FAQs

The Postal Service has increased the size of a commercial presorted or automation First-Class  Mail (FCM) postcard. The new maximum size for a postcard is 6 inches high by 9 inches long.

In the printing industry, case bound books (also called hardcover books) come with certain tolerances and limitations, especially regarding bleeds and image wrap on the inside covers.

Perfect binding is a common bookbinding method where the pages and cover are glued together at the spine with a strong, flexible adhesive. It’s widely used for softcover books, catalogs, manuals, and high-end brochures.

Felt paper offers a unique, textured finish that enhances the tactile and visual appeal of printed pieces. However, the same texture that gives it charm also affects how ink or toner adheres to the surface—especially with digital printing. If you're considering using felt paper for your project, here's what you should know.

A quick guide to understanding USPS nonprofit mailing—who qualifies, how to apply, what you can mail, and how to stay compliant—plus how Boone Graphics can simplify the entire process for you.

The shelf life of commercial envelopes—especially gummed #10 window envelopes used in mailing equipment—is typically 12 to 18 months under proper storage conditions.

Short answer: Keep the perforation at least 1/8″ (3 mm) from a fold on text-weight papers, and 3/16″–1/4″ (5–6 mm) on cover stocks.  Any closer risks cracking at the fold or the piece tearing prematurely.