Yes, we offer a few different options for printed proofs. The designer who processes your artwork may recommend you consider getting these or you may want to request them for artwork checking. The options are:
Laser Printed Proofs
Laser printed proofs cannot be used for accurate colour matching. They do however give a good idea of how your final print will look, the size and scale of images/text and also an indication of any blurred/pixilated areas that may occur due to low resolution areas in the artwork.
Per A3, single sided sheet, including 1st class Royal Mail delivery to one Mainland UK address: £15.00 ex. VAT (£18.00 incl. VAT)
The average turnaround time on these will be 2 to 3 working days including 1st class postage. For non-UK addresses or guaranteed next day delivery, please ask for more details.
Digitally Calibrated Printed Proofs
Calibrated printed proofs are 95% colour accurate. They are provided on FOGRA approved paper and setup to mimic the lithographic press in terms of colour and quality. These will give you an idea of colour, size/scale of content, blur, pixilation and the majority of issues that may occur without checking. The only thing that these do not show are variations that may occur on different card-stocks and finishes.
£40.00 ex. VAT (£48.00 incl. VAT) for one A3 sheet including courier delivery to one Mainland UK address, and £15.00 ex. VAT (£18.00 incl. VAT) each per sheet thereafter
The average turnaround time on calibrated proofs will be 5 to 10 working days.
Match Printed Proofs
Match print proofs are the same as the Calibrated Printed proofs, with additional copies being produced and passed to production to ensure they match the main print run.
£90.00 ex. VAT (£108.00 incl. VAT) for one A3 sheet including courier delivery to one Mainland UK address, and £25 ex. VAT each per sheet thereafter.
The average turnaround time on calibrated proofs will be 10 to 15 working days.