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HOW IT WORKS
Easy Steps to Order
1. Place Your Order
Choose and order custom products tailored to your needs
2. Review & Approve the Proof
Receive a digital proof to review and make revisions for the perfect print.
3. We Print and Ship
Once approved, we print your order and ship it to you
What is the visual difference between standard, spot UV, and foil business cards?
Standard cards are full-colour digital print on a flat matte or gloss laminate, clean and professional, no specialty finish. Spot UV adds a high-gloss coating to selected design elements, so a logo or headline catches the light against a matte background. Foil stamps reflective metallic film (gold, silver, rose gold, copper, or holographic) directly onto the card surface, with flat foil flush to the paper or raised foil lifted on a thin polymer dome.
The cost ladder runs standard (lowest), spot UV (moderate add), foil (premium). The visual lift scales with that order; pick the level that matches the brand signal and budget.
What weight stock should I choose for business cards?
350 gsm is the catalogue baseline, substantial, professional, fast-turnaround, lowest unit cost. 400 gsm is the recommended default for premium finishes (spot UV, foil, Scodix) because it does not flex under the press and reads as more substantial in the hand. Duplex stocks at 600 to 700 gsm are reserved for the highest-tactile briefs, often with a coloured edge.
If you are unsure, default to 400 gsm matte; it is the most-ordered weight in the range across both volume corporate and premium creative briefs.
What sizes do you offer?
Standard Australian and international business card size is 90 mm by 55 mm, which is our default and accepted by every standard cardholder. We also offer square (55 mm by 55 mm), mini (85 mm by 30 mm), and slim (90 mm by 40 mm) for differentiated formats, plus rounded-corner options across all sizes.
Custom sizes are available on request for specialty briefs, submit a quote with your dimensions and our team confirms feasibility within the press tolerances.
Can I print on both sides? Different content on each side?
Yes, two-sided print is supported across the full catalogue at no different turnaround penalty. Each side accepts independent artwork, finishes, and design treatments; many briefs use a logo-led front and an information-led back (services, hours, contact panel, appointment grid). Two-sided is included as standard, not as a paid upgrade.
What is the minimum order quantity for custom business cards?
Most products in the range start at low minimums (typically 50 to 100 cards) suitable for individual professionals, small teams, and event speakers. Bulk pricing tiers begin at 250 and scale to 500, 1,000, and 2,500 quantity bands with significant per-unit breaks at each tier. Exact minimums and bulk breaks are listed on each product page.
How long does production take?
Standard digital business cards ship within 3 to 4 business days after artwork approval. Spot UV adds 1 to 2 production days for the secondary UV pass. Foil and Scodix finishes add 2 to 3 production days for the dedicated finishing equipment. Duplex cards add up to 1 day for the lamination step.
We confirm the exact dispatch timeline at quote stage; rush turnaround is available on most products subject to press scheduling.
What artwork file format do you accept?
Vector formats are preferred: AI, EPS, PDF, or SVG, with all fonts outlined and at 100% scale with 3 mm bleed on all sides. We also accept high-resolution PNG and TIFF files at 300 dpi minimum at print size.
Supply CMYK colour space where possible, RGB files are converted at press and we flag any colour-shift risk on the digital proof. Pantone-spot-matched colour is supported on request for brand-specific colour requirements; pricing includes a small per-spot-colour add.
How much do custom business cards cost?
Pricing scales by finish, paper stock, size, quantity, and whether you print one or two sides. Standard digital from low quantities starts well below a dollar per card and drops sharply at the 250, 500, and 1,000 quantity breaks. Spot UV adds a moderate per-unit premium; foil and Scodix sit at the premium tier with the smallest per-unit gap closing at 1,000-plus volumes.
The most accurate quote is the live calculator on each product page, which shows the full per-quantity tier breakdown for the specific finish you choose.
Do you offer eco-friendly or recycled stock options?
