FAQ

GENERAL

At Pike Street Press, we offer a wide range of printing services including letterpress, foil stamping, custom graphics, digital printing, custom stickers, and die cutting. Whether you need business cards, brochures, posters, or custom packaging, we have the expertise to meet your needs.

We accept PDF, AI, and EPS files for digital artwork. For letterpress Vector graphics are preferred. For photos, we require high-resolution (300 DPI) JPGs or PNGs. We do not accept Word documents, PowerPoint slides, or raster-based files like JPGs or PNGs for digital artwork.

To place an order, you can contact us directly through our website, or visit our studio in Seattle. Design projects are communicated and approved via email. A 50% deposit is required to get your project officially started.

Physical proofs are available only for digital and sticker print services, starting at $25. Only digital proofs are provided for letterpress projects, and incur a fee of $50 or more for file setup and materials sourcing.

Yes, our experienced design team can work with you to create custom designs for any printing project. Whether you have a specific vision in mind or need assistance bringing your ideas to life, we are here to help. Design is billed at a rate see here.

Yes, we ship with UPS and USPS. Shipping costs depend on the size and weight of your order, as well as the destination. To request expedited shipping, please contact us directly.

Absolutely! We have a retail space filled with greeting cards, prints, and local goods, so feel free to shop during your visit to Seattle!

-Scheduled tours are not available.

If you have any additional questions, please use our website's contact form. Contact Us

CUSTOM LETTERPRESS

Standard lead time for letterpress projects is 10-14 business days following approval of a Final Proof. Project timelines are subject to change depending on complexity, availability of materials and current workload.

Yes, our house stock's are Crane's Lettra - 110lb and 220lb cotton stock. We offer two shades: bright white ( Fluorescent White) and off-white (Pearl White). It has a soft luxurious texture and perfect for letterpress printing.

Letterpress printing creates a tactile, debossed effect and ink is pressed into the paper , while digital is flat and toner is printed directly onto the surface.

No, we do not accept outside paper for letterpress printing. Custom paper stocks can be ordered. (Mainly uncoated Coverstocks 80lb and above) Clients are welcome to schedule a complimentary 10-minute consultation to select the stock that they like!

We can print designs with up to four colors, however design capabilities are always subject to review. Fine details are limited to a minimum size of 0.25pt. Vector Graphics are preferred, though some Raster images & halftones will need to be reviewed.

Keep in mind Letterpress requires a setup process for the press, plates, paper, and ink. So printing less than 50 may not justify the setup cost. Please refer to the chart on our letterpress service page here for details.

Hairline registration on basic designs is to be expected. Our tolerance is 1/32". Strokes and the weight of objects should be no smaller than 0.25" points. Registration trapping should be no less than 0.15 points.

We can print up to 16"x20".

No, we do not offer samples for letterpress projects. You can view sample's in-store for inspiration and specifications.

Yes, as long as the same materials can be reused.

CUSTOM STICKERS

We print all stickers on 3mil vinyl, with custom die-cut stickers laminated in 3mil laminate.

Yes, our die-cut stickers are laminated and ideal for outdoor use. Sheet-printed stickers are not laminated, so they’re not suitable for outdoor use.

The turnaround time is four days or fewer once the sticker design is approved and/or print-ready.

Yes, but there is a $25 fee for a sample/physical proof depending on the project's complexity.

Yes, the minimum order for custom stickers is $100.

CUSTOM DIGITAL PRINTING

Digital printing is a service that uses digital files to produce high-quality prints using a CMYK color model, where toner is applied in layers to create vibrant images.

Files must be submitted as PDFs and include crop marks and a 1/8” bleed. Improperly set up files will incur setup fees starting at $25.

Turnaround time for digital projects is 2-4 business days. In a crunch?Inquire for rush availability.

No, we currently do not print on clients paper, and specialty papers.

Yes, digital printing samples are available starting at $25+ depending on complexity.

Yes, we use FSC-certified paper for all our digital printing projects, and can source recycled papers for your project.

WHOLESALE

We offer wholesale pricing on all of our retail products mainly, greeting cards, postcards, stickers, and prints. Some prints and merch are not available for resale. You can email us an order, or through Faire.

Opening Order: $150.00 | Reorder: $100.00 quantities vary depending on the product and can be found on our Faire page.

Yes, we can offer customization for our wholesale products. Inquire about branded stickers, and stationery.

You can email us directly or on Faire