In short: Printseoul prints hardcover books from 200 copies, with a printed case, end papers, optional dust jacket, cover finishes, and slipcase packaging arranged after the order.
What goes into a hardcover quote
- Interior pages on your choice of paper, in full color or black and white.
- A printed case with an optional cover finish such as matte or gloss lamination.
- End papers, plain or printed.
- An optional dust jacket, printed separately.
- Foil, spot UV, embossing, or debossing on the cover as add-ons.
- Slipcase packaging for premium editions, priced separately after the order.
Files you will upload
A cover PDF and an interior PDF, plus an end paper PDF if the end papers are printed and a dust jacket PDF if you ordered a jacket. Hardcover case dimensions include the spine and board wrap, so confirm the exact template with Printseoul support before you design. The spine calculator gives a starting spine estimate.
Timing and freight
Hardcover takes longer than a paperback because of the extra binding steps, and the quote shows the production time for your spec. Hardcovers also weigh more, which matters if you ship by air; ocean freight often suits larger hardcover runs. See air vs. ocean freight.
Good uses for hardcover
Art and photography books, children's books, cookbooks, commemorative and anniversary editions, and gift books: anything meant to last and be kept.
Specs at a glance
| Minimum quantity | 200 copies |
|---|---|
| Page count | 16 to 800, even numbers |
| Extras | End papers, dust jacket, cover finishes, slipcase |
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum for hardcover?
200 copies in the instant quote.
Can I add a dust jacket?
Yes. A dust jacket is an option in the quote and is printed from its own PDF.
How long does hardcover printing take?
Longer than paperback. A hardcover run shows about 20 business days of production in the quote, and about 30 from 10,000 copies.