Yes, recycled and FSC-certified paper stocks are available on request across the standard, spot UV, and duplex finishes. Uncoated recycled stock has a slightly textured natural finish and reads as a deliberate brand choice rather than a compromise.
Foil and Scodix finishes use specialty films and polymers, so the recycled-paper option is most popular on standard and spot UV briefs where the substrate is the dominant material.
Will the foil flake or chip with handling?
Modern foil stamping uses heat-cured films that bond directly to the paper surface; under normal carrying, handling, and exchange the foil layer is durable for the life of the card. Aggressive bending, sharp creasing, or repeated abrasion can lift foil at the affected edges, which is why we recommend carrying foil cards in a hard cardholder rather than a folded wallet.
Raised foil sits on a polymer dome and is similarly durable; the dome is firm enough to resist normal pocket pressure without flattening.
Can I see a sample or get a digital proof first?
Every order receives a digital proof before printing, you sign off on colour, sizing, layout, content, and finish placement before we go to press. Physical sample packs of common stocks and finishes are available on request for first-time orders or large-volume tenders, at no charge for legitimate quoting use cases.
Do you offer design help?
Yes, if you have a logo or a rough concept, our design team can build print-ready artwork for a small additional fee. We also provide blank templates pre-set with bleed and safe zones for the common card sizes; download from the relevant product page.
For self-design briefs, our pre-press team also flags layout issues at file-check stage and sends back specific notes if anything would print poorly, that catch-and-fix step is included free with every order.
Are rounded corners and Pantone colour matching available?
Rounded corners are available across the catalogue as a standard finishing option; common radii are 3 mm and 5 mm. Pantone spot-colour matching is supported for brand-specific colours and is most accurate on coated stocks; our team confirms the achievable match against the supplied Pantone reference at proof stage.
Both options carry small additional fees and are most economical when specified at quote stage rather than added mid-production.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the visual difference between standard, spot UV, and foil business cards?
Standard cards are full-colour digital print on a flat matte or gloss laminate, clean and professional, no specialty finish. Spot UV adds a high-gloss coating to selected design elements, so a logo or headline catches the light against a matte background. Foil stamps reflective metallic film (gold, silver, rose gold, copper, or holographic) directly onto the card surface, with flat foil flush to the paper or raised foil lifted on a thin polymer dome.
The cost ladder runs standard (lowest), spot UV (moderate add), foil (premium). The visual lift scales with that order; pick the level that matches the brand signal and budget.
What weight stock should I choose for business cards?
350 gsm is the catalogue baseline, substantial, professional, fast-turnaround, lowest unit cost. 400 gsm is the recommended default for premium finishes (spot UV, foil, Scodix) because it does not flex under the press and reads as more substantial in the hand. Duplex stocks at 600 to 700 gsm are reserved for the highest-tactile briefs, often with a coloured edge.
If you are unsure, default to 400 gsm matte; it is the most-ordered weight in the range across both volume corporate and premium creative briefs.
What sizes do you offer?
Standard Australian and international business card size is 90 mm by 55 mm, which is our default and accepted by every standard cardholder. We also offer square (55 mm by 55 mm), mini (85 mm by 30 mm), and slim (90 mm by 40 mm) for differentiated formats, plus rounded-corner options across all sizes.
Custom sizes are available on request for specialty briefs, submit a quote with your dimensions and our team confirms feasibility within the press tolerances.
Can I print on both sides? Different content on each side?
Yes, two-sided print is supported across the full catalogue at no different turnaround penalty. Each side accepts independent artwork, finishes, and design treatments; many briefs use a logo-led front and an information-led back (services, hours, contact panel, appointment grid). Two-sided is included as standard, not as a paid upgrade.
What is the minimum order quantity for custom business cards?
Most products in the range start at low minimums (typically 50 to 100 cards) suitable for individual professionals, small teams, and event speakers. Bulk pricing tiers begin at 250 and scale to 500, 1,000, and 2,500 quantity bands with significant per-unit breaks at each tier. Exact minimums and bulk breaks are listed on each product page.
