Emma Davis, 4OVER4 print production voice (illustration)
Emma Davis Print Production Specialist at 4OVER4.COM

Emma is our prepress and print production voice, built from the knowledge of our production team, with over 20 years in printing.

Question

Can you print custom cards with white borders on all sides?

Answer

Yes, cards can be printed with an even white border on all sides, but the border has to be built deliberately so it survives trimming. Cutting has a small tolerance, so a border that is too thin can end up looking uneven once the card is cut. A slightly wider, balanced border is the safest choice.

  • Make the white border at least about 1/4 inch wide so minor cutting shifts are not noticeable.
  • Extend your background color or image to the full bleed area, roughly 1/8 inch past the trim line.
  • Center your design so the border is equal on all four sides.
  • Avoid hairline borders, since they magnify any cutting variance.
ElementRecommended
Border width1/4 inch or more, even on all sides
BleedAbout 1/8 inch past the trim line

Exact bleed and border specs are shown on each product template, so build your artwork on the template for your card size.

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