Business Card Materials & Finishes Compared

The business card is the smallest print product — and the one where texture matters most. The material-plus-finish combination decides the impression the moment you hand it over.

Mainstream choices

300g coated paper + lamination (best value) The standard corporate card. Matte lamination (soft-touch, non-reflective) reads more premium and is today's default; gloss lamination makes colors pop for design-forward cards.

Textured / specialty papers Conqueror-style, linen-textured and cotton papers carry their own texture without lamination — a fit for law firms, studios and premium services. Pricier than coated stock.

Finishing upgrades

• Rounded corners: softer in hand, a simple finishing upgrade for a clear lift
• Foil stamping (gold/silver): logo or name accents, strong business feel
• Embossing/debossing: inkless relief, quietly premium

FAQ

Q: Minimum order? A: Online printing usually starts at one box (100 cards); multiple boxes of the same artwork price better.

Q: How much more is double-sided? A: With digital printing the difference is small — if the info doesn't fit, go double-sided without hesitation.

Q: File requirements? A: 90×54mm trim with 3mm bleed on all sides (96×60mm), text ≥ 3mm from the edge, 300dpi, CMYK.

Upload your file on the Linyeah Printing business-card page — size is auto-detected and every paper/finish combo prices in real time.