Button printing

A design is printed on paper and assembled into a promotional pin badge. At PrintSide, availability depends on the product and decoration position you choose.

Example of button printing decoration, supplied by midocean
Button printing example. Image supplied by midocean.

When to choose button printing

Event badges, campaign graphics and colourful promotional buttons. Check the available methods on the product before preparing your design.

Colours and colour count

Full-colour CMYK, including photographs and gradients. White normally comes from the paper base.

The limit applies to a specific decoration position, not necessarily to every position on the item. If brand colour is critical, provide your colour references when requesting a quotation.

How to prepare your artwork

Use the badge template. Keep text and logos inside the visible safe area and extend backgrounds into the required assembly area.

  • Prepare the design at its intended physical size and use the selected product's template where available.
  • For logos, keep an editable vector original; outline fonts or supply the required font information.
  • For photographs, use the original high-resolution image. Enlarging a small image does not restore detail.
  • Confirm accepted upload formats and any minimum line thickness or text size for your chosen product.

What to check before ordering

The paper used in assembly is larger than the visible badge face; do not size artwork only to the face diameter.

The print area, material, item colour and finish can affect the appearance. Follow the care instructions supplied for the decorated product.

Questions about button printing

Can I use this method on any product?

No. Use the methods and positions offered for the selected item. If you are unsure, send us the product reference and your artwork so we can check suitability.

How do I compare alternative methods?

Start with your design: solid colours, photographs, fine details or a textured finish. Then compare the available methods on the item. Read about digital inlay.

Order with PrintSide

Choose your product, check its decoration options and upload your artwork through the customizer. We confirm the design, placement and production details in a print proof before manufacturing. Review spelling, size and position carefully; a screen preview does not show the finished material or reproduce its colours exactly.

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