Have Business Cards Printed – They Are Your Personal Advertisement!
Order this timeless classic from us. Goethe counted them among his possessions almost 200 years ago and they still haven't lost their importance after his death - business cards. They remain an indispensable part of everyday business life and serve as an important medium for exchanging contact information even in the digital age. Don't forget, first impressions count and the business card is an important advertisement.
If you are looking to print business cards, our online print shop is here for you.
Have Business Cards Printed – Here's Why They Are Still so Important.
Even in the 21st century, millions of people still have business cards printed each year. They remain an important means of communication to introduce oneself and company in the best possible way. A good first impression and matching business card with an aesthetic design, printed in the highest quality, is guaranteed to win the respect of your target audience and thus increase your chances of a successful business deal.
Business cards may seem young and fresh, although they are actually quite old. But regardless of their age or form, they have always served some important basic functions.
Business cards' four most important functions
- Networking with business and trade partners
- Passing on contact information to introduce yourself and be recommended to others
- Emphasising personal competences
- Reminder for follow-up talks and negotiations
Printing Business Cards – Tips for the Perfect Design
Designing business cards seems simple. You place the most important data and your logo along with a bold slogan on the business card and that's it. But appearances can be deceiving. To design the perfect business card, you need to consider a few things.
What belongs on a business card?
- Company name (including logo)
- Company slogan, if applicable and not part of the company logo
- First and Surname
- Position in the company/professional title
- Address
- Email address
- Telephone number (landline and/or mobile) and fax
- Website, blog, portals (important for online shops and online companies)
Tip::You can save space by avoiding words like "Mail:", "Tel.:" or "Web.:". Such content is easily identifiable without the additional labelling.
What font size and type should be used?
Font size and font must also be carefully chosen. An 8 point font is ideal. This is not too large but is still easily readable. It is best to make an inspection sheet and check the legibility before you print your personalised business card.
You should use a font that harmonises with your logo or corporate identity. It is a good idea to use your company font if you have one. However, when choosing any font you should make sure that it is not too playful or ornate, but clear and legible. Otherwise, the promotional impact and positive impression will fizzle out the moment the illegible business card is laid aside unread.
Which colour should I choose for the text?
If you want to make a serious impression, it is advisable to choose a colour that does not scream at the reader. Always use colours that are easy to read and stand out from the background. Always design your business card in a colour scheme that matches your corporate design. If your company's corporate colour is red, then the card should not be designed in green or blue.
What can the back be used for?Leaving the reverse side blank may well mean wasted potential. Instead, it can be used for the company logo, a QR code or a slogan. For certain service providers, such as doctors, physiotherapists, hairdressers or nail studios, the back of the card also makes a perfect appointment card. A blank white space isn't always a bad thing either, it offers your business partner space for additional notes.
Print Business Cards – Place Your Online Order in the Correct Format.
Depending on your wishes, you can order classic business cards from us in the two standard formats, 85 x 55 mm and 90 x 50 mm (XL format) on 300g coated art paper in a matt or gloss finish.
You can choose between a 4/0 and a 4/4 colour scheme, depending on your imagination and the card's intended use. This allows for both single-sided and double-sided printing of your business card. For those who rely on HKS or Pantone colours for their corporate design, we also offer printing with spot colours.
In addition to the classic business card, we also have different, more exclusive formats available in our range. Discover more:
Folded business cards in portrait and landscape format (4-sided),
Business cards on premium materials (such as linen, wood pulp board and chromo board),
Business cards with partial coating (relief or UV coating),
Laminated business cards,
Business cards with spot colour printing and
Business cards with hot foil embossing.
As you can see, printworld.com has the perfect option for every customer's taste!
Order Business Cards – Which Additional Services Are Available?
Business cards can be printed starting from small print runs of 100 units up to 10,000 units. We can produce your business cards within a few days and deliver them immediately. You probably know the situation - from time to time, time is short and things just need to go a little faster. During the ordering process, you have the opportunity to expedite both production and delivery time.
By default, a delivery note with printworld.com branding is included with your delivery. You also have the option of choosing a neutral delivery note or your own delivery note, which can be uploaded during the ordering process.
Would you like your shipment to be distributed between several locations? The order form also allows you to enter up to 8 different delivery addresses for your order.
Printing Business Cards – Use the Print Template.
If you want to print business cards with us, we need correct print data from you. Your layout, normally created in InDesign, is then exported as a printable PDF file. Use our print template when creating your layout, which you can find and download on the configuration page.
Please allow for a bleed of 2 mm at the edges of your document. Minor variations may occur during the finishing process. For this reason, it is advisable to maintain a safety clearance of 5mm from the edge for important text and image elements.
Got any further questions? Then contact our competent customer service staff (+49 800 833 2400) or visit the FAQs on data handling.
It's Not Just Business Cards That Can Be Printed at an Affordable Price – We Also Offer an Impressive Range of Other Products!
In addition to a variety of affordable and high-quality business cards, you can also order a number of other things from us to present your business. We also offer letterhead, presentation folders or envelopes and much more, all in the quality you expect from printworld.com.
FAQ
What Is the Standard Size of a Business Card?
There is no officially standardised format for business cards, even though they are a cornerstone of any business stationery. However, in Europe, a business card size of 85 x 55 mm or 55 x 85 mm has become the de facto standard. This corresponds roughly to the size of a typical credit or bank card. A folded business card offers the same format, but doubled in size – perfect for anyone who has more to say and whose design exceeds the space available on a typical “85 x 55 mm” business card.
Which Paper Should I Use for My Business Cards?
Many business cards are printed on classic coated paper with a grammage of 300 g/m². However, if you want to stand out from the competition, you should consider having your business cards printed on an exclusive paper stock. The right choice of material depends largely on your target audience. How about a little more texture? Our linen-textured card adds an extra touch of elegance. Or perhaps you prefer the natural look of grass paper? With its visible grass fibre inclusions and natural paper structure, grass paper gives your business cards a particularly distinctive look and feel.
Our black card with gold or silver hot foil stamping is guaranteed to attract attention. If you prefer more subtle accents, our Multiloft business cards with a coloured core are an excellent choice. With a paper thickness of 750 g/m², these business cards are particularly sturdy and convey an especially premium impression.
Which Finishes Can I Choose for My Business Cards?
Want to get even more out of your business card? Then give it that special finishing touch. With an exclusive finish, your business card is guaranteed to stand out from the crowd. How about applying partial UV varnish or raised varnish to your logo or company name? – The tactile effect this creates is sure to leave a lasting impression on your customers. An added benefit: the varnish also protects against colour abrasion and scratches.
If you prefer a particularly elegant look, hot foil stamping is an excellent choice. Individual elements are embossed onto the business card using hot foil in gold or silver.
If durability is your main priority and the business card will be used frequently and subjected to heavy wear, film lamination, also known as cellophane lamination, is recommended to provide lasting protection for the surface.
Are My Business Card Print Files Checked Before Printing?
Creating print-ready files professionally is not always easy. That is why, before you place your order and before the actual business card printing begins, we always check online whether the necessary criteria for correct print output have been met. This is intended to give you peace of mind and ensure that we meet our own quality standards as a printing company. After all, only a flawless printed product is good enough for you.
Tip: Portrait or landscape? Single-sided or double-sided? How much bleed should be added to the document? These are questions you do not need to worry about if you use our templates. You can find them to the right of the calculation form.