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Frequently asked — pricing, process, files, timelines
Pricing
How much does 1000 business cards cost?
The cost of 1,000 business cards depends on the finished size, stock, printed sides and finishing. Compare a suitable coated paper with a premium or textured stock, and price foil or embossing separately. Send the artwork and specification to info@craftbox.ge for an itemised quotation and an agreed production date.
How much does a vinyl banner cost per square meter?
Banner pricing depends on the specified substrate, printed dimensions, quantity and finishing. Compare PVC frontlit, mesh and a suitable backlit material for the intended use. Ask whether hemming, grommets, joining, delivery and installation are included; a per-square-metre print rate alone does not describe the complete order. Confirm the schedule after the specification is reviewed.
Process
How many days does printing take at Craftarea?
Production time depends on approved files, material availability, quantity and finishing. Cards, flyers and stickers follow different steps from banners, exhibition displays, illuminated letters or vehicle graphics. Send Craftarea the item specification and required handover date, then confirm production, delivery and any installation schedule. Urgent work must be assessed for the particular order.
What if I need a rush order?
Contact Craftarea on +995 557 771 979 with the item, artwork, quantity and exact required handover time. Cards, stickers, banners and fabricated signs have different production needs. Ask whether suitable stock and a production slot are available, and confirm any additional cost and delivery arrangement before relying on an urgent deadline.
What is Craftarea's design process?
A design brief should lead to a proposed direction, feedback and an approved production file. With Craftarea, agree the deliverables, number of concepts or revisions, required formats and approval contact for the actual project. Complexity and feedback affect the schedule; confirm the dates in the proposal.
How-to
How do I prepare print files correctly?
Prepare artwork at the agreed finished dimensions and follow Craftarea’s requested colour, resolution, bleed and font settings. Vector files can suit logos and cut paths; raster images need enough detail at print size. A print-ready PDF is often useful, but the required export settings depend on the production workflow. Review the proof before approving the order.
How to place an order with Craftarea — step by step?
Send your file or brief to info@craftbox.ge, including the item, dimensions, quantity and required date. Review the proposed material, artwork, price and schedule with Craftarea. Confirm payment, production approval and collection or delivery arrangements before the order proceeds.
Specifications
What banner size do I need?
Choose the banner dimensions from the mounting area, viewing distance, message and support system. For a roll-up, use the exact hardware template; 0.85 × 2 m and 1 × 2 m are examples of formats, not interchangeable specifications. Facade, fence and event banners need their own measured area, fixing allowances and installation assessment.
What is the standard business card size?
Business-card formats vary; 85 × 55 mm and 90 × 50 mm are common examples. A US-style 3.5 × 2 inch format is about 89 × 51 mm. Confirm the finished size with Craftarea and check the card holder, artwork margins and finishing before production rather than assuming one mandatory Georgian or European dimension.
What paper weight is used for business cards?
Compare paper samples by weight, thickness, stiffness and finish. Cards may use stocks around 300–400 gsm or heavier and duplex constructions, but gsm alone does not determine quality or suitability. If a speciality brand such as Mohawk or Crane is required, confirm the specific stock and availability with Craftarea before preparing finishing artwork.
Comparison
DTF or screen printing — which is better?
Compare DTF and screen printing for the same garment, artwork and quantity. DTF avoids separate screens for each colour and can suit detailed or personalised designs; screen printing has a different setup and unit-cost structure. Neither method has a fixed quantity threshold where it always becomes better. Review samples for print feel and care, then compare the actual quotations.
Matte or glossy business cards — which is better?
Matte lamination gives a lower-gloss appearance; glossy lamination gives a reflective finish that can change the apparent colour and contrast. Fingerprints, scratching and feel depend on the actual film, so neither finish should be chosen from a universal premium or durability label. Compare samples of your design on the proposed paper and film.
Troubleshooting
What if I don't have a design file?
Send Craftarea the intended item, text, logo if available, dimensions, quantity and any visual references. Ask whether the project needs artwork preparation, a new layout or separate identity design. Agree the design deliverables, revisions, fee and approval process before work begins.
What if the colours look different after printing?
Screen display, colour profiles, paper, ink and finishing can all affect the difference between artwork and print. Compare the result with the approved proof and specification, then contact Craftarea with the file and the printed example. For a new run, agree suitable colour settings and a proof; a Pantone reference helps communicate the target but does not guarantee an exact match on every material.
