Perfect Bound Booklet Printing
Print newsstand-quality perfect bound booklets with advanced offset presses and highly competitive pricing. Perfect binding secures the trimmed text block to a wrap-around 4pp cover, creating a clean, square spine for a true paperback look. It’s ideal for thicker booklets such as annuals, lookbooks, catalogs, manuals, and course materials when presentation and durability matter. Choose your size, paper, and cover finish (matte, gloss, soft-touch). Get an instant quote, download the 4pp cover template, or request a sample pack.
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Surface Finishes For Booklet
Laminated Cover Options
We can laminate your cover pages with a range of coatings, including UV, gloss, matte, and soft touch lamination, to protect your booklet and give it a truly professional finish.
Surface Finishes
We offer various surface finishes
The finish options in the quote calculator are available for gold or silver foil stamping up to 5.9″ x 1.18″, and embossing or spot UV treatment for areas up to 7.87″ x 1.96″. If you need a larger area of special finish, please contact us.
You can also order one of our sample books on this page to explore the different finishes and foil stamping colors.
Common Printed Booklet Sizes
Choosing the right size for your booklet is essential, as it impacts both the design and practicality of your finished product. While we can print custom booklets in almost any size, most clients prefer standard sizes for their efficiency and versatility.
Standard Size (Most Popular): 8.5″ x 11″ (210 mm x 297 mm internationally)
This size is ideal for catalogs, manuals, reports, and brochures. It’s professional, easy to handle, and commonly used for commercial and business purposes.Small Booklets: 5.5″ x 8.5″ (148 mm x 210 mm internationally)
This size is perfect for guides, instruction manuals, or compact brochures. It balances portability and readability.Pocket-Sized Booklets: Popular for warranties, user guides, and product manuals, these range from 4″ x 6″ to as small as 2″ x 3.5″. Compact and convenient, they’re perfect for packaging inserts or on-the-go use.
Why Choose Standard Sizes?
- Cost Efficiency: Standard sizes reduce waste during production, making them more economical.
- Consumer Expectations: These sizes feel familiar and are easy to store and distribute.
- Design Flexibility: Standard sizes provide ample space for clear layouts, images, and text while staying practical.
For unique projects, custom sizes are always an option, but remember they might involve higher costs due to additional setup and production requirements.
If you’re unsure which size is right for your booklet, feel free to reach out! We can also send paper samples to help you visualize your project.
Perfect Bound Booklet Paper Options
Selecting the right paper for your booklet is key to achieving a polished, professional finish. At QinPrinting, we offer a range of high-quality paper options for both the interior pages and the cover, tailored to suit your content, design, and binding preferences.
Gloss and matte coated papers are ideal for booklets with high-quality images and vibrant colors. They provide a smooth surface for sharp details and excellent photo reproduction.
| GSM / LB | Gloss Art Paper Thickness | Matte Art Paper Thickness |
|---|---|---|
| 80 gsm / 54 lb Text | 0.065 mm | 0.072 mm |
| 105 gsm / 71 lb Text | 0.086 mm | 0.090 mm |
| 128 gsm / 86 lb Text | 0.105 mm | 0.110 mm |
| 157 gsm / 106 lb Text | 0.136 mm | 0.140 mm |
| 200 gsm / 135 lb Text | 0.178 mm | 0.200 mm |
| 250 gsm / 92 lb Cover | 0.225 mm | 0.250 mm |
| 300 gsm / 111 lb Cover | 0.270 mm | 0.285 mm |
| 350 gsm / 129 lb Cover | 0.410 mm | - |
Uncoated Papers-Perfect for text-heavy booklets or those requiring a writable surface. Uncoated papers have a natural finish and softer feel.
| GSM / lb | Uncoated Paper Thickness |
|---|---|
| 80 gsm / 54 lb Text | 0.097 mm |
| 100 gsm / 68 lb Text | 0.118 mm |
| 120 gsm / 81 lb Text | 0.140 mm |
| 140 gsm / 95 lb Text | 0.160 mm |
| 160 gsm / 108 lb Text | 0.183 mm |
| 180 gsm / 122 lb Text | 0.200 mm |
Recommended minimums (interior text stock):
24 pages — 200 gsm coated paper or 140 gsm offset paper
32 pages — 157 gsm coated paper or 120 gsm offset paper
48 pages — 108 gsm coated paper or 80 gsm offset paper
Spine printing tip: If you want a title on the spine, plan for at least 48 pages so the type remains readable.
More Specialty Paper Options
We also offer a wide range of specialty papers—such as FSC-certified, textured, vellum (translucent), holographic, and metallic papers—to give your books a distinctive look and feel. If you have a specific texture or finish in mind, we can help you find the perfect match for your project.
Offers tactile finishes such as linen or laid texture for an elegant, artistic feel.
A semi-transparent material ideal for overlays, title pages, or creative inserts.
Eco-friendly and responsibly sourced paper certified by the Forest Stewardship Council.
Adds a dazzling, reflective effect that makes your book covers or inserts instantly eye-catching.
