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Print area: where to place a logo on a product and how big it can be

A practical guide to print areas: typical sizes for pens, mugs, bags, T-shirts and caps, technology limitations, and indicative prices.

Paper weight in printing: uses of 80, 130, 170 and 300 g/m²

What paper weight do you need for flyers, booklets, posters and business cards? A practical guide with a comparison table and indicative prices.

Matte vs Gloss Vinyl: How to Choose for Stickers

A practical comparison of when matte and when gloss vinyl works better for stickers — by surface, lighting, durability and price.

Number of Logo Colours in Printing: How Many Colours Pay Off

How the number of logo colours affects printing costs: in screen printing, each colour needs a separate screen. DTF and UV printing don't change the price based on colour count.

Print lamination: how to protect business cards and book covers

How to choose between matte and gloss laminate, UV coating and soft-touch film for business cards, booklet covers and catalogues. Guide prices and turnaround times.

Sublimation Printing: Why Only White Polyester and Ceramics Work

Sublimation printing only colours polyester fibre and polymer-coated surfaces, and the ink has no white colour. We explain why, and what to do with cotton and dark materials.

Heat Transfer Printing: When to Use It and How Durable It Is

How heat transfer printing works, which print runs it suits best, and how many washes it withstands. Approximate prices and turnaround times in Latvia.

Pantone colours in printing: why screen and garment tones differ

Why a Pantone colour looks different on screen than on a printout or T-shirt, and how to get as close a match as possible with each printing technology.

How 360° printing on mugs and bottles works technically, which materials suit it, what artwork sizes are needed, and the approximate cost.

Digital vs Offset Printing: When to Choose Which

Comparison: digital printing pays off up to about 500–1000 copies, offset from 1000 pcs. Print runs, prices, turnaround times and material limits.

Laser Engraving a Logo on Metal and Wood: A Lasting Result

How laser engraving on metal and wood works, what contrast to expect, approximate prices and lead times of 3–10 business days.

Embroidery or Printing for Polo Shirts and Caps: How to Choose

Comparing embroidery, screen printing and DTF for polo shirts and caps — prices, minimum quantities, turnaround times and which logo type suits each technology.