How long does production take?
Standard digital business cards ship within 3 to 4 business days after artwork approval. Spot UV adds 1 to 2 production days for the secondary UV pass. Foil and Scodix finishes add 2 to 3 production days for the dedicated finishing equipment. Duplex cards add up to 1 day for the lamination step.
We confirm the exact dispatch timeline at quote stage; rush turnaround is available on most products subject to press scheduling.
What artwork file format do you accept?
Vector formats are preferred: AI, EPS, PDF, or SVG, with all fonts outlined and at 100% scale with 3 mm bleed on all sides. We also accept high-resolution PNG and TIFF files at 300 dpi minimum at print size.
Supply CMYK colour space where possible, RGB files are converted at press and we flag any colour-shift risk on the digital proof. Pantone-spot-matched colour is supported on request for brand-specific colour requirements; pricing includes a small per-spot-colour add.
How much do custom business cards cost?
Pricing scales by finish, paper stock, size, quantity, and whether you print one or two sides. Standard digital from low quantities starts well below a dollar per card and drops sharply at the 250, 500, and 1,000 quantity breaks. Spot UV adds a moderate per-unit premium; foil and Scodix sit at the premium tier with the smallest per-unit gap closing at 1,000-plus volumes.
The most accurate quote is the live calculator on each product page, which shows the full per-quantity tier breakdown for the specific finish you choose.
Do you offer eco-friendly or recycled stock options?
Yes, recycled and FSC-certified paper stocks are available on request across the standard, spot UV, and duplex finishes. Uncoated recycled stock has a slightly textured natural finish and reads as a deliberate brand choice rather than a compromise.
Foil and Scodix finishes use specialty films and polymers, so the recycled-paper option is most popular on standard and spot UV briefs where the substrate is the dominant material.
Will the foil flake or chip with handling?
Modern foil stamping uses heat-cured films that bond directly to the paper surface; under normal carrying, handling, and exchange the foil layer is durable for the life of the card. Aggressive bending, sharp creasing, or repeated abrasion can lift foil at the affected edges, which is why we recommend carrying foil cards in a hard cardholder rather than a folded wallet.
Raised foil sits on a polymer dome and is similarly durable; the dome is firm enough to resist normal pocket pressure without flattening.
Can I see a sample or get a digital proof first?
Every order receives a digital proof before printing, you sign off on colour, sizing, layout, content, and finish placement before we go to press. Physical sample packs of common stocks and finishes are available on request for first-time orders or large-volume tenders, at no charge for legitimate quoting use cases.
Do you offer design help?
Yes, if you have a logo or a rough concept, our design team can build print-ready artwork for a small additional fee. We also provide blank templates pre-set with bleed and safe zones for the common card sizes; download from the relevant product page.
For self-design briefs, our pre-press team also flags layout issues at file-check stage and sends back specific notes if anything would print poorly, that catch-and-fix step is included free with every order.
Are rounded corners and Pantone colour matching available?
Rounded corners are available across the catalogue as a standard finishing option; common radii are 3 mm and 5 mm. Pantone spot-colour matching is supported for brand-specific colours and is most accurate on coated stocks; our team confirms the achievable match against the supplied Pantone reference at proof stage.
Both options carry small additional fees and are most economical when specified at quote stage rather than added mid-production.
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Custom Business Cards Printed in Australia
Our custom business cards are printed locally on premium coated and uncoated stocks, with a finish library that runs from clean digital standards through spot UV, flat and raised foil, Scodix raised polymer, duplex sandwich stocks, and on-trend coloured papers. Every card is print-ready checked, digitally proofed, and produced on calibrated digital presses for sharp text and accurate colour across reorders.
The range covers seven core PDPs spanning every common brief: corporate networking at standard quality, designer-grade spot UV callouts, premium foil for luxury and creative brands, dimensional Scodix for high-end tactile finishes, and duplex or coloured-paper stocks for differentiated edge profiles. The complete business card design guide walks through how to brief a printer end to end; how to choose the right business card compares the finish ladder against budget and audience.
