Types of binding explained
Here at Doxdirect, we offer a wide range of binding types to ensure your hard work is presented in the best possible format. However, we understand that it can be difficult to know which option is best suited for a project. This page runs through every binding type available and what media they are most accommodating for!
Our hardback books are printed and perfect bound by hand at A5 and A4 sizes in both landscape and portrait orientation, with a left hand binding edge. Finish it with a high gloss or matt laminate to achieve the perfect look. learn more
A4 portrait or landscape: Left hand binding edge
A5 portrait or landscape: Left hand binding edge
Doxdirect prints perfect bound paperback books in A5 and A4 sizes with a colour cover as standard and 100gsm weight plain paper. It is also possible to increase the paper weight to 120gsm plain if you want to add a touch more quality to your book. For full colour print, 130gsm satin paper offers a soft sheen professional appearance. learn more
A4 portrait or landscape: Left hand binding edge
A5 portrait or landscape: Left hand binding edge
Ring binders are a great way to present documents with many pages or documents separated into chapters. Pages are hole punched and held on circular or D-shaped metal retainers. The document is provided in a PVC white presentation binder with a clear pocket on the front for a cover page of your choice. learn more
A4 portrait: Left hand binding edge
A5 portrait: Left hand binding edge
Spiral binding is where a coil wire binds pages together so that they can open on a flat surface. This makes the document easier to read and is great for showcasing high-res images. This is commonly used for dissertations, reports, notebooks and cookbooks. learn more
A3 landscape: Left hand binding edge
A3 portrait: Top binding edge
A4 / A5 portrait or landscape: Left hand or top binding edge
Saddle stitching is where folded pages are stapled together through the fold line with metal wire staples. The staples are then clamped together in the centre pages to secure the binding. This is often used for documents with smaller page counts, e.g. magazines, booklets and look books. learn more
A4 portrait: Left hand binding edge
A4 landscape: Top binding edge
A5 portrait or landscape: Left hand binding edge
If you would like to print on sheets that are not bound (also referred to as ‘loose leaf’), then this is the best option for you. Unbound printing is especially good for flyers, posters and leaflets. learn more
A3 portrait or landscape
A4 portrait or landscape
A5 portrait or landscape
This is the simplest version of binding. It involves stapling the sheets together at the top left of the document. This method is often used for documents such as résumés, newsletters, handouts and more. learn more