Postcards

16pt, UV Gloss Both Sides

  1. 1 Pick options
  2. 2 Upload artwork
  3. 3 We check & print
DIY Printz glossy 16pt postcards
Every order includes
  • Paper: 16pt cover
  • Coating: UV gloss both sides

1 Quantity

Need more than 5,000 postcards, fewer than 250 (500 for 4 x 6), or a different size? Request a quote

2 Size

Size Finished size. Build your file 1/8" larger (1/16" bleed on every side).

3 Printed sides

Sides Front & Back = full color both sides. Front Only = blank back. Same price.

4 Turnaround

Turnaround

5 Proof & extras

Rounded Corners
Shrink Wrap Bundled in packs of 25. (A-Plus: packs of 50 force 2–3 day turnaround; we sell 25s, which keep all turnarounds.)
Proof We email a proof before printing. Printed proofs add time.

6 Upload your artwork

PDF, JPG, JPEG, TIF, TIFF, EPS, PNG · max 150 MB per file· 6 × 4 in trim, 6.125 × 4.125 in with 1/16" bleed · 300 DPI

Front Artwork

Required

Browse files or drag & drop

Accepted: PDF, JPG, JPEG, TIF, TIFF, EPS, PNG — Max 150 MB

    Back Artwork

    Required for Front & Back

    Browse files or drag & drop

    Accepted: PDF, JPG, JPEG, TIF, TIFF, EPS, PNG — Max 150 MB

      Please do not refresh — larger files take longer to upload.

      Files over 150 MB can't be uploaded here. Flatten or compress them, or email us a link.

      Download Template PDF for Illustrator, Acrobat or Affinity, plus 300 DPI PNGs for Canva or Photoshop. Delete the guides layer before you upload.
      Download Template PDF only
      File setup guide
      • Size: 6 × 4 in finished. Build your file at 6.125 × 4.125 in (1/16" bleed on every side), which is 1838 × 1238 px at 300 DPI.
      • Safe zone: keep text and logos at least 3/16" inside the trim edge (the dashed line on our templates).
      • Formats: PDF, JPG, JPEG, TIF, TIFF, EPS, PNG. PDF is best (fonts outlined or embedded).
      • Color: CMYK is best. RGB files are converted and colors may shift slightly.
      • Resolution: 300 DPI at full size for photos and images.
      • Max file size: 150 MB per file.
      • Need help? See Artwork Requirements or contact us.

      7 Job details optional

      Full-color postcards on thick 16pt cover stock with a high-gloss UV coating on both sides. Great for direct mail, promotions, event invites, real estate just-listed cards and thank-you notes. Choose from five popular sizes and print one side or both sides at the same price.

      Key specs

      • Sizes: 4" x 6", 4.25" x 5.5", 5" x 7", 6" x 9" or 6" x 11"
      • Stock: 16pt cover
      • Finish: UV gloss coating on both sides
      • Printing: full color front & back, or front only
      • Quantities: 250 to 5,000 postcards (4" x 6" starts at 500)

      File setup

      • Resolution: 300 DPI or higher
      • Color mode: CMYK (RGB files are converted and colors may shift)
      • Bleed: 1/16" (0.0625") on every side. Extend backgrounds past the trim line
      • Safe zone: keep text and logos at least 1/8" inside the trim line
      • File types: PDF (recommended), JPG, PNG, TIF or EPS, up to 150 MB per file
      • One file per side: upload the front and back as separate files

      Download template: a DIY Printz print template is available on this page. It shows the bleed, trim and safe lines so your file is ready to upload.

      Turnaround & add-ons

      1-2 business days production after we receive your order and print-ready files (or after you approve your proof). Prefer more time? 2-3 business days is the same price. Shipping time is separate and depends on the method you choose at checkout.

      • Guaranteed Next Day: printed the next business day for a small extra charge
      • Shrink wrap in 25s: bundled in packs of 25 (available with 2-3 business day turnaround)
      • Rounded corners: 1/4" radius on all four corners
      • Proofs: choose a PDF proof or a printed proof before we print, or print as uploaded

      Need more than 5,000 postcards, a different size or a special paper? Request a quote and our team will help.