Business Cards

High quality prints

Eco-friendly production

Various finishes & sizes

Spot UV

Foil blocking

Same day & express service available*

*This is available on certain products at an added cost. Please mention this from the outset if required and speak to a member of staff.

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Business Cards

Name: Zeta Printing Ltd
Address: Units C1–C5, Phoenix Trading Estate, London Road, Thrupp, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL5 2BX, GB
Telephone: 01453 731001

High Quality Business Cards

Business cards have remained an essential piece of stationery for years. Making a great first impression is vital for any business, and with our variety of finishing options, we can help you create a high-quality business card that sets you apart from the competition.

The look and feel of your business cards are key to reflecting your company’s image and brand. Whether you want to print on recycled paper to emphasize your eco-friendly values, or prefer a premium paper with a soft-touch finish to convey luxury and professionalism, we offer a wide range of options to suit your needs.

Looking for a Bespoke service?

While the standard size is 85 x 55mm, we can accommodate custom sizes or even folded cards to suit your needs.

Need a Fast turnaround?

The lead time for business cards depends on the number of versions, quantity, and any special finishes required. Typically, we aim for a 2-5 day turnaround, but if you need your cards sooner, please let us know upfront, and we’ll do our best to meet your deadline.

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Choosing Your Business Cards

Typically, a business card order begins with 3 decisions: the thickness of your business cards, the finish of your business cards, and how many business cards you need.

Our standard card is 350gsm, and we can go up to a thicker 450gsm for a more substantial card. Both can be printed in single or double-sided format.

Finishes differ between businesses, and can be as simple as matt or gloss lamination to protect your cards and keep them looking fresh, or alternatively you can opt for soft-touch lamination, which gives a velvety feel to the card. We can also use Spot UV to highlight areas of your design against a matt background, or we can use foil blocking, which uses heat to press metallic foil onto specific parts of your design such as your logo or name. We can also round the corners of your cards, which also helps stop the cards from bending.

If an eco-friendly card is of interest then these can be printed on recycled stock – all our papers are FSC certified.

We can usually turn around business cards within 2–5 days. This can be with artwork supplied by yourself or created by our design team.

Paper, Sizes and Finishes

Paper

We offer a variety of paper options, ranging from the standard 350gsm to a thicker 450gsm board, available in both single and double-sided finishes.

Sizes

The standard size is 85 x 55mm, but we can accommodate custom sizes or even folded cards to meet your preferences.

Rounded Corners

Rounded corners add a subtle, elegant touch to your business card, offering a polished, professional finish. They’re also less prone to bending, helping your cards stay looking fresh longer.

Lamination

Laminating your business cards adds durability and protection while giving them a sleek, professional appearance. Available in both matte and gloss finishes.

Soft Touch Lamination

For an extra luxurious feel, opt for soft-touch lamination. It gives your cards a silky, velvety texture, creating a lasting impression.

Recycled

We use materials from sustainable sources, and whenever possible, we encourage the use of eco-friendly and recycled options.

Matt Lamination with Spot UV

Spot UV business cards feature a glossy UV coating applied to specific areas, creating a striking contrast with the matte finish and highlighting key elements of your design.

Foil Blocking

Foil blocking provides a distinctive, eye-catching finish. Using heat, foil is pressed onto specific areas of the card, delivering a metallic effect that accentuates certain parts of your design.

Delivery Options

Local deliveries via our staff and company van
Next-day parcels/pallets via courier
Same-day delivery (available on request with a dedicated vehicle)
We cover the UK, including the Scottish Highlands and Northern Ireland.

*Same-day and express services are available for certain products at an additional cost—please inform us at the start and speak to a team member.

Lead Times

Same day prints, please call and discuss.
Short-run digital print products: 2–5 days
Litho production: 5 – 7 days

Print Management

We also offer a print management service, including large volume printing, part supply delivery, on-site stock holding, and call-off deliveries. Contact us for more details.

How to Order

To place an order from us enter your details into our online quote form to confirm the finished size, paper weight, finishes, quantity and delivery requirements for your order.

A member of our team will then provide you a quote straight away.

Online Quote

If you have any pre-order questions, please visit our contact page to email us or give us a call.

How to Supply Artwork

When sending artwork for press…

We are happy to accept a variety of file formats. Our inhouse studio has the following software…

Mac:
InDesign CC ‘packaged to include all fonts & images’
Adobe Illustrator CS 5.5
Adobe Photoshop CS 5.5
QuarkXPress 8.5 ‘collect for output, include fonts & images’

PC:
Publisher
Microsoft Word (not for spot colour)

We also accept: PDF/X format (hi resolution) with 3mm bleed & crop marks.
.eps saved with 3mm bleed & crop marks.

Canva:
Custom Document Size Instructions
High Resolution PDF Output Instructions – (Ensure you click PDF PRINT)

Image quality:
All images should be supplied as 300dpi CMYK .j.peg, .tif or .eps.

Things to remember:

Make sure all images are hi res CMYK or greyscale.
Make sure there is 3mm bleed on images extending beyond the final size of your document.
Include all fonts.

If in doubt, give us a call on: 01453 731001

Getting the files to us:
We accept files via CD / DVD, Email, Memory stick, wetransfer.com (FREE file sharing site – 2GB max).

Artwork Templates

Size charts and template downloads to go here…

Sustainability

Print that doesn’t cost the earth…

At Zeta Printing, we don’t just talk about sustainability – we deliver. Here are just a few of the ways we minimise our impact on the world around us:

We recycle 100% of our paper waste
We recycle 100% of our cardboard waste
We’re powered by clean, renewable energy from Ecotricity
We use vegetable-based inks which are kinder to the environment
We recycle 100% of our printing plates
All paper stocks are FSC certified
All our cleaning rags are sent for recycling and reuse
We’re certified by the Environment Agency (registration number BLS/345108)

Environmental Policy

FSC Certified Stocks
Vegetable Inks
Recycle Paper Waste
Recycle Aluminium Plates

FAQs

How long is a quote valid for?

Technically 30 days, but unless we incur increases on materials it will be longer.

Do you offer eco friendly or recycled options?

All of our materials are from sustainable sources, eco friendly and recycled materials are encouraged where possible.

Can I order a custom shape / size?

Each job is bespoke, we enjoy working closely with you to give you the outcome you are looking for.

Are there any minimum / maximum order requirements?

No minimum or maximum, we would explain the most cost effective option for you though, for you to decide.

Are there any discounts for bulk or repeating orders?

If you order in bulk, you will benefit from a better unit rate.
Some jobs are cheaper when they repeat for certain reasons.

What are your payment methods?

Payment can be made via: Bacs Payment, Card Payment *No American Express* or Cash

When must payment be made?

This will vary for many reasons, it will be discussed prior to the order taking place.

What is your return or refund policy?

Every job will be looked at individually and an agreement made from both parties, to ensure the best outcome.

Design Service

You don’t have to provide finished artwork for us to handle your print work. Our modern, well-equipped design studio – and experienced creative designers – can produce professional artwork for you.

Just get in touch to talk us through what you need.

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