Litho Printers UK
The traditional long print run process that offers a stunning final product.
Lithographic Printing
We have been offering litho printing since 1975. Digital printing is perfect for short-run printing, but litho printing is the best option for high-quality long-run projects. If you’re looking for a high volume of catalogues, leaflets, brochures, forms, cards, folders, documents, or posters, then we can fulfil your print needs with lithographic printing. What is Litho Printing?
What is Litho Printing and Why Should I Choose it?
Lithographic offset printing, also known as litho printing, is a process where the image to be printed is first placed on a plate. The plate is then coated with ink and pressed onto the print material. The ink is then absorbed by the material and so the printing is completed.
Litho printing is a great option for a range of print materials, such as paper, cardboard, and a whole host of other materials. It is a highly skilled process, and while it is certainly a more traditional type of printing, it’s still a highly popular choice with businesses and publishers – and for good reason. Although digital printing can be faster and easier to set up, lithographic printing can better accommodate larger volume projects whilst still ensuring a high-quality final product.
Benefits of Lithographic Offset Printing
If you’re looking for high-quality printing, litho printing is a tried-and-tested method that has been used for centuries, and for good reason. Lithographic printing offers a wide range of benefits, here are some reasons why you should consider it for your next print project:
- High-quality printing. Litho printers are known for producing sharp details, vibrant colours and incredible resolution.
- Cost-effective for larger runs. If you’re printing large quantities of items, litho printing can be a cost-effective option. The cost of the printing plate is spread across the entire print run, so the cost per unit decreases as the quantity increases.
- With lithographic printers, the print quality remains consistent throughout the run. This means each print is identical which is important for maintaining your brand’s reputation.
- Special effects. Litho printing can incorporate special effects like metallic inks and embossing, which can add visual interest and texture to your print products to help you stand out from the competition.
Who is Lithographic Printing for?
Lithographic printing is ideal for a range of businesses and organisations that need high-quality printing for medium to large print runs. This printing type is commonly used by:
Marketing Agencies
Marketing agencies commonly use litho printing to produce high-quality brochures, flyers, and other promotional materials for events and handouts.
Publishers
Litho printing is perfect for magazine printing, book publishing, and large-scale productions due to its ability to handle high-volume print jobs effectively.
Corporate Business
Both large and small businesses need printed materials that look professional in order to maintain a strong brand presence. Litho printing can be used to create business cards, reports, newsletters and more to present a brand effectively.
Retail and E-commerce
Retail stores commonly use litho printing for catalogues, leaflets, and signs due to their ability to produce high-quality prints in large volumes.
Events
Lithographic printing is often used for events from business events and weddings to concerts and festivals to create posters, invitations, tickets, programmes, and much more.
Educational Institutions
Litho printing is ideal for textbooks, newsletters, certificates, and information leaflets making it a popular printing option for schools, colleges, and universities.
Nonprofits and Charities
Charities and nonprofit organisations frequently use litho printing for fundraising campaigns. Materials like leaflets, posters, event programmes, and newsletters offer a cost-effective and high-quality option for outreach and marketing.
Litho Printing Vs Digital Printing – Which Is Best?
When it comes to printing, the two most popular options are litho printing and digital printing. But which is best for your requirements? While both have their benefits, there are some key differences that you should consider.
Digital printing is a newer technology that involves printing directly from a digital file. This means there is no need for printing plates or any other setup time making it faster and more cost effective for smaller print runs. Litho printing uses printing plates that are popular for larger print runs.
Both print methods are great, however, if you need a large number of items or need more precise details, lithographic printing may be your best bet. If you’re looking for shorter print runs, quicker turnaround times or on-demand printing, then we recommend looking at digital printing.
Why Choose Us for Professional Litho Printing Services
At Action Press, we have a range of printing machines in different sizes to meet any business’ litho printing needs. From our B3 machines for small forms and business cards to our B1 presses for larger products like catalogues, we’ve got you covered.
We’ve been in the printing industry for over 40 years, so you can trust us to guide you through every stage of your print project, from design to choosing the best finishes. Whether you’re a start-up creating your first company brochure or a marketing department refreshing your marketing materials, our experts are always on hand to help.
We live and breathe litho printing, and our team really knows their stuff. Get in touch today to speak with one of our experienced account managers and request a quote for your litho printing project.
Litho printing FAQs
The turnaround on litho printing can vary depending on the size and complexity of the job. For small print jobs turnaround time can be around a week while larger jobs can take up to 2 or 3 weeks. For larger catalogues, it’s always best to book press time ahead.
The cost of litho printing varies depending on the specific job requirements such as quantity, paper stock and finishing options. We quote each job individually, so please request a quote and one of our friendly team members will be happy to provide estimates!
There are many paper sizes and weights available in litho printing, as well as a variety of special finishes like spot UV coating, metallic inks, and embossing. The options available can be overwhelming, so it’s best to consult with one of our printing professionals to find the right options for your project.
We prefer to receive artwork files in PDF format for litho printing to ensure the best quality print. However, we recommend checking our blog post on creating print-ready artwork for more information and tips.
We can print as little as one copy, but we do have a minimum order value of £100.
Litho printing is typically used for printing on paper for products such as brochures, flyers, business cards, packaging and much more!
