One of the quickest and most cost-effective alternatives, the digital method is essentially an enormous high-tech laser printer to produce the printed piece. No film or plates are required. Because of the speedy turnaround, digital printing is a common choice for those who are anxious to receive the end product.

A widely preferred choice among custom printers, offset lithography transfers ink from metal plates to a rubber cylinder, which is then rubbed against the paper to create a flat, glossy design. Offset printing is often used to create magazines, coffee table books, movie posters, and other upscale products.

If you prefer a more elegant look, thermography may be a viable option. This method results in images and letters that are raised off the page, creating a formal look without the added expense of engraving. In thermography, printers blend the ink with special printing powder that causes the ink to rise off the paper as it dries.

With a rich history and heritage, the letterpress method was originally conceived in 1440 by Gutenberg. Using plates with raised images, it creates indentations in the paper. Although there have since been more efficient methods introduced, letterpress continues to be a popular choice among brides seeking a more traditional feel for their stationery.

Often the choice of brides seeking consummate elegance in their wedding invitation, this traditional printing method uses copper plates to transfer the design onto the page. Lettering and images are pin-sharp and rose slightly off the paper, creating a more formal effect.

The most versatile of our printing methods, screen printing can be used to transfer ink to fabric, paper, metals, plastics, and a variety of other materials. In addition to standard stationery, screen printing is often used to create labels, posters, billboards, textiles, and other products. Thick ink is fed through a screen with a stencil pattern, creating bolder, more striking designs than other printing types.