Looking for reliable and professional magazine printing in Bath? We offer high-quality, affordable printing services to help Bath publishers and businesses create engaging and visually appealing publications. Whether you need perfect-bound journals, saddle-stitched newsletters, or glossy periodicals, our custom-printed magazines are crafted to meet your specific publishing requirements. Located approximately 30 miles from Bath. We provide efficient turnaround times and friendly, dependable service to businesses in Bath.
High Quality
Magazines Bath
Magazines are a powerful way to turn your digital or physical content into a printed publication that captures your audience’s attention. The paper choice, size, and finishing options play a significant role in how your magazine is perceived. For example, a glossy finish can create a more vibrant look, while Spot UV and embossing can highlight specific content and create a more tactile experience.
We offer a wide range of paper options, including both recycled budget and premium papers, as well as various binding choices. Whether you’re looking for a high-end magazine or a more affordable option, we can guide you in selecting the best paper weight and binding to ensure your publication makes the right impression.
Looking for a Bespoke service?
Send us your dimensions, number of pages, and any finishing requirements for a customised magazine printing quote.
Need a Fast turnaround?
The lead time for printed magazines depends on factors like the number of pages, quantity, and finishing options. Typically, we recommend allowing 2-10 days, but please let us know your deadlines, and we will do our best to accommodate them.
Paper
Magazines can be printed on a variety of paper weights, including 90gsm, 100gsm, 115gsm, 120gsm, and 130gsm, depending on your preference for thickness and feel.
Sizes
The standard sizes for magazines are A3 and A4, but we also offer bespoke options to print your magazine in any size you require.
Matt / Gloss Lamination
Laminating your magazines enhances their durability and protection, giving them a polished, professional finish. We offer both matt and gloss lamination options to suit your style.
Recycled
All our materials come from sustainable sources, and we encourage the use of eco-friendly and recycled materials wherever possible.
Matt Lamination with Spot UV
Spot UV adds a thin layer of UV gloss to selected areas of your magazine, creating a contrasting, shiny, smooth finish that highlights specific parts of the design.
Delivery Options
- Local deliveries via our staff and company van
- *Next day parcels /pallets via courier
- *Same day – can be arranged on a dedicated vehicle
- Covering the UK, Scottish Highlands, Northern Ireland
*Same day and express service is available on certain products at an added cost. Please mention this from the outset if required and speak to a member of staff.
Lead Times
- Lead-time for printed brochures depends on the number of pages and total quantity
- Please try to allow 2-10 days in most cases
- Anything outside of this please highlight from the outset and we will do our best to meet your deadlines
Print Management
We offer a print management service where we can print large volumes, deliver a part supply to you, hold stock on site, and the balance to be delivered on call-off. Get in touch for further information.
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.
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).
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.
