Edge printed books
Gyomai Kner Printing Co. Ltd. is now offering edge printing services, making it possible to give books a truly unique appearance. Thanks to innovative digital technology, patterns, graphics, lettering, or even full illustrations can be printed onto the edges of the book block. The vibrant, highly detailed edge prints provide a striking visual experience and elevate the appearance of books to a new level. This process is ideal for decorating limited editions, gift books, art albums, or exclusive series. Edge printing offers publishers and authors an excellent opportunity to make their publications truly memorable. Books produced with this technique enhance the value and atmosphere of the content, becoming genuine collector’s items that leave a lasting visual impression on readers.
FAQ
Edge printing is a contemporary book decoration technique in which text, patterns, or even painterly, illustration-like images are printed onto the trimmed edges of a book’s pages.
Almost any pattern can be realized—from simple color gradients and delicate ornaments to fully wrapping, three-dimensional–effect motifs. Thanks to digital printing, the design can be fully customized, even for individual copies.
Edge printing is an excellent choice for premium publications, limited editions, art albums, gift books, and special or deluxe editions. It is also increasingly used to enhance corporate publications, yearbooks, and portfolios.
Edge printing not only adds aesthetic value to a book but also functions as a branding tool: it helps the publication stand out from the crowd, enhances its sense of exclusivity, and leaves a lasting impression on the reader.
