Get more room for your message without moving to a larger unfolded mailing piece with folded postcard printing in Los Angeles. Folded postcards provide additional interior space for promotions, product information, announcements, invitations and other content while folding down to a compact postcard format.
- Available in standard and custom sizes with compact finished dimensions
- Choose between 10 pt. glossy or matte cardstock
- More printable space for detailed messages, images, offers and business information
What are Folded Postcards?
Folded postcards are printed pieces that fold down from a larger flat sheet into a smaller finished postcard format. The folding design provides additional space for content while keeping the finished piece compact and easy to handle.
They are useful when a standard postcard does not provide enough room for your message. Businesses can use folded postcards for promotions, product information, announcements, invitations, menus, offers and customer communications.
Why Choose Folded Postcards?
- More Space for Your Message
- The unfolded format gives you additional room for images, text, offers, contact details and other information without requiring a separate brochure.
- Compact Finished Format
- Once folded, the postcard becomes smaller and easier to handle, distribute or include as part of a marketing campaign.
- Organized Content Layout
- The fold allows information to be separated into different sections, helping you organize headlines, images, offers and supporting details.
- Stronger Visual Presentation
- The folding format can create a natural reveal, allowing the outside and inside areas to serve different purposes within the same printed piece.
- Useful for Detailed Promotions
- Folded postcards are a practical choice when your campaign requires more information than a traditional single-sheet postcard can comfortably accommodate.
Specifications
Sizes
- 8.5" × 6" — Folds to 4.25" × 6"
- A popular folded postcard format that provides additional space on the flat sheet while finishing at a familiar postcard size.
- 8" × 6" — Folds to 4" × 6"
- A compact format that works well for direct-mail promotions, announcements, offers and marketing messages that need additional space.
- 10" × 7" — Folds to 5" × 7"
- A larger format that provides more room for photographs, detailed promotional content, product information and other visual elements before folding.
- Custom
- Choose a custom size when your project requires dimensions outside the listed folded postcard formats.
Paper
- 10 pt. Glossy Cardstock
- Provides a sturdy base for the folded postcard while maintaining a smooth glossy surface.
- The glossy finish helps photographs, graphics and colorful promotional designs stand out.
- Suitable when you want the folded postcard to have a polished and visually vibrant appearance.
- 10 pt. Matte Cardstock
- Provides a substantial cardstock feel with a smooth, low-glare surface.
- The matte finish gives the folded postcard a more understated and professional appearance.
- Suitable for designs that combine promotional graphics with larger amounts of readable text.
Folded Postcard FAQs
What are folded postcards?
Folded postcards are printed pieces made from a larger sheet that folds into a smaller finished postcard format. The fold provides additional space for content while keeping the finished piece compact.
What are folded postcards used for?
They can be used for promotions, product information, announcements, invitations, menus, special offers, customer communications and marketing campaigns that need more space than a standard postcard.
What sizes are available for folded postcards?
Available sizes include 8.5" × 6" folding to 4.25" × 6", 8" × 6" folding to 4" × 6", 10" × 7" folding to 5" × 7" and Custom.
Which paper options are available for folded postcards?
Available options are 10 pt. Glossy Cardstock and 10 pt. Matte Cardstock.
Why choose a folded postcard instead of a standard postcard?
A folded postcard provides additional space for content while maintaining a smaller finished format. It is useful when you need more room for images, offers, product details or supporting information than a standard postcard provides.
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