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Professional section-sewn perfect-bound book printing from 1 copy, with a wide choice of papers and first-class service. Order now for high-quality printing!
Want a book you can present with pride, without worrying about pages coming loose after repeated use? Section-sewn perfect binding means "sew first, then glue": the inner pages are sewn in 16pp sections before the spine is glued into shape, giving a clean appearance and professional feel. It is particularly suitable for multi-page publications such as corporate annual reports, product catalogues, textbooks, novels and portfolios.
A common combination for annual reports, brand books and proposals: a clean look with relatively low glare, easy on the eye in meetings and photographs.
Ideal for product catalogues and photo-led content: saturated colour makes images "pop".
For novels, teaching materials and text-heavy content: comfortable to read with easier cost control (large dark areas are not recommended).
| Item | Available options | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| Finished size A5 / A4 |
A5 (148×210mm) / A4 (210×297mm) | Mainly text: A5 is easier to carry; mainly for presentation: A4 has greater visual impact. |
| Cover material 300gsm gloss art paper |
Cover in 300gsm gloss art paper (options: matt lamination / gloss lamination) | Matt lamination: low glare and easy on the eye; gloss lamination: brighter and more "vivid". |
| Page count Cover + inner pages |
Common combinations: 4pp cover + 24/36/48/96/108pp inner pages (other page counts available on request) | Blank pages can be added if needed (making layout and section imposition easier). |
| Inner-page material Suitable for text / images |
120gsm woodfree paper, 128gsm/157gsm gloss art paper, or 128gsm/157gsm matt art paper (other options are also available) | Lots of photos: 157gsm matt/gloss art paper; lots of text: 120gsm woodfree paper (large dark areas are not recommended). |
Tip: the "key to an attractive result" with section-sewn perfect binding is the right paper and layout. You do not need to choose the thickest stock from the outset — select the inner paper weight according to the balance of text and images.
(These are common printing-risk reminders; if you would like us to check your artwork page by page, send the file directly via WhatsApp.)
Use CMYK
Create your artwork in CMYK colour mode and at the correct dimensions
Ensure image clarity
All images should look sharp at 100%, at a minimum of 300dpi or above
Create outlines
Convert all text to outlines and embed all images or linked objects
Save your file
We accept PDF, AI and PSD source files; for special finishes we accept AI only
From posters and backdrops to booklets, we do it all! Let our professional design team craft eye-catching print work for you.
Should your perfect-bound book be A5, B5 or A4? This guide walks through three quick questions — how readers pick it up, whether the content is text- or image-heavy, and how many pages — then covers the sizes (148x210 to 210x297 mm), cover and inner paper options, and a layout check before you submit files.
A pre-submission checklist for perfect-bound (softcover) book artwork: reserve a 10mm glued-spine allowance, keep page numbers and QR codes clear of the gutter, handle full-spread images, add 3mm bleed, and export a print-ready CMYK PDF at 300dpi. Covers left/right inner margins, spine width and a final file-prep list.
Saddle stitch, perfect binding, hardcover — which book binding actually suits your project? A clear look at the three mainstream methods, what each does best, and the page-count limits, glue-edge margins and file-prep details to get right before your book goes to print.
Want to make your own memory book without pro software? This step-by-step guide shows how to design a photo book or album in Canva — page and bleed setup, hardcover binding options, fonts, image resolution and exporting a print-ready PDF, then get it printed and delivered across Hong Kong and Macau.
