Custom Letterhead Printing
Give every letter, proposal, and invoice a professional look with custom printed letterhead featuring your logo, brand colors, and contact information. It’s a simple way to keep your business stationery consistent across everyday correspondence and formal documents.
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Why Choose Our Custom Printed Letterhead?
- A professional first impression — Give client letters, proposals, and official documents a polished look with letterhead designed around your brand.
- Consistent branding on every page — Keep your logo, brand colors, and contact information in the same place across all your printed correspondence.
- Paper that suits the way you work — Choose a paper that feels right for your business and fits how you’ll use it, from printing letters in-house to signing and mailing formal documents.
- A coordinated stationery set — Pair your letterhead with matching envelopes and business cards so your brand looks consistent from the envelope to the page inside.
Common Uses for Custom Letterhead
- Business correspondence – Send client letters, follow-ups, and responses on stationery that clearly identifies your business.
- Proposals, estimates, and bids – Use branded letterhead for cover letters that accompany quotes and project proposals.
- Invoices and account statements – Include your business details on printed billing documents and payment reminders.
- Client welcome letters – Introduce your team and share next steps in a new client’s welcome packet.
- Official notices and announcements – Send policy updates, meeting notices, and other formal communications.
- Donor and sponsor letters – Use your organization’s letterhead for fundraising appeals, sponsorship requests, and thank-you letters.
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Letterhead File Setup
- Finished size: Set your document to the finished sheet size. Standard US letterhead is 8½″ × 11″.
- Bleed: If artwork prints to the edge, extend it ⅛″ beyond the trim on all sides. An 8½″ × 11″ sheet with full bleed measures 8¾″ × 11¼″.
- Safe area: Keep text, logos, and important details at least ¼″ inside the finished edges.
- Resolution: Use images at 300 dpi at their final printed size.
- Color mode: Prepare full-color artwork in CMYK.
- File format: Send a print-ready PDF at actual size. PDF/X-4 is preferred. Embed fonts or convert them to outlines.
- One design per page: Send one finished sheet per PDF page. For two-sided artwork, put the front on page 1 and the back on page 2.
- Room for your letter: Leave a clear area for the date, address, body text, and signature. Keep logos and contact details in the header or footer.
- Need help with your design? Highridge Graphics can create your letterhead artwork and provide a proof for approval before printing.
Before You Send Your Letterhead Artwork
Proofread your company name, phone number, email address, and website. If you’ll run the printed letterhead through an office laser or inkjet printer, tell us when requesting your quote so we can help you choose a suitable paper. Check your printer’s printable margins and test the placement of your letter on a plain sheet before printing a batch.
Download Letterhead Setup Template
The PDF includes ⅛″ bleed, trim lines, and a ¼″ safe area. Build at 100% scale and remove all guides before exporting your finished artwork.
Letterhead Paper Options
Choose from five letterhead papers, from lightweight uncoated stock for everyday mailings to textured linen for formal correspondence. If you’ll print letters onto the finished sheets in-house, tell us whether you use a laser or inkjet printer when requesting your quote.
20# Uncoated — A lightweight paper for routine correspondence, notices, and larger mailings.
24/60# Uncoated — A step up in weight from 20# Uncoated. It has more body for everyday client letters and business correspondence.
28/70# Uncoated Smooth — A heavier, smooth stock that gives proposals, cover letters, and client packets a more substantial feel.
70# White Linen Text — A white paper with a fine woven texture for executive stationery, invitations, and formal letters.
24# Classic Crest — A premium stationery paper for professional and formal correspondence. Available for one- and two-ink-color letterhead orders.
One-Color Letterhead Printing
Print your logo, business name, and contact information in a single ink color for a clean, understated look.
Why Choose 1-Color Printing?
- Simple artwork: A good fit for a single-color logo, fine rules, and small type.
- Consistent branding: Use the same ink color throughout the letterhead design.
- Spot-color artwork: Include your color specification when you request a quote.
- Easy to read: Keep contact details and small lettering clear against the paper.
Full-Color Letterhead Printing
Bring your brand colors to every letter you send. Full-color printing lets you use multicolor logos, gradients, and detailed graphics in your letterhead design, with room for your message.
It’s a good fit for client welcome letters, proposals, and other correspondence where you want your branding to stand out.
Why Use Full-Color Printing?
- Detailed artwork: Reproduce photos, illustrations, and subtle shading.
- Brand colors: Carry your multicolor logo and design elements into your stationery.
- File preparation: Submit your artwork as a print-ready CMYK PDF.
Frequently Asked Questions About Custom Letterhead Printing
What size is standard business letterhead?
Standard U.S. letterhead measures 8½″ × 11″. Download the setup template in the File Setup tab for the trim, bleed, and safe-area guides.
What paper options are available?
Choose from 20# Uncoated, 24/60# Uncoated, 28/70# Uncoated Smooth, 70# White Linen Text, and 24# Classic Crest. For everyday correspondence, start with an uncoated stock. For a textured finish, consider White Linen Text. Classic Crest is available for one- and two-ink-color orders.
Can I print my letterhead in one ink color or in full color?
Yes. One ink color works well for a simple logo and contact information. Two ink colors let you add a contrasting accent. Choose full-color printing for multicolor logos, gradients, and detailed graphics.
Can I print on the letterhead with my office printer?
Tell us whether you’ll use a laser or inkjet printer when you request your quote. We can help you choose a suitable stock. Check your printer’s paper specifications and test your letter layout on a plain sheet first.
What file should I send for printing?
Send a print-ready PDF at actual size with fonts embedded or outlined. If your design prints to the edge, add ⅛″ bleed on all sides. If we confirm two-sided printing for your order, put the front and back on separate PDF pages.
Can you design my letterhead for me?
Yes. Send us your logo, company name, and the contact details you want printed. We can create the layout and provide a proof for you to review before printing.
How do I request a letterhead quote?
Use the Request a Free Quote form on this page. Include your quantity, paper choice, and ink colors. If you need printing on both sides, ask about availability in the Print Details / Quote Request field. If your artwork is ready, you can upload it with your request.