Perfect bound book printing
Your story, perfected.
Perfect-bound books are the, well, perfect package for higher-page count books, manuals, and reports. Think of these bookish baddies as the stereotypical book. Just like the iconic paperback we all know and love, perfect binding involves glueing or threading pages together to create the spine, then applying adhesive to the paper to create a durable bond.
Perfect-bound book printing, the YellowDog way:
- Ideal for higher page counts
- Sturdy and durable
- Choice of specialty cover stocks
- Premium finishes for maximum impact
- Standard and custom sizes available
- Designer support for a professional layout
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If you’d like more guidance, our account managers are always here to help you through the entire process. Talk to someone today about your big idea and how we can help bring it to life.
Perfect bound book printing FAQ
Is perfect binding my only options for catalogs or booklets?
Nope! We offer spiral/Wire-o, saddle stitch, and perfect binding options. Your account manager can help you figure out the best binding for your unique project.
What is the difference between saddle-stitch binding and perfect binding?
Saddle stitch binding is a method where folded sheets are gathered together (one inside the other) and stapled through the fold line. Perfect binding is the method of binding when pages are glued together at the spine.
What's the most number of pages you can perfect bind?
It’s like we always say, go big or go home. To a point. We can bind books up to ## pages, depending on the thickness of your paper stock.
Is there a minimum page count for perfect binding?
How do you need the files to be set up?
Send your book artwork as one-up PDF files, which means having one page of your book on each PDF page instead of as spreads.
What is the minimum number of books I can order?
We do not have a minimum quantity of books you must order, but your order may be subject to a minimum order fee.
How long does perfect binding take?
When printing a perfect-bound book, we’ve got to account for both printing (5-7 business days) and binding. Allow at least 10 business days for perfect binding, since the glue needs to set and cure.
In a hurry? Ask us about spiral or Wire-o binding, which we can move along more quickly.
