Make your offer clear

Promote a grand opening, seasonal special, new service or upcoming event.

Designed around your brand

Bring your logo and ideas, or let us review your existing postcard artwork.

Order locally, pick up locally

Work with Spectracolor and collect your printed order at our Simi Valley shop.

START WITH THE RIGHT FORMAT

Popular postcard sizes

Choose the space your message needs. Size and finish availability varies by stock.

4 × 6 inches

A familiar, compact format for a focused offer or a simple introduction.

5 × 7 inches

More room for a photo, headline, short message and contact details.

5.5 × 8.5 inches

A larger canvas for service highlights, menus or multiple images.

6 × 9 inches

A generous format for promotions and more detailed campaign messaging.

Additional formats: 4 × 9, 4.25 × 11, 2.75 × 4.25, 3.66 × 4.25, 4.25 × 5.5, 4.25 × 6, 4.25 × 9, 4.5 × 12, 4.75 × 4.75 and 6 × 11 inches, plus other stock-specific options. Tell us your preferred dimensions when requesting a quote.

If you plan to mail your postcards, let us know before the design is finalized so we can confirm a suitable format and layout for that mailing method.

COMPARE STOCKS & FINISHES

Postcard styles for every kind of message

Explore the product examples below. We will confirm available sizes, quantities and finishing combinations for your chosen style.

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14pt Postcards

A versatile everyday cardstock for promotions, coupons and customer updates. Gloss UV, matte and uncoated options vary by size.

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16pt Postcards

A thicker paper option with a broad selection of sizes and finishes, including matte, gloss UV and selected spot UV treatments.

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18pt Postcards

Extra body with an uncoated reverse for writing. A useful option for notes, appointment details or a personal message.

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100lb Gloss Cover

Gloss cover stock for full-color promotional pieces. Ask about available aqueous and satin aqueous finishing options.

White suede finish postcards with a red shoe store logo

Suede

A velvety, scuff-resistant laminate on 16pt stock creates a soft-touch card with approximately 19pt finished thickness.

Blue and white silk finish dental postcards

Silk

Smooth matte lamination on both sides of 16pt stock gives your postcard a refined feel.

Black postcards with raised spot UV promotional designs

Raised Spot UV

Raised clear gloss draws attention to selected logos, lettering or patterns with a finish you can see and feel.

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Raised Foil

Gold, silver or holographic raised foil adds dimension and shine on soft-touch laminated stock.

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Dual Raised

Combine compatible raised embellishments in separate areas for a layered, premium presentation.

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Painted Edge

Ultra-thick 32pt uncoated stock with colorful edges. Available in a 4 × 6-inch format with solid and metallic edge choices.

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Black Edge

32pt stock with a solid black core between bright white outer layers creates a bold, substantial card.

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Hot-Stamped Foil

Metallic foil accents highlight key details. Ask about available foil colors and compatible stocks.

Cream natural stock postcards with botanical designs

Natural

Light cream 14pt stock with 30% post-consumer recycled content for a warm, understated appearance.

Brown kraft postcards with green botanical designs

Brown Kraft

Natural flecks and a rustic brown surface create an organic look. Optional white ink adds contrast to artwork.

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Linen Uncoated

A distinctive woven texture gives announcements, invitations and business promotions a classic feel.

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Pearl

A subtle pearlescent shimmer adds a soft decorative effect to your printed design.

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Waterproof Synthetic

EndurACE 10pt synthetic stock offers a waterproof alternative to paper for more resilient promotional cards.

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Plastic

Waterproof 20pt clear, frosted or white plastic creates a durable card with a distinctive look and feel.

Turquoise dance studio magnetic postcards

Magnetic

Full-color printing on 17pt magnetic stock keeps a useful message on compatible magnetic surfaces.

Gym promotional postcards with perforated tear-off sections

Tear-Off

A perforated section can become a coupon, appointment reminder or response piece while the main message stays intact.

Gloss, matte or a specialty finish?

Gloss UV gives full-color artwork a shiny appearance. Matte and silk create a more subdued surface. Uncoated stock offers a paper feel and can provide a writing area. Suede adds a velvety touch, while spot UV and foil emphasize selected parts of your design.

Need customers to write on the card? Ask about an uncoated reverse, such as the 18pt option. Planning rounded corners, scoring or a tear-off section? Mention that when requesting your quote so the design and stock work together.

WE HELP FROM IDEA TO PRINT

How to order your postcards

1. Share your project

Send your logo, message, quantity, preferred size and deadline. Tell us whether the cards will be handed out or mailed.

2. Compare your options

We help you choose a stock and finish, then confirm pricing and the expected production schedule.

3. Approve the design

Review spelling, contact details, offers and layout before giving artwork approval.

4. Pick up your order

We arrange printing after approval and let you know when your postcards are ready for local pickup.

Postcard printing questions

Can you design my postcards?

Yes. Bring your logo, photos and message. We can help create a custom layout or review artwork you already have.

Can you print both sides?

Yes. Many postcard options offer full-color printing on both sides. Use the front for your main message and the reverse for details, contact information or a mailing layout.

Which postcard size should I choose?

Start with 4 × 6 for a compact message or 5 × 7 for extra space. Larger formats suit service lists and more detailed promotions. For mailing, confirm the size and layout before ordering.

Do you offer waterproof postcards?

Ask about EndurACE synthetic stock or plastic postcards. These offer different looks and handling characteristics from standard paper cards.

How much do postcards cost, and how long do they take?

Pricing and timing depend on quantity, size, stock, finishes and design needs. Request a quote with your deadline so we can confirm the details.

Where can I pick up my postcards?

Pick up at Spectracolor, 2139 Tapo St., Suite 116, Simi Valley, CA 93063. We welcome customers from Moorpark, Thousand Oaks, Westlake Village, Chatsworth and nearby communities.

MORE WAYS TO PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS

Build a consistent look for your business

Make your postcards part of a complete brand presentation. Explore matching print, signs, apparel and practical promotional gifts for your business.

Business Cards

Make every introduction match your postcard design.

Banners

Promote your offers, grand openings and events with custom printed banners.

Yard Signs

Promote your business, special offers and local projects with eye-catching yard signs.

10 × 10 Canopy

Stand out at markets, trade shows and outdoor events with a custom branded canopy.

Custom Printed Shirts

Outfit staff and promote your business with finished printed apparel.

Embroidered Hats

Give your team a coordinated look with custom logo hats.

Vehicle Graphics

Put your logo and message to work around town.

Car Magnets

Turn your vehicle into a removable business display with custom logo car magnets.

Request a postcard printing quote in Simi Valley

Tell us your quantity, size, preferred finish and when you need the cards. If you are unsure where to start, share your goal and we will help you compare suitable options.

If you have any questions, please contact us at 805-581-0722 and ask for Mark or send us email using the contact form below.

If you wish to send us a file to print or for us to look at, please email it to spectracolor@gmail.com

(We will text you back during business hours)

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2139 Tapo St. Ste 116
Simi Valley, CA 93063
805-581-0722

 

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