Custom brochure printing produces folded sheets that carry a short pitch, a menu of services or a product range, in bi-fold, tri-fold, Z-fold and other formats. TBPB prints them from your print-ready PDF with no minimum order, and our price-beat guarantee applies if you bring a written quote for the same specs.
Choose the fold by how people read it
The fold sets the reading order, so choose it before you write the copy. A bi-fold has four panels and works like a small booklet, good for a single clear story. A tri-fold, the classic letter fold, has six panels and suits a service list with a clear cover, an inside spread and a back panel with contact details. A Z-fold opens like an accordion and is best for step-by-step content or a timeline. A gate fold opens from the middle and gives a dramatic reveal, which suits a product launch. Think about what the reader sees first when they open it, because that panel does the most selling.
Paper, weight and finish
A brochure has to feel like something worth keeping, and paper does most of that work. Heavier stock feels more substantial but folds less cleanly, so thicker sheets are usually scored before folding to avoid cracking. Gloss brings out photographs, matte reads calmer for text-heavy pages and uncoated feels natural and takes a pen. Aqueous or soft-touch coating protects against handling marks. Spot UV or foil on the logo adds a little polish where it matters. Ask us about options for your fold and stock.
File setup that avoids reprints
Folded pieces fail in small ways, so check these before you send the file:
- Build to the flat, unfolded size, and mark the fold lines on a guide layer
- Add about 1/8 inch of bleed on all sides
- Keep text about 1/4 inch from the trim and from every fold
- In a tri-fold, make the panel that tucks inside slightly narrower than the others so it does not buckle
- Supply images at 300 dpi in CMYK, with fonts embedded or outlined
Related print products
For a standard format, see our tri-fold brochure, and for single-sheet pieces, custom flyers. If your content runs longer than a few panels, a booklet or catalog may serve you better. Send the flat size, fold type, paper preference and quantity, even one, with your PDF, and we quote it.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a minimum order for custom brochure printing?
No. TBPB has no minimum order. You can order a few brochures for a meeting or a large run for a campaign. Send the flat size, fold type, paper choice and quantity with your PDF for a quote.
Which fold should I choose?
A bi-fold suits a single story. A tri-fold suits a service list with a clear cover and back panel. A Z-fold suits steps or timelines. A gate fold suits a launch with a dramatic reveal. Pick by what the reader should see first.
What size is a tri-fold brochure?
A common tri-fold starts as a letter-size sheet folded into three panels. Other sizes are available. Tell us the flat size and the fold type, and we set up the layout and guide the panel widths.
How should I set up the file?
Build to the flat size with about 1/8 inch of bleed, keep text about 1/4 inch from trim and folds, use CMYK images at 300 dpi and embed fonts. Mark fold lines on a guide layer.
Which paper works best for brochures?
Gloss makes photos stand out, matte reads calmer for text, and uncoated feels natural. Heavier stock feels better but is scored before folding to avoid cracking. We advise on the best stock for your fold.
Do you match another printer’s quote?
If you send a written quote for the same size, fold, paper and quantity, we will beat it.
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