What services do you offer?

Custom book printing, book design, and archival projects. We manage production from concept to delivery, including layout, finishing, and fulfillment.

Do you handle small or one-off projects?

Yes. We work on projects of any size—from a single printed book to a full multi-title run—always with the same attention to detail.

Can I self-publish a book with you?

Absolutely. We guide you through design, formatting for print and e-books, and production, with short-run options produced in the U.S.

Questions & Resources

What Folks Ask About the Most:

This page answers common questions about book printing, self-publishing, paper selection, and more. For more information, you can contact us here.

What kinds of printing do you do?
We handle everyday and complex printing for nonprofits, organizations, and businesses — including stationery, reports, books, packaging, and large-scale commercial work. If it’s printed and needs to be done correctly, we can help.

Do you take small jobs as well as large ones?
Yes. We work on everything from short runs to high-volume production. The same standards apply regardless of size.

Can you help if I’m not sure what I need yet?
Yes. Many projects start with questions around format, paper, quantity, or timing. We’ll help you clarify what’s required before anything goes to press.

How long does printing take?
Timelines depend on scope, materials, and finishing. We’ll outline a realistic schedule up front and flag any constraints early.

Do I need to be in New York?
No, most projects are handled remotely. Proofs and samples can be shipped as needed. We work for folks all over the country.

How do you price jobs?
Every job is quoted based on specifications, quantity, and schedule. Pricing is clear, realistic, and aligned with the work required.

If your project isn’t the right fit, we’ll tell you.

Print Reference & Standards

Planning your print job well from the start saves time, money, and stress.
Use these quick reference charts to choose the right paper weights, envelope sizes, and international print standards before sending your files.

Plan your job here first to improve efficiency, avoid surprises, and keep your jobs in-budget.

Whether you’re producing books, stationery, or direct mail, these guides help you make informed decisions and communicate clearly with your printer.

Envelopes come in a wide variety of styles and sizes. Planning your project around readily available envelope formats can save both money and time — unless you’re after something custom or more distinctive, which we can also produce. Don’t forget to size your printed piece at least ¼ inch smaller in each dimension than its envelope for the best fit. Here are some abbreviated lists of standard envelope sizes:

Commercial Envelopes

Commercial envelopes are the most widely used for business letters, statements, and marketing materials. They’re ideal for high-volume mailing and bulk print runs. Below are standard sizes, including remittance envelopes for fundraising or payment forms. Click here for a visual reference of common envelope styles, see Neenah’s envelope overview.:

#5 — 3 ⅛ x 5 ½ in (79 x 140 mm)
#6¼ — 3 ½ x 6 in (89 x 146 mm)
#6¾ — 3 ⅝ x 6 ½ in (92 x 165 mm)
6-3/4 Remittance — 3 ⅝ x 6 ½ in with extended flap (92 x 165 mm)
#8-5/8 — 3 ⅝ x 8 ⅝ in (92 x 219 mm)
#9 — 3 ⅞ x 8 ⅞ in (98 x 225 mm)
#9 Remittance — 3 ⅞ x 8 ⅞ in with extended flap (98 x 225 mm)
#10 — 4 ⅛ x 9 ½ in (105 x 241 mm)
#11 — 4 ½ x 10 ⅜ in (114 x 264 mm)

Announcement, Baronial Envelopes & Specialty Styles

A-Style (Announcement) Envelopes

(Square Flap)

A2 — 4⅜ x 5¾ in (111 x 146 mm)
A6 — 4¾ x 6½ in (114 x 165 mm)
A7 — 5¼ x 7¼ in (133 x 184 mm)
A8 — 5½ x 8⅛ in (140 x 206 mm)
A9 — 5¾ x 8¾ in (146 x 222 mm)
A10 — 6 x 9½ in (152 x 241 mm)

Baronial (Announcement/Social) Envelopes

(Pointed Flap or Euro Flap)

4 Bar — 3⅝ x 5⅛ in (92 x 130 mm)
5 Bar — 4⅛ x 5⅜ in (105 x 137 mm)
5½ Bar — 4⅜ x 5¾ in (111 x 146 mm)
Lee — 5¼ x 7¼ in (133 x 184 mm)
6 Bar — 5¾ x 8⅞ in (146 x 225 mm)
6½ Bar — 6 x 8⅞ in (152 x 225 mm)

Specialty-Sized Social Envelopes

Monarch — 3⅞ x 7½ in (98 x 191 mm)
Coin Envelopes — From 1 11/16 x 2¾ in (43 x 70 mm) up to 3½ x 6½ in (89 x 165 mm)

Catalog & Booklet Envelopes

Catalog envelopes open on the short side, while booklet envelopes open on the long side—perfect for reports, booklets, and marketing kits.

6 x 9 in (152 x 229 mm)
6 x 9½ in (152 x 241 mm)
6½ x 9½ in (165 x 241 mm)
7½ x 10½ in (191 x 267 mm)
9 x 12 in (229 x 305 mm)
9½ x 12½ in (241 x 318 mm)
10 x 13 in (254 x 330 mm)
10 x 15 in (254 x 381 mm)
12 x 15½ in (305 x 394 mm)

Paper Weights & GSM Conversion

Paper weight can be confusing because U.S. pounds (lbs) and GSM (grams per square meter) measure paper differently. Here’s a quick guide for converting text weights, cover weights, and common print stocks for U.S. and international printing.

Text Weight Papers

50# Text ≈ 75 GSM
60# Text ≈ 90 GSM
70# Text ≈ 105 GSM
80# Text ≈ 120 GSM
100# Text ≈ 150 GSM

Cover Weight Papers

65# Cover ≈ 175 GSM
80# Cover ≈ 215 GSM
100# Cover ≈ 270 GSM
110# Cover ≈ 300 GSM
130# Cover ≈ 350 GSM

Formula

Text: 1 lb = 1.48 GSM
Cover: 1 lb = 2.708 GSM

International vs U.S. Paper Sizes

International sizes (ISO A-series) are common in Europe and increasingly requested by global clients. This section compares A-series formats to U.S. standards like Letter and Legal to simplify file setup for both markets.

A-Series Sizes

A4 — 8.27 x 11.69 in (210 x 297 mm)
A3 — 11.69 x 16.54 in (297 x 420 mm)
A5 — 5.83 x 8.27 in (148 x 210 mm)

U.S. Standard Sizes

Letter — 8.5 x 11 in (216 x 279 mm)
Legal — 8.5 x 14 in (216 x 356 mm)
Tabloid — 11 x 17 in (279 x 432 mm)

Business Card Sizes

U.S. Standard — 3.5 x 2 in (88.9 x 50.8 mm)
European Standard — 3.35 x 2.17 in (85 x 55 mm)

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