The four levers shaping a business-card order are finish, paper stock, size, and one-or-two-sided print. Pick the finish first, it sets the perceived quality bar and constrains stock and turnaround. The sections below walk each lever in detail.
Shop Custom Business Cards by Finish
Finish is the lever buyers notice first. It carries most of the perceived-quality signal and adds between zero and three production days depending on which family you choose. Six finish families cover every brief in our catalogue.
Standard digital: the volume default
Full-colour digital print on 350 to 400 gsm coated or uncoated stock. Sharp typography, consistent colour across reorders, lowest unit cost in the range, fastest turnaround, usually 3 to 4 business days from artwork approval. Standard cards suit corporate networking, trades, and conference handouts where the priority is volume and legibility rather than a tactile hero finish. Available with matte, gloss, or satin laminate; matte is the most-ordered choice because it reads premium without glare.
Spot UV: gloss callouts on a matte field
Spot UV applies a high-gloss UV-cured coating to selected design elements while the rest of the card stays matte. The visual effect is a subtle reflective lift on logos, headlines, or graphic accents that reads at the right angle and disappears flat-on. It is the most cost-effective way to differentiate a card without paying foil prices. Pairs best with a matte laminate base and 400 gsm stock; adds 1 to 2 production days.
Foil: flat and raised metallic finishes
Foil business cards stamp metallic gold, silver, rose gold, copper, or holographic film onto the card surface using heat and pressure. Flat foil sits flush with the paper; raised foil presses a thin polymer dome under the foil that lifts the metal off the surface for a tactile finish. Both options carry the highest perceived-quality signal in the range, which is why luxury, creative-agency, and premium-service brands lead with foil. Adds 2 to 3 production days. Our foil business cards explained guide covers flat vs raised foil and where each sits on the cost ladder.
Scodix: dimensional raised polymer print
Scodix is a digital raised-print technology that lays clear or coloured polymer onto the card in a tactile layer up to roughly 80 microns high. Effects include raised gloss spot fields, sensory textures, and dimensional metallic finishes not achievable with conventional UV or foil. Common pick for design studios and brand-identity work where the card itself is a work sample. Adds 2 to 3 production days.
Duplex: sandwich stocks with a coloured edge
Duplex cards are made by laminating two sheets of coloured stock with a contrasting middle layer that becomes visible as a coloured edge stripe. The result is a thick 600 to 700 gsm card with a distinctive edge profile, black core between cream sheets, white core between charcoal, or any standard pairing. Popular with creative directors and architects who want a quietly premium feel without foil or Scodix.
Coloured paper: tone-on-tone print
Coloured-paper cards print on through-dyed stock so the card colour runs all the way through the substrate, including the edge. Available in black, kraft, cream, charcoal, navy, and other tones. Print options include reverse-out white ink, foil, and spot UV for high-contrast designs. Reads confident and editorial; works for hospitality, fashion, and design brands. The 2026 business card design trends breakdown covers where coloured paper is moving in current creative briefs.
Finish Comparison at a Glance
Side-by-side spec table for the six core finish families. Use this as a quick filter before drilling into the section above.
| Spec | Standard | Spot UV | Foil | Scodix | Duplex / Coloured |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Production add-on | None, baseline 3-4 days | +1 to 2 days | +2 to 3 days | +2 to 3 days | None to +1 day |
| Visual effect | Clean, full-colour digital | Gloss-on-matte callouts | Reflective metallic accents | Raised tactile dimensional | Coloured edge / through-dyed body |
| Tactile feel | Smooth flat | Subtle relief on UV areas | Flat foil flush; raised foil tactile | Highest tactile in range | Heavy substantial card body |
| Stock weight | 350 to 400 gsm | 400 gsm matte preferred | 400 gsm or higher | 400 gsm or higher | 600 to 700 gsm duplex |
| Best fit | Corporate, networking, volume runs | Designer-led brands on a budget | Luxury, agency, premium service | Design studios, brand identity work | Architects, creative directors, hospitality |
| Cost tier | Lowest | Moderate add | Premium | Premium | Moderate to premium |
Shop Custom Business Cards by Use Case
Corporate and Networking
High-volume runs for sales teams, account managers, and enterprise functions where consistency across hundreds of cards matters more than hero treatment. Standard digital on 400 gsm matte is the volume-default spec; spot UV adds a logo callout for executive cards without breaking budget.
