Wire-o binding with special finishes

Wire-o binding is one of the most widely used binding types. Practical and reliable, spiral binding allows you to conveniently leaf through the pages and open the publication without ruining the binding. With Pixartprinting, you can now embellish the cover of your publication with a special finish: you can choose from 3D varnish and gold or silver foil. Special finish wire-o binding is recommended for printing publishing products with a premium look, like small booklets, calendars, guides and catalogues. Take a look!

What is Special Finish Wire-O Binding?

Special Finish Wire-O Binding is a practical, reliable binding method enhanced with special finishes that create a luxurious and elegant appearance. With Pixartprinting, you can apply a 3D varnish or gold/silver foil to your publication’s cover. This combination of wire-o binding and finishing options gives your publication a professional look, making it perfect for premium products such as small booklets, catalogues, and company brochures.

Custom wire-o binding with special finishes

At Pixartprinting, “customisation” is the name of the game. We offer a wide range of configuration options to create the product you want: format, number of pages, paper for the pages and cover, lamination and special finishes. Special finishes allow you to highlight certain details of the cover. You can choose 3D varnish to give the print a 3D effect or gold or silver foil to make certain details shine. Your books with special finish wire-o binding will have a premium, elegant look.

Our tips for your special finish wire-o binding

You can tell us which parts of the artwork to apply the special finish to using the dedicated layer on the print file. Download the Template and use it to set up your file:

• The artwork in the Finishing layer must not contain gradients, halftone screens or transparency, must consist of vector graphics and must use the Finishing colour swatch.
• You can make the finishes any shape you like, giving you more creative freedom.
• We recommend using a font size of at least 10 pt and a line weight of at least 1 pt.
• Finally, we recommend avoiding placing finishes over creases, to prevent the varnish or coating from breaking.

Special Finish Options for Wire-O Binding

Pixartprinting offers the following special finish options for wire-o binding:

• 3D Varnish: This finish creates a raised effect on printed areas, giving your book a three-dimensional appearance that captures attention and highlights specific cover details, such as titles or images.
• Gold Foil: Add a touch of elegance with gold foil, giving a shiny and sophisticated effect. Ideal for titles, logos, or decorative details, this technique adds a luxurious appearance to your cover.
• Silver Foil: Similar to gold foil but with a sleek, modern silver effect. Perfect for those seeking an elegant look that is less bold than gold.

Related products

Pixartprinting offers a wide range of binding options in addition to special finish wire-o binding. Find out more in our Magazines, Books and Catalogues section.

Special Finish Wire-O Binding vs. Other Binding Types

Wire-O binding is a practical, reliable, and fast solution, but it is not the only option available for printing books, magazines, or catalogues. Here’s a comparison of the main types of binding:

• Wire-O binding: Ideal for booklets, calendars, guides, and catalogues. Wire-O binding allows the publication to open fully and lie flat without damaging the binding, which makes it ideal for products that will be used often or require frequent page turning.
• Perfect binding: Recommended for thick publications like books and magazines with a high page count. This method uses glue to bind the pages together, making it suitable for larger volumes.
• Sewn binding: Combines durability and high-quality aesthetics. Sewn binding is ideal for premium or collectible publications, offering long-lasting quality.
• Stapled binding: Ideal for smaller publications with fewer pages. It’s quick and cost-effective, but it doesn’t provide the durability or sophistication of other methods like Wire-O or perfect binding.

Special Finish Wire-O Binding offers a perfect balance between affordability, fast production, and premium appearance, making it ideal for marketing materials, premium catalogues, or promotional booklets.

Order Your Prints with Special Finish Wire-O Binding

Order your prints with Special Finish Wire-O Binding online. You can specify which areas of your artwork to enhance with the special finish by using the dedicated layer within your print file. Download the Template and follow the instructions to correctly set up your print file.

Select your preferred customisation options, such as format, number of pages (including the cover), and the type of paper for the page printing. Submit your order and upload your PDF in just a few clicks to complete the purchase. You will receive your new magazines with Special Finish Wire-O Binding directly at your office with timely delivery!

In the price grid, you can view the online quote, automatically estimated while configuring your product. There is no minimum order quantity: you can even order a single copy of your publication.

Paper and Lamination Options

For Special Finish Wire-O Binding, you can choose the following paper types for your cover and inner pages:

Cover Paper

• Classic Demimatt – Matte Coated 300 gsm
• Classic Gloss – Gloss Coated 300 gsm

Inside Pages

• Classic Demimatt – Matte Coated 100, 130, 170, or 250 gsm
• Classic Gloss – Gloss Coated 130, 170, or 250 gsm
• Classic Uncoated - Brilliant White Uncoated 90 gsm
• Extraprint - Brilliant White Smooth Uncoated 100, 160, or 300 gsm
• Rembrandt - Stipple Textured Uncoated 120 or 300 gsm
• Underwood - Woodstock Birch 170 or 260 gsm
• Ice White - Brilliant with Uncoated Linen Finish 280 gsm
• Recycled 120 gsm or 300 gsm

Lamination Options

Lamination is available exclusively for the cover, on both the front and back sides. Choose from:

• If the cover is made with Classic Demimatt – Matte Coated paper, two lamination options are available: Matte or Soft Touch.
• If the cover is made with Classic Gloss – Gloss Coated paper, the only available lamination option is Gloss.

Technical specifications required for creating the file

To ensure perfect printing and achieve a professional result, it is essential to follow certain technical specifications. You can find them in the instructions file available for free download. Here's a summary:

• File format: PDF at 1:1 scale (not password-protected)
• Colours: all files must be submitted in CMYK with the Fogra 39 color profile
• Resolution: the optimal resolution for printing is 300 dpi
• Crop marks: export the PDF without crop marks or registration marks
• Bleed: each page must include a 3 mm bleed on all sides
• Text positioning: text must be positioned 15 mm from the inner margin and 5 mm from the outer margins
• Font: must be embedded in the PDF and not converted to outlines or paths
• Minimum vector path thickness: 0.25 pt
• Minimum font size: 6 pt to ensure perfect readability
• Special Finish: Embellishments must be vector-based, set to overprint, placed on a dedicated Finishing layer, and assigned the spot color swatch “Finishing” (0, 50, 100, 0)