What paper do you use for posters and how do you ship them?

Posters are printed on professional semi-gloss poster paper. Most posters ship in a sturdy mail tube to keep them safe during delivery.

What paper do you print posters on?

Our posters are printed on professional semi-gloss poster paper — designed to deliver vibrant, saturated colors with sharp detail. The semi-gloss finish gives a premium look without heavy glare, so the artwork reads well from any angle. The slight sheen brings out depth in photography and rich tones in illustrations.

Will the colors look vibrant and sharp?

Yes — the semi-gloss paper holds color exceptionally well, with deep blacks, clean whites, and saturated mid-tones. Detail-heavy designs (photography, dense illustration, fine typography) print sharp and clean. The paper choice is the same one used by professional print labs for gallery and museum-quality reproductions.

Will the poster stick to glass when framed?

No — the semi-gloss surface is designed not to stick to glass. Many fully-glossy posters fuse to glass over time when humidity changes, causing damage when you try to remove them. Our semi-gloss finish stays separate from the glass, so you can frame, reframe, or rotate posters without damaging the print.

What sizes are available, and what's the minimum order?

Posters are available in standard sizes (small to large format) and any custom dimension you need. The online minimum is 1 poster per design — order a single piece for a personal print, or larger runs for retail signage and event displays. Type any dimensions into the calculator and pricing updates instantly.

How are posters shipped, and how fast?

Posters take 2 business days in production after proof approval. Standard shipping is USPS First Class / Ground (3-5 business days), free on every order. Posters ship rolled in a sturdy mailing tube — this protects the print from creasing during transit and is the standard method for posters at any size. Flat shipping is available on request for smaller posters when you want them ready to frame on arrival. Faster options at checkout: USPS Priority ($10), UPS 2nd Day ($25), UPS Overnight ($40).

Are these posters suitable for outdoor use?

Our standard semi-gloss posters are designed for indoor use — galleries, retail walls, offices, bedrooms, event signage. The paper isn't waterproof and direct rain or sunlight will eventually fade or warp it. For outdoor signage, we recommend our vinyl options (custom stickers, clear stickers, or static cling) which are weather-resistant.

Will I see a proof before you print?

Yes — free digital proof before any printing. You'll see your design at the actual poster size, with crop marks where applicable. Color on screen vs print can vary slightly (monitors emit light, paper reflects it), and we'll match colors as closely as the print process allows. You can request unlimited revisions until you approve.

What file format should I upload?

Vector files (.AI, .EPS, .PDF) give the sharpest result on large prints. High-resolution JPG, PNG, HEIC, or TIFF (300 DPI at print size) also work well. Phone photos can work for smaller posters but check resolution — at large sizes, low-res phone images may appear blurry. Our designer will check your file and let you know if there are any quality concerns before printing.