Trades and Service Pros
Plumbers, electricians, builders, and mobile services where the card sits in a glove box, wallet, or van for months. Gloss laminate on 400 gsm resists oil, dirt, and creasing better than uncoated stock; two-sided print maximises the contact surface for services list, hours, and call-out details.
Creative and Premium Brands
Designers, creative agencies, architects, photographers, and luxury-service brands where the card is itself a brand artefact. Foil, Scodix, and duplex are the dominant choices; stock and finish carry as much brand signal as the printed graphic. See what to put on a business card for layout decisions when the card is doing brand work alongside contact details.
Retail and Hospitality
Boutique retail, restaurants, cafes, salons, and venues where the card doubles as a loyalty seed or appointment card. Coloured paper with reverse-out white ink reads editorial and pairs well with hospitality branding; two-sided print supports a visit tracker or appointment slot on the reverse.
Event Speaker and Conference
Speakers, panellists, and conference delegates needing a small print run with a strong first-impression finish. Foil or Scodix on 400 gsm is the typical pick, low volume makes the per-unit premium of a hero finish negligible against the brand value at a high-stakes event.
Real Estate and Property
Sales agents, property managers, and mortgage brokers working in front of high-value clients. Duplex or coloured-paper stock with foil accents lifts the card above the standard agency template; matte laminate keeps glare off branding at the open-home table.
How to Choose: A Quick-Pick Guide
If you are unsure which combination fits the brief, the quick-pick below maps common applications to a recommended starting spec. These are defaults, not absolutes, we tighten the spec at proof stage.
If your brief is...
High-volume corporate sales team: standard digital, 400 gsm matte laminate, two-sided print.
Trades or mobile services card: standard digital, 400 gsm gloss laminate, two-sided print.
Designer-led brand on a moderate budget: spot UV on 400 gsm matte, logo callout only.
Luxury or premium-service brand: flat or raised foil on 400 gsm matte, gold or copper accents.
...the recommended spec is
Design studio / agency self-card: Scodix dimensional on 400 gsm or duplex with foil edge accent.
Architect or creative director: duplex 700 gsm with coloured edge, spot UV or foil logo.
Hospitality or retail loyalty card: coloured paper, reverse-out white ink, two-sided print with grid on reverse.
Event speaker small run: foil on 400 gsm matte; low quantity makes the unit premium negligible.
Paper Stocks and GSM Weight Options
Stock weight is the second-biggest perceptible-quality signal after finish. A premium foil on a 300 gsm flimsy stock undersells the finish; a clean standard print on 400 gsm matte often outperforms a more expensive treatment on lighter paper. Three weight tiers cover the catalogue.
- 350 gsm, the catalogue baseline. Substantial enough to feel professional, fast turnaround, lowest unit cost. Standard for high-volume corporate and trades briefs.
- 400 gsm, the sweet spot for most premium finishes. Heavy enough to take spot UV, foil, and Scodix without flexing under the press. Recommended default for designer and creative briefs.
- 600 to 700 gsm duplex, sandwich-laminated card built from two sheets, used for duplex coloured-edge cards and ultra-premium tactile briefs. Reads as a deliberately substantial artefact in the hand.
Texture options include smooth coated (best for photographic reproduction), matte uncoated (premium hand feel, best for typography-led design), and felt or linen-textured stocks for editorial briefs. Coated stocks accept laminate directly; uncoated can be laminated, but texture flattens slightly under the film, skip the laminate to keep the uncoated effect.
