Carrier Route Targeter
Select Standard carrier routes with live household counts, demographic filters, and USPS postage calculation.
Upload EDDM Artwork
Instant preflight check for USPS postal dimensions, address blocks, and certified postal indicia.
EDDM Design Templates
Proven saturation mail layouts for contractors, dentists, restaurants, and realtors across Standard.
Print, Bundle & Mail
We print on heavy 16pt cardstock, bundle into 100-packs with facing slips, and ship direct to your local post office.
USPS-Approved EDDM Postcard Dimensions & Specs
Engineered to meet strict postal sorting automation standards across Standard, IL:
6.5" x 9" Standard Postcard
USPS Flat Approved • High Impact
Our most popular size nationwide. Ample canvas for large promotions and menus while maximizing postage savings.
6.25" x 11" Oversized Mailer
Long Form • Mailbox Standout
Towering horizontal format that commands recipient attention when pulled from a crowded Standard mailbox.
8.5" x 11" Jumbo Full-Page
Mini-Catalog Presentation
Full magazine-page size. Unfold multi-product sales promotions, medical service menus, or home remodeling guides.
16pt Ultra-Thick Cardstock
Premium Heavyweight Board
Rigid, professional cardstock engineered to resist dog-earing and curling during high-speed automated postal processing.
High-Gloss UV Shield
Liquid UV Protective Barrier
Liquid coating cured under ultraviolet lamps, protecting your artwork against scuffs, moisture, and postal machine belts.
100-Pack Postal Bundling
Facing Slips & Form 3587 Included
Every order is count-verified, precision cross-strapped into 100-packs, labeled with facing slips, and ready for drop-off.
Commercial Printing Standards for Standard, IL
Industrial equipment, sustainable materials, and rigorous quality inspection on every order:
USPS Saturation Coverage Across Standard, IL
Personalized thank-you postcards and handwritten-style note cards mailed to your existing Standard customer base foster loyalty and generate recurring word-of-mouth referral business.
Heavy 16pt Cardstocks & Certified Postal Indicia
Direct mail frequently outperforms digital ads in trust metrics: 76% of consumers report trusting direct mail pieces they receive at home compared to just 43% who trust digital display ads.
Fast Print Turnaround & Direct Post Office Drop
Including a prominent map graphic showing your proximity to major Standard landmarks or highways reassures prospective customers that you are an established, accessible local provider.
3D Interactive Preflight & Address Verification
Our commercial prepress department performs an automated preflight check on all Standard artwork. We inspect bleed margins, safe zones, and CMYK color profiles before a single sheet of paper touches the press, guaranteeing vibrant, razor-sharp output.
Full-Service Postal Bundling, Facing Slips & Form 3587
When launching a saturation marketing campaign in Standard, choosing the right postcard dimensions is essential. Our popular 6.5" x 9" and 6.25" x 11" formats provide ample real estate for bold headlines, full-color photography, coupon vouchers, and direct call-to-action buttons.
Seamless 3-Step Production Workflow
From digital canvas to press-cured finish in 24 to 48 hours:
Select or Upload Design
Pick from 1,000+ templates, generate with AI in 30 seconds, or upload your print-ready PDF/vector artwork.
Interactive 3D Proof
Inspect trim boundaries, bleed margins, and paper finish in realistic 360° before sending your files to press.
Fast Press & Direct Delivery
Printed on commercial Heidelberg offset presses with rapid 24-48h turnaround and express delivery to Standard.
Frequently Asked Questions in Standard, IL
Everything you need to know about specs, turnarounds, and commercial press quality:
What paper stock do you use for postcards mailed in Standard?
We print on heavy 16pt commercial cardstock (or 14pt upon request) with your choice of high-gloss UV coating for vibrant color protection or silk matte finish for an elegant glare-free look.
What postcard sizes are approved by the USPS for EDDM in Standard?
USPS requires EDDM mailers to meet specific 'flat' criteria: longer than 10.5" OR taller than 6.125" OR thicker than 0.25". Our most popular USPS-compliant sizes for Standard campaigns are 6.5" x 9", 6.25" x 11", and 8.5" x 11" jumbo mailers.
Is there a minimum order quantity for an EDDM campaign in Standard?
USPS requires a minimum of 200 postcards (or one full carrier route) per day, up to a maximum of 5,000 cards per day per zip code without an active postal permit. Most Standard business campaigns start between 1,000 and 5,000 homes.
How can I track phone calls and leads from my Standard postcard mailing?
We recommend placing a dedicated local call tracking number on the mailer, along with a custom QR code that directs smartphone recipients to a dedicated campaign landing page with an exclusive offer.
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