Finish Options
At QinPrinting, we offer a full range of finishing options to make your perfect bound book stand out and look truly professional. These include:
Shiny and reflective, perfect for vibrant graphics and photos.
Glossy highlights on specific areas for a striking contrast.
Smooth and non-reflective for a simple yet professional design.
Similar to matte lamination, but the resulting surface has a delightful, almost velvet feel.
A glossy finish applied to specific areas for a bold and distinct look.
Metallic or pigmented foil for a shiny, eye-catching effect.
Raised designs for added texture and elegance.
A recessed design that creates a tactile impression on the cover, adding texture and sophistication.
Thin metallic foil—usually gold, silver, or bronze—is applied to the trimmed edges of your book's pages.
Custom patterns and images are sprayed on the edges for a truly unique appearance.
Print your design on a special paper that reflects light in a rainbow-like pattern.
Wrap your book in a durable synthetic leather material.
Cover your book with woven linen or cotton fabric .
Uses a custom-made metal die to cut paper into specific shapes.
A row of small holes that makes it easy to tear off part of the paper.
A built-in tape that allows the paper to be opened easily and cleanly by pulling along the strip.
Perfect Bound Options: Sewn vs. Glue
Sewn Perfect Bound (Section-Sewn + Glued)
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Glue Perfect Bound with EVA Hot-Melt
Pages are bound with EVA hot-melt adhesive and finished with a wraparound cover. It’s the most economical glue-only choice for general-purpose books with thinner interior papers and moderate use, and it sets quickly for fast turnaround.
Specialist Wholesale Booklet Printing Services
If you’re a wholesaler, print broker, marketing company, or advertising agency, we can provide you with unbeatable wholesale booklet printing services. Our competitive wholesale prices, combined with quality, service, and fast turnaround times—as fast as 3 days—make our offer the best in the business. You can also take advantage of free training with our experts and a comprehensive range of paper samples to help you improve the service you deliver to your clients. Your success is our success, so we always go the extra mile to help you.
Why Print Your Booklet at QinPrinting?
At QinPrinting, we specialize in producing high-quality books tailored to your needs. Here’s why we stand out:
25+ Years of Expertise
Over two decades of experience in printing high-quality children’s books.
Premium Quality Materials
Glossy or matte paper, durable bindings, and vibrant color reproduction.
Customizable Options
Choose paper weight, cover finish, and binding type to suit your vision.
Comprehensive Support
Free file checks and design guidance for a seamless printing process.
FAQs
How much does it cost to print a perfect bound booklet?
The cost for printing 100 A5 perfect bound booklets ranges from $282 for 40 pages to $487 for 100 pages, with per-copy costs between $2.82 and $4.87, depending on the page count.
The cost for printing 100 A5 perfect bound booklets is as follows:
- 40 pages: $282 ($2.82 per copy)
- 60 pages: $393 ($3.93 per copy)
- 80 pages: $389 ($3.89 per copy)
- 100 pages: $487 ($4.87 per copy)
The cost of printing a perfect bound booklet depends on several factors, including the size, page count, paper type, cover finish, quantity, and any additional customizations.
Visit our online Printing Cost Calculator for an instant quote.
What is your minimum order quantity (MOQ)?
Sewn perfect bound and EVA perfect bound: 100 copies
When to choose perfect bound vs. stitch or coil?
Choose perfect bound when page counts are higher or when you want a book-style spine for shelf display and labeling. For slimmer issues and tight budgets, saddle stitch is economical. For training manuals or hands-on reference where pages should lay flat, Wire-O or spiral binding works best.
How long does production take?
Sewn / EVA: about 1 week after PDF proof approval
If you have a specific deadline, let us know and we’ll recommend the best schedule and shipping options.
How do I start my order?
You can utilize our online quote calculator to obtain EXW prices and click “Shipping Cost” button to get the shipping cost. Alternatively, you can reach out to us directly through the Contact Us form or by sending your printing requirements via email at [email protected].
Upon receiving your request, we’ll promptly provide you with a quote and proceed to the next step accordingly.
Do you provide design?
We print from your supplied, print-ready files. Free templates and basic preflight guidance are available on request.
How should I send my artwork?
Feel free to share your artwork with us through email, Sprend, or WeTransfer to [email protected]. Or send us a share link via Dropbox or Google Drive.
Which file types can I send?
For printing purposes, we require artwork in high-resolution PDF format in CMYK mode, which includes 0.125 inches / 3 mm bleed.
Can I order sample book?
You can get acquainted with our quality, products, and paper stocks by ordering a sample pack from here.
Can you print the book title on the spine?
Yes. Please plan for 48+ pages so the spine is wide enough for readable type.
What is the minimum page count for perfect binding?
There isn’t a universal number—spine thickness is what matters. As a rule of thumb, below 32 pages you’ll likely need heavier text stock or a different binding. See the recommended minimums above by paper weight.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes, we ship worldwide! We offer cost-effective shipping options, including sea freight, air freight, and a sea-air combination. Shipping times vary based on your location.
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