- Reduce
trim size.
A slight change in trim size could mean running a job on a
smaller sheet or press...which could mean savings in paper and
press costs. Also, going to a smaller trim size could lower
total weight, translating into lower mailing costs.
- Use
a lighter weight stock.
Using a lighter weight stock can save postage and paper costs.
- Reduce
paper quality.
Using a lower grade paper for jobs that are not color critical
saves money. Additionally, lower grade papers often contain
more recycled fiber than higher grade stocks. As a general
rule of thumb, each grade represents approximately a 10-12%
difference in paper cost.
- Plan
your project around a colored or textured stock.
Instead of using a traditional white sheet, try a colored
stock to add interest. A colored stock may add color to a one
or two color project at a lower cost than adding an additional
ink color. Ask your sales representative for paper samples.
- Use
house stocks.
Most printers buy and stock large quantities of specific
papers they use most often. Volume purchasing allows a printer
to buy at a lower cost and pass savings on to customers.
Savings can be significant with smaller press runs, because
buying paper in smaller quantities is generally more
expensive.
- Use
the same paper stock for more than one project.
You may be able to get a quantity discount.
- Avoid
bleeds.
Bleeds require a larger paper size and possibly a larger
press, costing you more money to produce. For instance,
running an 8-1/2"x11" project with no bleed, as
opposed to using a bleed (1/8") will save approximately
8% in paper cost. Also, bleeds create more waste.
- Ask
your sales representative for help.
Your YORK sales representative is your personal printing
consultant. He or she can suggest additional time and money
saving ideas for your next project.
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