, Full Gloss and Spot UV. Satin Matte provides a smooth, understated appearance, Full Gloss adds shine, and Spot UV can be used to emphasize selected areas of the design.
5. Can I order postcards with rounded corners?
Yes. You can choose square or rounded corners when configuring your postcards. Rounded corners are available as an optional upgrade.
6. Can I order envelopes with my postcards?
Yes. White envelopes can be added to postcard orders, making them useful for invitations, announcements and other occasions when you prefer an enclosed presentation.
7. What quantities of postcards can I order?
Postcard quantities start at 25 and go up to 100,000, giving you options for small personal orders, local promotions and large marketing campaigns.
8. Can I use postcards for direct mail marketing?
Yes. Custom postcards are well suited to direct mail campaigns, promotions, announcements and customer outreach. Overnight Prints also provides the option to add Mailing Services to a postcard order.
9. Can I upload my own postcard design?
Yes. You can upload your own artwork or start with one of the available postcard templates and customize the design online. This makes it possible to create branded business postcards as well as personalized postcards for events and announcements.
10. What are custom postcards commonly used for?
Custom postcards can be used for business promotions, direct mail campaigns, sales, announcements, invitations, events, holiday greetings and customer outreach. Businesses can use them as marketing postcards, while individuals can create personalized or photo postcards for special occasions.