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All binding/cover services are available as part of a
complete publishing package, POD (small quantity charges may apply), and
binding only.
However, Gregath does not wholesale raw
binding supplies to individuals or other binderies. |
 
Example of full color saddle stitched
program book. Note no spine imprint, however great wrap around for
graphical elements.
Saddle
stitched softbinding projects can typically be found in coloring books,
programs, catalogs, newsletters, magazines, journals, pamphlets, calendars,
brochures, as well as a variety of booklets/planners and small page count books
(booklets, workbooks, etc.) that are not perfect bound.
This is a great soft binding option for transitional (short use) items and fund
raisers (due to economy in production). Wrap around self covers can be
glossy/coated or matte finish an can be the same weight paper as the text, or a
more substantial cover or index weight.
 While economical, the fact that the paper involved has been folded will reduce
the lifespan of the item. This can be reduced by the careful planning and
use of paper grain, but for long-term preservation, different soft binding
methods are suggested.
For books, periodicals,
brochures, and other items under 80 pages, one method option is wire saddle
stitch binding. Saddle stitch books are produced
on double sized sheets of paper that carry 4 pages. These sheets are then
collated and the cover (flat, containing both front and back) into a rough book
block. The book block containing the large sheets of paper and cover are
then folded in the middle and wire stapled on the spine.
However, this method does not allow for the
spine
imprint.
Standard types of
soft bindings include:
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Saddle
Stitch Softbinding
