At ProPrint we custom design and print business cards, brochures, flyers, postcards, invitations, booklets, greeting cards, labels, posters, banners, signs, calendars, window graphics, rubber stamps, table tents, adhesive vinyl signs, car magnets, sidewalk signs and much more.
48+ years of experience starting with customers napkin sketch’s, picking graphics from one of the largest graphics libraries in the world, designing a readable product enables us to help your product look great.
We do while-u-wait digital color and black & white
printing, faxing, copying and RUSHES.
A good quality printing is the result of several elements working together—from design and file preparation to materials and press operation. Whether you're producing business cards, brochures, banners, or catalogs, these are the characteristics that define professional print quality:
Sharp, Clear Images
High-resolution graphics (typically 300 DPI for print), crisp text with no blurring or pixilation, clean lines and smooth gradients.
Accurate Color Reproduction
Colors closely match the approved proof or design, consistent color throughout the print run, proper CMYK color management for commercial printing.
Excellent Registration
All colors align perfectly
No ghosting or misaligned text
Fine details remain sharp
Quality Paper Selection
Paper weight matches the project’s purpose
Smooth or textured finish complements the design
Durable enough for the intended use
Clean Finishing
Straight, even trimming
No rough or frayed edges
Proper folding without cracking
Accurate scoring, binding, laminating, or die-cutting when required
Consistency
Every printed piece should look the same.
Uniform color
Identical trimming
Consistent ink coverage
Reliable quality from the first copy to the last
Readability
Printed materials should be easy to read.
Good contrast between text and background
Appropriate font size
Adequate spacing
Clear visual hierarchy
Attention to Detail
Professional printing avoids common defects such as:
Smudges
Ink streaks
Fingerprints
Dust or debris
Scratches
Banding
Uneven ink coverage
Proper Bleeds and Margins
Designs should include:
Bleeds to prevent white edges after trimming
Safe margins so important text and logos aren’t cut off
Accurate trim marks when required
Durable Finish
Depending on the application:
UV coating
Matte or gloss laminate
Spot UV
Aqueous coating
These finishes enhance appearance while protecting the printed piece from wear.
Effective Design
Even the best printing can’t compensate for poor design. A successful printed piece features:
Balanced layout
Consistent branding
Strong typography
Appropriate white space
High-quality photography or illustrations
Clear call to action
Professional Presentation
The final product should create a positive impression by looking polished, feeling substantial, and reflecting the quality of the business it represents.
For a commercial print shop such as ProPrint, customers often judge quality based on these five factors:
Accurate colors
Sharp text and images
Quality paper and finishing
Consistent production
On-time delivery with attentive customer service
Together, these characteristics produce printed materials that are visually appealing, durable, and effective at communicating the client’s message.