Design Considerations: Bleed, Safe Zone, and Typography
Print-ready artwork prevents reprints and colour shifts. Three technical specs apply to every business card we print, regardless of finish.
Bleed and trim
Extend background colour and imagery 3 mm beyond the trim line on all four sides. The guillotine cuts with a tolerance of about 0.5 mm; without bleed, a small movement at cut produces a thin white edge. Standard size is 90 mm by 55 mm, so supply artwork at 96 mm by 61 mm including bleed.
Safe zone for content
Keep all critical content, text, logos, contact details, at least 4 mm inside the trim line. This protects against cut tolerance so nothing important sits where a small trim variation would clip it.
Typography minimums
Set body text no smaller than 7 pt for legibility; 8 to 9 pt is safer for older audiences. Outline all fonts in the supplied artwork to prevent font-substitution errors. CMYK at 300 dpi minimum on raster elements; vectors are preferred for logos. Common pitfalls are covered in the common business card mistakes guide.
How a Custom Business Card Order Moves Through the Press
From order to dispatch, every business card passes through a five-step production pipeline. Knowing what happens at each stage helps you plan timelines and spot the right moments to review.
1. File check
Within one business day of order placement, our pre-press team opens your artwork and checks resolution, bleed, font outlining, colour profile, and any special-finish layer masks. Flagged issues come back with specific notes; clean files move straight to proof.
2. Digital proof
You receive a digital proof showing the print output at exact sizing with any special-finish areas overlaid. Sign off on colour, layout, content, and finish placement before production starts.
3. Press
Approved files run on calibrated production digital presses for the full-colour base. Most jobs run digitally for sharp text, accurate colour, and consistent reorder matching. Typically 1 to 2 business days at this stage.
4. Finishing: UV, foil, Scodix, duplex
Cards needing premium finish move to dedicated equipment. Spot UV passes through a UV coating press; foil cards are stamped on heated foil-press equipment; Scodix runs through digital raised-polymer presses; duplex is laminated and edge-trimmed. Adds 1 to 3 days.
5. Cut, pack, dispatch
Cards are guillotine-cut to final size, optionally rounded-corner trimmed, quality-checked, banded in 50s or 100s, and packed in protective boxes. Dispatch is by tracked Australia Post or courier with tracking link by email.
Handling and Card Lifespan
Business cards do not have a rated lifespan the way an outdoor decal does, but how you store and carry them affects how well they age. Premium finishes hold up better in pockets than uncoated stocks because the laminate or UV layer resists skin oil and edge scuff.
- Carry working cards in a metal or hard plastic cardholder rather than a wallet, pocket pressure is the biggest cause of bent corners and worn edges.
- Avoid humid pockets and damp environments. Uncoated stocks absorb moisture and can cockle; coated and laminated stocks resist this far better.
- Store the bulk run flat in the original packaging at room temperature, away from direct sunlight. Cards can sit 12 to 24 months with no measurable degradation.
- For trade-show runs, count out the event cards into a separate carrier and keep the bulk run sealed; it preserves card edges and avoids handling fatigue on the bulk stock.
Why Print With Paperlust
Australian-printed with calibrated digital presses, locally-stocked premium paper, and in-house spot UV, foil, Scodix, and duplex finishing. The full pipeline runs under one roof, which is why our 3-to-5 day standard turnaround holds up across the finish ladder rather than stretching out for premium options.
Free pre-press file checks on every order, with specific notes back to you on any low-resolution artwork, missing bleed, or finish-layer mask issues before printing. Every order receives a digital proof showing exact print output and finish placement, signed off before press, so colour and layout are confirmed before production cost is committed. For a worked illustration of how unit cost scales with volume across our print catalogue see the Australian print pricing guide, the same volume-tier model applies to business cards, with substantial breaks at the 250, 500, and 1,000 points.
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