Custom Process

Custom Card
Printing
Process

Choose the card size, select the card stock, confirm the surface finish,
match the packaging, prepare print-ready artwork and review stock
samples for quality inspection.

1. Choose the card size
 and corner radius

Select a standard size or request a custom dimension.
Standard round corners use R3mm, and a custom corner
radius is available when the project requires it.

Size option Dimension
Poker Size 63 × 88 mm (2.5″ × 3.5″)
Bridge Size 57 × 89 mm (2.25″ × 3.5″)
Mini Card 44 × 63 mm (1.75″ × 2.5″)
Tarot Size 70 × 120 mm (2.75″ × 4.75″)
Square and custom options Square / 100+ available size options, with custom sizes available on request.
Custom card size options and standard card dimensions
Card size options for poker, bridge, mini, tarot, square and custom card projects.

2. Select CardStock / Material

Choose the stock based on the deck use, opacity needs,
shuffle feel, durability, waterproof requirements and budget fit.

Art Paper / White Core 280-350 gsm
Blue Core Paper 280 / 300 gsm for standard playing cards
Black Core Paper 300 / 305 / 310 / 330 gsm for casino or TCG grade projects
PVC 0.30 / 0.32 / 0.35 mm for waterproof card projects

German Black Core

Premium casino-grade stock with strong opacity, crisp snap and excellent durability.

Japanese Black Core

A premium option with a smoother feel and a slightly softer handling profile.

Chinese Black Core

A mid-range choice with better opacity than blue core paper and a budget-friendly position.

Gold Sun Blue Core

A popular mass-market option with good opacity, decent shuffle feel and cost-effective use.

C2S Art Paper

Best suited for color vibrancy, smooth presentation, tarot cards, flash cards and promotional decks.

PVC

A waterproof plastic option that is durable, easy to clean and suitable for frequent handling or outdoor use.

CardStock and material options for custom cards
CardStock and material options for custom cards.

3. Confirm the surface finish

Use surface treatment to adjust touch, gloss, texture, edge detail and deck presentation.

Gloss / Matte Lamination

Choose lamination based on the desired surface look and protective feel.

Glossy or Matte Varnish

Use varnish to create a gloss or matte card surface.

Linen / Air-Cushion Texture

Add a textured handling surface for selected playing card projects.

Spot UV

Apply selective high gloss to specific artwork or branding areas.

Hot Foil Stamping

Gold, silver and holographic foil options are available for premium accents.

Embossing / Debossing

Create raised or recessed details for selected designs and packaging effects.

Gilded Edges

Gold, silver and other edge colors are available for special deck presentation.

4. Match the packaging
to the project

Packaging can be selected for retail, gift, collector,
promotional and protected transport needs.

Packaging options

  • Tuck box
  • Rigid 2-piece box
  • Magnetic flip box
  • Drawer box
  • Tin box
  • Shrink-wrapped packaging
  • Custom box
Custom playing card packaging box options
Tuck boxes, rigid boxes, magnetic boxes and custom boxes.
Custom card packaging examples
Additional packaging styles for custom card projects.

5. Prepare artwork files
for printing

Provide editable, high-resolution source files before submitting artwork.

Source file requirements

Editable CDR, AI, PSD or PDF source files are accepted.

File formats CDR, AI, PSD or PDF
Resolution Minimum 300 DPI
Bleed 3mm on all artwork edges
Template lines Safe zone, trim line and bleed area
Color output Digital renderings may differ slightly from the final physical product
Artwork guide with safe zone trim line and bleed area
Safe zone, trim line and bleed area.
Custom card artwork file preparation guide
Artwork file preparation for print-ready cards.

6. Review stock samples
for quality inspection

Stock samples are intended for quality inspection only.
Sample cost is free, and shipping cost is borne by the buyer.

You can check

Material texture, color printing, dimensions and process details.

Not included

Custom packaging, branded labels or functional testing beyond standard QC.

Sample policy

Stock sample cost is free, while shipping cost is borne by the buyer.

About Our Samples
Stock samples for material texture, color printing, dimensions and process details.

Custom process FAQ

Prepare the key details before quotation and production planning.

Can I request a custom card size?

Yes. Standard sizes and 100+ available size options are listed, and custom sizes are available on request.

Which material is suitable for waterproof cards?

PVC is listed as the waterproof option, with 0.30 / 0.32 / 0.35 mm thickness choices.

Which files should I provide for artwork?

Provide editable CDR, AI, PSD or PDF source files at a minimum resolution of 300 DPI, with 3mm bleed on all edges.

Can stock samples show my branded box?

No. Stock samples are for quality inspection only and do not include custom packaging or branded labels.

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