Your business card is often the first physical impression you make. Print Haus delivers premium business card printing in Melbourne, with delivery Australia wide, backed by an extensive range of paper stocks, finishes, and custom options that go well beyond a standard card. From foil stamping and spot UV through to soft touch lamination, edge painting, and die-cut shapes, we produce business cards that reflect the quality and professionalism of your brand.
In professional settings, a business card is exchanged at the moment of introduction. A well-designed card printed on quality stock with a premium finish communicates attention to detail and reinforces confidence in the brand or individual. A thin, poorly printed card does the opposite. Investing in quality business card printing is one of the most cost-effective branding decisions a professional or business can make, given the low cost per unit relative to the impression it creates.
The finish on your business card is as important as the design. Below is a full guide to the premium finish options available through Print Haus:
| Finish | Effect | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Gloss Lamination | High-shine, vibrant surface that makes colours pop | Bold colour schemes and image-heavy or photo-based designs |
| Matte Lamination | Smooth, non-reflective surface with a clean, premium look | Understated, professional designs and dark colour palettes |
| Soft Touch Lamination | Velvety, tactile surface with a luxury feel in the hand | Luxury brands, executive professionals, and premium positioning |
| Spot UV | Glossy coating applied selectively over specific design elements | Highlighting logos, text accents, or decorative graphic elements |
| Foil Stamping | Metallic foil in gold, silver, or custom colours applied to artwork | Prestige brands, premium professionals, and luxury positioning |
| Edge Painting | Coloured ink applied to the card edges for a distinctive detail | Bold, creative card designs where stand-out is the priority |
| Embossing / Debossing | Raised or recessed texture pressed into the card surface | Adding tactile depth and a premium, crafted feel to key elements |
For businesses ordering cards alongside signage for a shopfront or office, see our corporate signage options.
If you are also looking for supporting sales and presentation materials to accompany your business cards, our presentation folder printing
page covers the full range of corporate folder options available, from standard 2-pocket folders through to custom die-cut and foil-finished designs.
If your business also needs corporate stationery beyond cards, our brochure printing services cover capability statements and leave-behind materials in the same premium stocks.
A box of 500 business cards typically costs less than a single hour of a professional’s billable time, yet it is often the last physical object a new contact keeps after a meeting, conference, or introduction. Because the cost per unit is so low relative to how long a card stays in circulation, upgrading from a standard stock to a 350 gsm or heavier card with lamination is one of the few marketing decisions that pays for itself on the first meeting where it makes an impression.
We supply businesses that reorder cards every time a team member joins, a phone number changes, or a service offering expands, which is why we keep prior specifications on file. With delivery Australia wide, interstate team members can be issued cards that match head office exactly, without a separate supplier managing a different stock or finish.
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The standard Australian business card size is 90 mm x 55 mm, which is consistent with international standard card sizing. We also offer square cards (85 mm x 85 mm), mini cards, and fully custom die-cut shapes for clients who want something different from the standard format.
Matte lamination and soft touch lamination are the two most requested finishes for professional and corporate business cards, largely because both give a non-reflective, premium surface that photographs and scans well when a card is shared or filed. Gloss lamination remains the top choice for design-led or colour-heavy cards where vibrancy matters more than a subdued finish. Foil stamping is the most requested upgrade for executive and luxury positioning where budget allows for a metallic accent.
Standard business card runs start from 50 to 100 cards, depending on the finish selected. Premium finishes such as foil stamping, spot UV, or edge painting generally carry a slightly higher minimum due to the additional production setup involved. If you need a very small trial batch to test a new design before a larger reorder, let our team know and we will confirm what is achievable.
Yes. A digital proof is provided for every business card order before it goes to print, so you can check layout, colour, and text accuracy. For premium finishes such as foil stamping or edge painting, we recommend confirming placement and colour choice at proof stage, since these finishes are harder to adjust once a full run has started.
Print-ready PDF is the preferred format, supplied at 300 dpi in CMYK colour mode with a 3 mm bleed on all sides. Fonts should be embedded or converted to outlines to avoid substitution errors. If you are working with foil stamping, spot UV, or die-cut shapes, these elements need to be supplied on a separate marked layer so our production team can set up the correct plates or dies.
Our OPM service is the perfect solution for your repeat orders. There is no limit to what artwork can be uploaded such as stationery, business cards, or any products which may require custom editing.
