Square Booklet Printing UK

Square booklet printing for lookbooks, brand brochures, menus, portfolios and premium publications. Our square format stands out immediately from standard A4 and A5 booklets — the symmetrical shape feels distinctive in the hand and photographs exceptionally well. Printed full colour throughout, saddle stitched, with a choice of luxury cover finishes. From just 10 copies with free UK delivery.

Square booklet specifications

SpecificationDetail
Finished sizes210 × 210mm or 148 × 148mm
BindingSaddle stitched (staple bound)
Page counts8, 12, 16, 20, 24, 28, 32, 36, 40, 44 pages
Inner paper170 GSM gloss silk (full colour throughout)
Recommended inner200 GSM silk
Cover stock300 GSM card
Recommended cover finishMatt lamination — premium look and feel
Other cover finishesUnlaminated, gloss, velvet, anti-scuff, leather lamination
Minimum quantity10 copies
DeliveryFree next-day UK delivery on all orders

What are square booklets used for?

The square format works especially well for visually-led content where the shape reinforces the brand or the subject matter. Popular uses include:

  • Fashion and clothing lookbooks
  • Photography and creative portfolios
  • Premium restaurant, bar and hotel menus
  • Art and design studio brochures
  • Property developer marketing brochures
  • Wedding stationery and welcome booklets
  • Product launch brochures and press kits
  • Music and album programme booklets

Which square booklet size should I choose?

SizeDimensionsBest for
Large square (most popular)210 × 210mmLookbooks, menus, portfolios, brand brochures
Small square148 × 148mmCompact booklets, gift guides, product inserts

Cover finish options

FinishLook & feelBest for
Matt lamination (recommended)Smooth, sophisticated, no glareLookbooks, premium brochures — the most popular choice for square booklets
Gloss laminationHigh shine, vibrant coloursProduct brochures, menus
Velvet laminationSoft-touch luxury feelUltra-premium brand books
UnlaminatedNatural gloss paper finishBudget-friendly option
Anti-scuff laminationDurable matte finishHigh-use brochures
Leather laminationTextured premium finishLuxury presentations

Square booklet artwork guide

Supply your artwork as a multi-page PDF in reading order. Your file should be:

  • 300 DPI resolution
  • CMYK colour mode (not RGB)
  • 3mm bleed on all outside edges
  • All fonts embedded or outlined
  • Trim size for 210mm square: 210 × 210mm + 3mm bleed = 216 × 216mm supply size
  • Trim size for 148mm square: 148 × 148mm + 3mm bleed = 154 × 154mm supply size

Download our free square booklet template or email your file to us before ordering and we’ll check it at no charge.

Design options

  1. Upload print ready artwork — supply your PDF and we go straight to print after a free artwork check
  2. Design online — use our free online design tool with square booklet templates
  3. Free design service — our in-house team designs your square booklet for free with unlimited revisions

Turnaround times

OptionProductionDelivery
Standard7 working daysFree next-day UK delivery
Express3–5 working daysFree next-day UK delivery
Next day dispatch1 working dayFree next-day UK delivery

Frequently asked questions

What sizes are available for square booklets?

We offer two square booklet sizes: 210 × 210mm (large, most popular) and 148 × 148mm (small). Need a different square dimension? Contact us for a custom quote.

What cover finish is best for square booklets?

We recommend matt lamination for square booklets — it gives a premium, clean look that suits the format well. Velvet lamination is also very popular for luxury lookbooks and fashion brochures.

How many pages can a square booklet have?

Square booklets are available from 8 to 44 pages, in multiples of 4. For larger page counts, contact us for a custom perfect bound quote.

What is the minimum order for square booklet printing?

The minimum order is 10 copies. No setup fees, and free UK delivery is included on every order.

Are square booklets more expensive than A5?

Square booklets are priced similarly to A5. The slight price difference reflects the custom cutting involved. Configure your options at checkout to see live pricing and compare.

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