Print Knowledge Center

The number of sheets (a.k.a. leaves) within a book is often listed as the page count when submitting a book's specifications. However, this is incorrect and will result in an inaccurate quote.

Wood pulp fibers align during the paper manufacturing process. This gives paper a directional grain, which can affect certain folding and binding operations.

Collating refers to how printed documents are organized. Collated printing is arranged in a specific order. Uncollated printing is not arranged in any particular order.

Perfect Binding and Saddle Stitching are the most popular methods for binding softcover books. Here is a comparison of these two different binding styles. 

Synthetic paper will print and fold just like traditional paper, but it is much more durable. Synthetic paper is also completely waterproof and resists stains.

Simplex Printing and Duplex Printing are industry terms used to describe whether a paper sheet or other substrate is printed on one side or both sides.