Print Playing Cards — Short Runs to Full Production
We print playing cards and card games at our Orlando, Florida facility — prototypes, Kickstarter fulfillment runs, retail production, and everything between. Same press, same stock, same quality control regardless of order size.
- Minimum
- 15 decks
- Turnaround
- 2–4 weeks
- Printed in
- Orlando, FL
- 15 to 10,000+
One quote tool covers prototype runs and full production.
- Any card count
Standard 54-card decks or a 300-card game — we cut to your spec.
- Digital proof
Nothing runs until you have approved a proof of every printed surface.
- Free file review
Prepress checks bleed, DPI, and color before scheduling.
Everything that shapes your deck — stock, size, finish, packaging, and the file you send us.
Can you print a small run of playing cards?
Yes — our production minimum is 15 decks. Most printers push short runs onto digital equipment with different color and stock than their production line, which means your prototype does not match your final order. We run the same stock and the same press at every quantity, so what you approve at 15 decks is what arrives at 5,000.
That matters most for game designers testing a prototype before a crowdfunding campaign. See the Kickstarter creator guide for how to sequence prototype, campaign, and fulfillment runs.
What sizes and card counts can you print?
Standard poker (2.5 × 3.5 in), bridge (2.25 × 3.5 in), oracle, jumbo, mini, and custom dies. Card count per deck is open — a 54-card standard deck, a 108-card matching game, or a 300-card expansion all run the same way.
The playing card sizes guide covers the dimensional tradeoffs if you have not locked a format yet.
How much do custom playing cards cost?
Cost depends on four things: quantity, card stock, card size, and packaging. Because those combinations change the number meaningfully, we do not publish a flat price list on this page — the quote tool prices your exact configuration in about thirty seconds.
Enter your deck count, pick a stock, and the calculator returns real per-deck and total pricing along with a downloadable quote. There is no obligation, and every quote includes a free file review before anything goes to press.
What file format do you need for printing?
Print-ready PDF is ideal. AI and 300 DPI PNG also work. Every file needs 1/8 inch bleed on all four sides and any critical artwork kept 1/8 inch inside the trim line so the die does not clip it.
Download the correct dieline from our templates page first — building to the template is the single biggest thing that keeps a job from bouncing back at prepress.
Do you print the boxes as well as the cards?
Yes. Tuck boxes print on 350 GSM C2S coated stock with optional foil, spot UV, soft-touch lamination, and embossing. Rigid boxes and sleeves are available for premium and retail-facing products.
Shrink wrapping, cello wrapping, and custom seals can all be added at the fulfillment stage.
Playing card printing specifications
The production baseline for every run, from a 15-deck prototype to full retail volume.
| Specification | Standard |
|---|---|
| Sizes | Poker 2.5 × 3.5 in · Bridge 2.25 × 3.5 in · oracle · jumbo · mini · custom die |
| Bleed | 1/8 in on all four sides; safe zone 1/8 in inside trim |
| Resolution | 300 DPI minimum, CMYK |
| File formats | Print-ready PDF preferred; AI and 300 DPI PNG accepted |
| Card count | Any — 54-card decks through 300+ card games |
| Paper stocks | 300 GSM smooth black-core, 310 GSM black-core linen |
| Plastic stock | 100% plastic — washable, tear-resistant |
| Packaging | 350 GSM C2S tuck box, rigid two-piece boxes, printed sleeves |
| Minimum run | 15 decks |
| Turnaround | About 2–3 weeks from proof approval |
| Facility | Orlando, Florida, USA |
Which run size fits your project?
| Run size | Typical use | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 15–50 decks | Prototype, playtest, wedding favors, personal gift | Production stock and press, lowest total cost of entry |
| 100–500 decks | Trade shows, small retail launch, club or league decks | Best balance of per-deck price and inventory risk |
| 1,000–5,000 decks | Crowdfunding fulfillment, retail production | Meaningful per-deck savings; plan packaging early |
| 5,000+ decks | National promotion, ongoing retail SKU | Volume pricing and scheduled release shipping |
Every tier prints on the same press and the same stock, so a 15-deck prototype matches the production run it precedes.
How to print playing cards with us
The path from a file on your desktop to finished decks on a pallet.
Lock your format
Decide card size, card count per deck, and packaging. If you are unsure, start with poker size and a standard tuck box — it is the most forgiving combination.
Build to the dieline
Download the correct template from our templates page and export a print-ready PDF at 300 DPI in CMYK with 1/8 in bleed.
Get your printing price
Run your spec through the quote tool for instant per-deck and total pricing plus a downloadable written quote.
Free prepress review
We check every file for bleed, resolution, color space, and safe-zone violations before scheduling, and fix minor issues at no charge.
Proof, press, ship
Approve the digital proof, then the job runs on our production line and ships from Orlando — typically 2–3 weeks after approval.
See your price
Pricing depends on your quantity, stock, size, and packaging. The quote tool prices your exact configuration and gives you a written quote to download — no sales call required.
Build My QuoteFrequently asked questions
- What is the smallest playing card print run you accept?
- 15 decks, printed on the same production press and stock as our largest runs.
- How long does it take to print playing cards?
- Roughly two to three weeks from proof approval for standard configurations. Foil, gilding, and custom dies add time; rush scheduling is available on most jobs.
- Do you print card games, not just standard decks?
- Yes. Any card count, any size — board game components, TCGs, party games, and educational decks all run on the same line.
- How do I get printing pricing?
- Configure your run in the quote tool. It returns per-deck and total pricing for your exact spec and produces a downloadable written quote.