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Custom Envelopes
Envelopes are ideal for sending marketing materials, return slips, product information and more. Choose between stock sizes or create a custom size, and brand on both sides with your logo or artwork.
- Custom printing
- 2 colour printing
- Double-sided printing
- Closure options available
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Key features
Specification
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Straight flap
An envelope with a rectangular flap. Due to the large glue area, straight flap envelopes are a secure way to send heavier items. - V
V-flap
An envelope with a triangular flap. The v-shaped flap gives the envelope an elegant finish whilst also securing what’s inside. Ideal for greeting cards or marketing materials. - G
Gummed
Gummed adhesive requires activation by water contact. Before activation gummed adhesive is not sticky making the envelopes easy to transport and store. To use gummed adhesive, simply activate with water and fold the flap of the envelope down to secure it. - Ps
Pressure sensitive adhesive
Commonly used on envelopes packed by a machine. The pressure sensitive adhesive does not need water or heat to activate. To seal, simply fold the flap down. - Sp
Single peel & seal
One strip of adhesive covered with a fibre-based backing paper. To seal an envelope with single peel & seal, simply remove the backing paper and fold down the flap. - Dp
Double peel & seal
Two strips of adhesive covered with fibre-based backing paper. A double peel & seal makes returns easy for your customers. We recommend a double peel & seal for larger envelopes. - Ss
Standard sizes
Standard envelope sizes are useful for pairing with cards and are suitable for most needs. - Cs
Custom sizing
Choose any height and width within the minimum and maximum size range. Custom sizing is great for creating bespoke envelopes, and you can pair them with a custom-sized card. Minimum size: 140x140mm, maximum size: 680x478 - Wp
White paper
FSC certified, bleached paper is made from virgin pulp. White paper is the best choice for printing bold, bright designs or flood printing. - Bp
Brown paper
FSC certified, unbleached paper made from virgin pulp. Brown paper is more sustainable than white paper as it doesn’t involve the bleaching process. Colours may appear slightly muted because of its brown colour. - Wr
White recycled paper
FSC certified, this bleached recycled paper is made from recycled paper pulp. It’s more sustainable than using virgin materials but is often more expensive. - Br
Brown recycled paper
FSC certified, this paper is made from recycled paper pulp. It’s more sustainable than using virgin materials but is often more expensive. - 1
100gsm
One of the most common envelope thicknesses. 100gsm (standard) envelopes are durable and cost-effective, suitable for shipping documents or smaller brochures. - 1
150gsm
A thicker paper stock, 150gsm (premium) envelopes create a more premium feel as well as offering more protection. Ideal for shipping heavier items. - 2
200gsm
The thickest and most durable option. 200gsm (luxury) paper is stiffer than other options so we don’t recommend choosing it for smaller envelope sizes. - Wv
Water-based varnish
Protects your envelopes from rain and spillages but doesn't make them waterproof. It also prevents the envelope’s colour from fading. A water-based varnish doesn't affect recyclability. - Su
Spot UV varnish
Spot UV is a varnish applied to specific areas of a design. Can be applied on top of a printed area or straight on the paper itself. Ideal for highlighting important design elements such as logos and text. - Pt
Print toner
Used for digital printing. - Si
Soy-based inks
Made with soy as their primary base, these inks are designed for offset printing. More sustainable than solvent-based inks. - Ui
UV inks
UV ink is a fast-drying alternative to solvent-based inks. UV ink can be printed on a wide range of materials and creates a vibrant finish. Used in combination with offset printing.
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FAQs
We aim to provide a quote within one working day. Please note that depending on the information you submit, we may need some extra information before we can send you a quote - please provide as much information as possible for faster turnaround.
Envelopes are suitable for a wide range of uses; from sending small soft items and marketing materials to returns slips and product information. With Sourceful, you can create custom-sized envelopes to meet any need.
Yes. You can choose one of the standard sizes below or create a custom size. If you’re creating a custom size, you can use Royal Mail’s guidelines.
Letter
DL: 110 x 220mm
DL+: 114 x 229mm
C7: 84 x 114mm
C6: 162 x 114mm
Large letter
C5: 162 x 229mm
C4: 229 x 324mm
C3: 324 x 458mm
*Dimensions are HxW
Envelope sizes are designed to fit the equivalent paper size. For example, a C4 envelope fits an unfolded A4 size piece of paper. A C5 envelope fits an A5 piece of paper.
A DL envelope is commonly associated with being a letter envelope. It fits an A4 piece of paper folded into thirds.
Standard envelopes are 100gsm. 100gsm is a similar thickness to the envelopes commonly sent via post.
Premium envelopes are 150gsm. These envelopes are thicker and sturdier which gives a more premium feel and provides more protection during transit. We recommend using premium envelopes if you’re shipping items in a large envelope.
Extra premium envelopes are 200gsm. These envelopes are the most durable, but because the paper is relatively stiff, we don't recommend using this thickness for small envelopes.
You can choose full colour printing, which is ideal for vibrant, multi-coloured designs and images, or up to six Pantone colours. You can print on both sides of the envelope.
If you want an envelope in a particular colour, we recommend you choose the white paper option and then add a flood colour to the artwork. Flood printing is the process of printing a colour over the entire surface of a material.
Adding a water-based varnish will protect your envelopes from water damage. Or you can add a UV varnish to create a high gloss, professional finish.
If you need a particular style of envelope that isn’t listed, please select the ‘other’ option in the inquiry form.
If you need a particular paper that isn’t listed, please select the ‘other’ option in the inquiry form.
Lead times vary based on design, cost and the transport option you choose. Typically, envelopes are designed, produced and delivered between one and twelve weeks.
MOQ stands for Minimum Order Quantity. The guideline MOQ is 1,000 units. The exact MOQ will depend on the final approved dimensions of your packaging.