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Magazine Printing

Magazines are an excellent way to bring your digital or physical content to life, offering a tangible format that your audience can truly connect with. The paper type, size and finish all play an important role in shaping how your publication is perceived. For instance, a glossy finish provides a striking, eye-catching look, while Spot UV or embossing can draw attention to specific design elements or articles.

We offer magazine printing in any size, using a wide selection of recycled, budget or premium paper stocks. Various finishing and binding options are also available, ensuring your publication looks and feels exactly how you envision it. Get in touch and our team will guide you through choosing the ideal binding and paper weight to achieve maximum impact.

In need of a Bespoke service?

Share your magazine’s dimensions, page count and preferred finishing details, and we’ll prepare a tailored printing quote for you.

Do you need a Fast turnaround?

Production time for printed magazines varies depending on the number of pages, total quantity and finishing requirements. Generally, lead times range from 2 to 10 days. If you have a specific deadline, please let us know early on — we’ll do everything we can to deliver your magazines on schedule.

Paper

Magazines can be printed onto 90gsm, 100gsm, 115gsm,120gsm and 130gsm paper.

Sizes

Standard magazine sizes are A3 and A4, but if you would require a different size we offer bespoke options.

Matt / Gloss Lamination

Adding lamination to your magazines will enhance their durability and protection as well as giving a professional finish. Lamination is available in matt or gloss.

Recycled

All of our materials are from sustainable sources, eco friendly and recycled materials are encouraged where possible.

Matt Lamination with Spot UV

Spot UV printing applies a thin layer of UV gloss in selected areas. It adds a contrasting shiny, smooth surface to subtly highlight certain parts of the design.

Delivery Options
  • Local deliveries via our staff and company van
  • *Next day parcels /pallets via courier
  • *Same day – can be arranged on a dedicated vehicle
  • Covering the UK, Scottish Highlands, Northern Ireland

*Same day and express service is available on certain products at an added cost. Please mention this from the outset if required and speak to a member of staff.

Lead Times
  • Lead-time for printed brochures depends on the number of pages and total quantity
  • Please try to allow 2-10 days in most cases
  • Anything outside of this please highlight from the outset and we will do our best to meet your deadlines
Print Management

We offer a print management service where we can print large volumes, deliver a part supply to you, hold stock on site, and the balance to be delivered on call-off. Get in touch for further information.

How to Order

To place an order from us enter your details into our online quote form to confirm the finished size, paper weight, finishes, quantity and delivery requirements for your order.

A member of our team will then provide you a quote straight away.

If you have any pre-order questions, please visit our contact page to email us or give us a call.

How to Supply Artwork

When sending artwork for press…

We are happy to accept a variety of file formats. Our inhouse studio has the following software…

Mac:
InDesign CC ‘packaged to include all fonts & images’
Adobe Illustrator CS 5.5
Adobe Photoshop CS 5.5
QuarkXPress 8.5 ‘collect for output, include fonts & images’

PC:
Publisher
Microsoft Word (not for spot colour)

We also accept: PDF/X format (hi resolution) with 3mm bleed & crop marks.
.eps saved with 3mm bleed & crop marks.

Canva:
Custom Document Size Instructions
High Resolution PDF Output Instructions – (Ensure you click PDF PRINT)

Image quality:
All images should be supplied as 300dpi CMYK .j.peg, .tif or .eps.

Things to remember:

  • Make sure all images are hi res CMYK or greyscale.
  • Make sure there is 3mm bleed on images extending beyond the final size of your document.
  • Include all fonts.

If in doubt, give us a call on: 01453 731001

Getting the files to us:
We accept files via CD / DVD, Email, Memory stick, wetransfer.com (FREE file sharing site – 2GB max).

Sustainability

Print that doesn’t cost the earth…

At Wheatley Printers, we don’t just talk about sustainability – we deliver. Here are just a few of the ways we minimise our impact on the world around us:

  • We recycle 100% of our paper waste
  • We recycle 100% of our cardboard waste
  • We’re powered by clean, renewable energy from Ecotricity
  • We use vegetable-based inks which are kinder to the environment
  • We recycle 100% of our printing plates
  • All paper stocks are FSC certified
  • All our cleaning rags are sent for recycling and reuse
  • We’re certified by the Environment Agency (registration number BLS/345108)
Environmental Policy
  • FSC Certified Stocks
  • Vegetable Inks
  • Recycle Paper Waste
  • Recycle Aluminium Plates

recyclable business cards

FAQs

  • How long is a quote valid for?

Technically 30 days, but unless we incur increases on materials it will be longer.

  • Do you offer eco friendly or recycled options?

All of our materials are from sustainable sources, eco friendly and recycled materials are encouraged where possible.

  • Can I order a custom shape / size?

Each job is bespoke, we enjoy working closely with you to give you the outcome you are looking for.

  • Are there any minimum / maximum order requirements?

No minimum or maximum, we would explain the most cost effective option for you though, for you to decide.

 

  • Are there any discounts for bulk or repeating orders?

If you order in bulk, you will benefit from a better unit rate.
Some jobs are cheaper when they repeat for certain reasons.

  • What are your payment methods?

Payment can be made via: Bacs Payment, Card Payment *No American Express* or Cash

  •  When must payment be made?

This will vary for many reasons, it will be discussed prior to the order taking place.

  • What is your return or refund policy?

Every job will be looked at individually and an agreement made from both parties, to ensure the best outcome.

Design Service

You don’t have to provide finished artwork for us to handle your print work. Our modern, well-equipped design studio – and experienced creative designers – can produce professional artwork for you.

Just get in touch to talk us through what you need.

Ready to Order?

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