Printseoul Blog
Print planning, without the guesswork.
Notes on paper, binding, proofing, shipping, and file setup.
Why July Is Your Real Deadline for a September Issue
Ocean freight and proofing time eat into the calendar faster than most editorial teams plan for. Here's how to work backward from a newsstand date.
Five Print File Specifications You Must Check Before Ordering
Most printing issues trace back to file preparation, not the press. Bleed, color mode, resolution, PDF format, and paper — checked in that order.
Paper Thickness, Explained: GSM for U.S. & Canadian Buyers
GSM is the one paper-weight unit that compares consistently across mills and markets — here's how to translate it against U.S. pound weights.
Choosing the Right Paper: Gloss vs. Matte vs. Uncoated
Three stocks cover most magazine and catalog jobs. The right choice comes down to how the reader is meant to hold and read the piece.