Here you'll find answers to common questions our clients ask. Start by selecting one of the links below. If you don’t see what you need – call or contact us online.

1. What type of products and services do you provide?
2. How do I go about getting an estimate from you?
3. Tips on how to save your design files
4. At what resolution should I save my photos and graphics?
5. What is a proof and why is it important that I look at it?
6. What is the Pantone Matching System?
7. Why do the printed colors look different from the colors on my screen?
8. Is white considered a printing color?
9. What file format should I use when submitting my electronic document for printing?
10. Once I submit the documents, how long will it take to finish my job?

1. What type of products and services does Redan Press provide?

Redan Press are a full service shop and offer a wide range of products and services. To see a full listing and description of what we can offer you, checkout out the Services area in the website click here.

2. How do I go about getting an estimate from Redan Press?

Redan Press suggest you use our online estimate request form. Otherwise, the best way to ensure that we get all the information necessary to do an accurate quote is to give us a call and talk with one of our customer service representatives on 01784 434949.

3. What file formats does Redan Press accept?

Redan Press accepts the following file formats in both Mac and PC format: Adobe PDF, Adobe InDesign, QuarkXpress, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop. We cannot guarantee files created in Microsoft applications will produce high quality images and text. Please refer to the user manual for these applications on how to create a high-res PDF for printing.

4. At what resolution should I save my photos and graphics?

Resolution should be set to 300 dpi.

Pictures and graphics pulled from the internet are often low resolution, typically 72 dpi or 96 dpi. Avoid these graphics, as they will appear pixilated and blocky when printed.

Also note that you should save all photos in CMYK mode, not RGB mode when possible. Images saved in RGB mode may not print properly. If you are unable to save your image in CYMK mode, please let us know.

5. What is a proof and why is it important that I look at it?

A proof is a one-off copy of your artwork that will be printed, published or final product after all modifications and printing setup processes have been completed. It is your last and best opportunity to make sure that the print job comes out the way you want. By carefully inspecting the proof, you can help Redan Press assure accurate, flawless delivery of your print job on the first run.

6. What is the Pantone Matching System?

The Pantone Matching System (PMS) is a color reproduction standard in which colors all across the spectrum are each identified by a unique, independent number. The use of PMS allows us to precisely match colors and maintain color consistency throughout the printing process.

7. Why do the printed colors look different from the colors on my screen?

In short, printers and monitors produce colors in different ways.

Monitors use the RGB (red, green, blue) color model, which usually supports a wider spectrum of colors. Printers use the CMYK (cyan, magenta, yellow, black) color model, which can reproduce most—but not all—of the colors in the RGB color model. Depending on the equipment used, CMYK generally matches 85–90% of the colors in the RGB model.

When a color is selected from the RGB model that is out of the range of the CMYK model, the application chooses what it thinks is the closest color that will match. Programs like Adobe Photoshop will allow you to choose which color will be replaced. Others may not.

8. Is white considered a printing color?

Not typically. Because white is the default color of paper, it is simply recognized as the absence of any ink. However, when using colored paper, white ink may be used if any text or graphic requires it.

9. Once I submit the documents, how long will it take to finish my job?

Simple jobs are often completed in less than an hour. Some jobs, however, may take several days to complete depending on their complexity and size. We always strive to provide an accurate estimate of the turnaround time for each job we do. And we’ll always work with you to find ways to complete your project when you need it.