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Printed Standard Business Cards

ALL BUSINESS CARD TYPES


Our standard business cards are professionally printed in vibrant full colour on premium 400gsm silk stock, delivering sharp text, rich colours and a smooth, high-quality finish that reflects your brand with confidence.

Produced at the industry-standard 85 × 55mm size, these cards are ideal for everyday business use, including networking events, client meetings, trade shows and promotional handouts. The silk finish offers a balance between durability and visual impact, making it one of the most popular choices for business cards.

With flexible quantity options, fast turnaround times and free UK delivery, ordering standard business cards is quick, simple and reliable.

QTY STANDARD

Friday 20th February

EXPRESS

Wednesday 18th February

FAST TRACK

Tuesday 17th February




Standard Business Cards


Professional Business Cards for Everyday Use

Standard business cards are our most popular option, offering a professional appearance suitable for almost any industry. Printed on premium 400gsm silk stock, they provide a smooth, semi-matte finish that enhances colours while keeping text crisp and easy to read.

The silk coating adds durability, helping to protect cards from scuffs and handling while maintaining a refined look. This makes standard business cards ideal for frequent use, whether you’re meeting clients, attending networking events or handing cards out on a daily basis.

If you’re looking for a versatile, high-quality business card that delivers consistent results, standard silk business cards are a reliable choice.

Standard business cards printed in full colour on premium silk stock

Frequently Asked Questions


What material are standard business cards printed on?

Standard business cards are printed on premium 400gsm silk stock, offering a smooth, high-quality finish.

Are standard business cards suitable for everyday use?

Yes. The silk finish adds durability, making them ideal for regular handling and frequent distribution.

What size are standard business cards?

They are printed at the standard UK business card size of 85 × 55mm.

Can I print double-sided standard business cards?

Yes. Both single-sided and double-sided printing options are available.

Do standard business cards include free delivery?

Yes. All standard business card orders include free UK delivery.

Close-up of standard silk business cards showing smooth finish and sharp print

Delivery Options


Standard Turnaround
Our standard turnaround is based on 5 working days, with artwork approval required by 12:00pm.

Express Turnaround
Approve your artwork by 12:00pm and receive your prints within 3 working days.

Fast Track Turnaround
Approve by 12:00pm to receive your prints the next working day.

SOS Service
For next-day delivery when you miss the cutoff, contact us for a quote.

Delivery

Templates

Click to download your template or design your own artwork using Canva:

Our Templates
Our templates are pre-sized with guides for trim and safe areas. Delete the template after designing.

Templates

Artwork Guide

Whether you’re new to print design or just want to double-check you’re doing things correctly, this guide outlines the key considerations when supplying artwork — helping you avoid delays or unexpected results.

Creating your artwork

Start by creating a new document using your preferred design software or online design tool. This can be anything from a simple browser-based editor to professional design software.

  • • Online tools: Canva and similar browser-based designers
  • • Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
  • • CorelDRAW: Bitmap and vector design support
  • • Microsoft Office: Word, Publisher or PowerPoint
  • • Other software: Any tool that can export a high-quality PDF
  1. • Set your document to the correct finished size.
  2. • Keep important text and logos inside a safe area.
  3. • Add images, text and colours to build your design.
  4. • Export your final artwork as a PDF.

Print & colour guidelines

  • • Keep text and important elements at least 3mm from the edge
  • • Extend background colours and images fully to the edge of the page
  • • Avoid borders where possible — trimming tolerances can make them appear uneven
  • • Use images at 300 DPI for sharp, professional print quality
  • • Supply artwork as single-page PDFs

Colours on screen often appear brighter than in print because screens use RGB colour made from LED light, while printing uses CMYK inks applied to paper. This difference means some colour variation is normal when moving from screen to print.

Our proofing system automatically converts your artwork to CMYK and shows you exactly how it will print before approval.

For solid black areas, we recommend using a rich black mix:
C 60% / M 60% / Y 0% / K 100%

Before you approve

  • • Check spelling, grammar, prices and dates
  • • Review yellow tones carefully after upload
  • • Ensure no important content sits close to the edge
  • • Only approve when you’re completely happy

Uploading your artwork

After placing your order and completing payment, you’ll be taken to our file upload page. This is where you upload, preview and approve your artwork before it goes to print.

Step 1 – Choose your product

Select the product you’ve ordered. If your order contains multiple items, start with the first product listed.

Step 2 – Design service (if purchased)

If you’ve paid for our professional design service, select this option to complete a short design brief. A proof will be emailed to you within 3–4 working days.

Step 3 – Upload your file

Choose the correct size and orientation, then upload your artwork file. For double-sided products, upload each side separately — or upload a two-page PDF containing both sides.

Step 4 – Preview and adjust

You’ll see a live preview of your artwork. Your design should reach the black edge line. If needed, use the crop and resize tools to make your artwork fill the page.

Step 5 – Final check and approval

Carefully review the final preview — what you see on screen is exactly what will be printed. Enter your invoice number and product code, then click Approve & Print.

Once approved, your file enters our automated production workflow and no changes can be made.

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