Whiteboards

Submission specifications for Whiteboards

Add 5 mm bleed.

To allow leeway for cutting differences in production, always add a bleed of 5 mm around all edges of your design. Make sure colours, background pictures and layouts extend into the bleed area so as to avoid leaving white lines as a result of cutting tolerances. You can submit your file with crop marks and printer's marks.

Keep 10 mm safety margin.

Keep all important text and images at least 10 mm away from the edge of the finished size.

Resolution of at least 150 dpi.

Make sure the resolution of the images and graphics in your artwork are at least 150 dpi.

Use CMYK as the color mode.

Prepare your files using CMYK as the color mode, not RGB. Use colormode FOGRA39 (ISO Coated v2) for coated papertypes and colormode FOGRA47 (PSO Uncoated ISO12647) for uncoated papertypes. If you are unsure of the colour mode of your file, don't worry we can always convert this for you. Keep in mind this can cause the colours to differ from the original file.

Save your files in uneditable, print-ready file formats.

Save your files in uneditable, print-ready file formats (PDF (1.4 or higher), TIFF, EPS, JPG). Deliver your files in one layer: the background layer.

Convert fonts to outlines or embed all the fonts.

Make sure you convert fonts to outlines or embed all the fonts when saving it to PDF.

Fonts should be at least 12 pt.

Fonts should be at least 12 pt.

Check your artwork on overprint.

Make sure no elements in your artwork are set on overprint. Unless you want this effect in your design. The degree of transparency in printing depends on the ink, paper, and printing method used.

Frequently Asked Questions for Whiteboards

What is this product exactly? And what can I use it for?

• Whiteboards are similar to old school chalkboards. But then writable with markers and easily erasable.
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  This product is used to / as:
• -Introduce people to your business
• Decorate
• Write down notes at home or at the office
• -Provide information

What is the fastest possible turnaround?

• The fastest possible turnaround for Whiteboards is:
• 4 working days
• NOTE: only applicable for products which require your design: To make sure that your order is delivered at the indicated time, it is important that we receive your file with your design for the product, on time (also called cut-off time). In this way the product can be moved into production on time. The deadline is always communicated in the final step when putting your product together and in the box on the right which details your entire order.
• The cut-off time for your printed item may vary. This depends on the combination you choose. This has to do with the manufacturing technique and / or the order quantities.
• NOTE: The product delivery shifts a day every time the deadline for submission has passed. This is also the case if the file is rejected by us and corrected artwork isn't supplied before the next cut off time.

Which production techniques do you use?

• For the production of your Whiteboards we use the following production technique(s):
• Latex-print: the film is printed with eco-friendly latex inks. These inks are water based and doesn't contain harmful substances. The latex film is very secure and sturdy, and will be placed on top of the material.

Which carriers are used for the delivery?

• UPS
• Other carriers we use are DHL and even our own courier service. These carriers are used for certain products (depending on the size, the turnaround and the quantity).

I can't find the product I'm looking for. Can I request a quotation?

• The Whiteboards that is chosen in most cases can be selected via our website.
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  If your material type, weight, quantity, size or other specification is not listed, you can request a quotation. We will send you our offer within 1 working day.
• Depending on the complexity this can take a bit longer.

What is the best way to hang or mount my Whiteboards?

• With Helloprint your whiteboard can be delivered with different suspension options. You can choose between:
  - Spacers - 4 stainless steel wall spacers that are 1.5 cm away from the wall. - Whiteboard stand (90 x 150 cm) - a mobile stand with 4 wheels that can be adjusted to 3 positions. - Whiteboard stand (140 x 150 cm) - a large mobile stand with 4 wheels that you can adjust to 3 positions. - No suspension options - you can instead attach your Whiteboards with glue or screws.

What is the best way to clean the Whiteboards?

• The best way to clean the Whiteboards is to use the starterkit that is offered in our shop. You will find a special spray and eraser to clean the board. An other option is to clean the board with a damp cloth.