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Thumb Cut Calendars

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Thumb Cut Calendars

Branded calendars and planners that keep you on your customers' desks all year.

From £34.99

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Questions & answers

Thumb Cut Calendars: your questions answered

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Quick answers

What is a thumb cut calendar?

It is a wire-bound wall calendar with a thumb cut, which is a curved notch at the binding edge, plus a hanging loop. The notch lets the loop sit neatly through the pages so the calendar hangs straight on a hook or nail. Both features come as standard here. See the whole calendars and planners range to compare styles.

How many pages does a thumb cut calendar have?

The Total Pages dropdown gives two choices, 28 or 16. Build your artwork to the number you select, counting the cover. If you need help working out which months go on which pages, or you want a different page count, contact the team before you order.

How much do thumb cut calendars cost?

A single calendar starts at £34.99 on the cheapest combination of options, the lowest starting price in our calendar range, and 100 cost £332.74 on the same basis. The size, paper, cover, page count and lamination you pick set the live price shown in the configurator. Larger or custom runs go through Get a Quote.

How fast can thumb cut calendars be made?

Production typically takes around 3 working days. That is a guide rather than a promise, and delivery time is added unless you collect from Manchester. It makes this one of the quickest calendars to turn around in our range, alongside Wiro Bound Drilled Calendars.

Which wire colour should I choose?

Pick Black, Silver or White in the Wire Colour dropdown. Black suits dark or bold designs, White blends with a light cover, and Silver sits well with either. The wire is visible at the binding edge, so match it to your cover artwork. Our calendar printing Manchester page has more on calendar finishing.

What sizes are thumb cut calendars available in?

Six sizes: A4 Portrait, A4 Landscape, A5 Portrait, A5 Landscape, 210mm Square and 148mm Square. A4 gives the most space for photos and notes, while the A5 and 148mm Square sizes suit kitchens, compact spaces and gifts sent in an envelope. For bespoke dimensions, use the quote form.

Can I collect thumb cut calendars or have them delivered?

Both. Pick them up from Unit 3, 116 Bury New Road, Manchester M8 8EB, or choose UK delivery and see its cost at checkout before you pay. The Greater Manchester towns we work in are listed on areas we cover.

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Should I choose 250gsm or 170gsm paper?

170gsm Art Paper Silk Finish is the standard specification; 250gsm Art Paper Silk Finish is the heavier option. Go heavier when the calendar is a client gift or will be handled a lot through the year. The price updates when you switch, so compare both. For speciality covers such as Pearl Icewhite 300gsm, see Promotional Calendars.

What does soft touch lamination add?

Soft touch is a lamination named for its soft, matt feel in the hand. It is part of the standard specification here as Both Sides (Soft Touch), but you can switch to One Side (Soft Touch), gloss, matt or None in the Lamination dropdown. Each change shows up in the live price straight away.

Which cover material is the heaviest?

350gsm Art Board Silk Finish is the heaviest cover in the list, followed by 300gsm Premium Smooth White Paper and the two 250gsm Art Papers in Silk or Gloss. A heavier cover gives the front page more body while the calendar hangs. Compare the cover options on Wiro Bound Drilled Calendars too.

Can I skip lamination altogether?

Yes, None is one of the seven Lamination options. Unlaminated pages keep the natural Silk surface of the paper, which some buyers prefer if people will be writing appointments on the calendar. Every other setting, from One Side (Matt) to Both Sides (Gloss), adds a finish on top.

Is A4 Portrait or A4 Landscape better?

Portrait suits a tall photo above a month grid and fits narrow wall spaces such as beside a door. Landscape gives wide images more room and suits panoramic views or group shots of a whole team. Choose based on the photographs you plan to use. For a single large print to match, see our poster printing service.

What does the hanging loop go over?

The loop is there to go over a hook, nail or pin on the wall. It comes on every thumb cut calendar as part of the fixed Calendar Hanging Option, Thumb Cut and Hanging Loop, so there is nothing extra to add at checkout. If you need a calendar that stands on a desk instead, compare Desk Calendars.

Can I pick a square calendar?

Yes, two square sizes are listed: 210mm Square and the more compact 148mm Square. Square formats work well for illustrations, patterns or logo-led artwork that is roughly square to begin with. The 148mm size also fits a kitchen wall or office pinboard where space is tight.

Does the 16-page option cost less than 28?

Total Pages is part of the price, so changing it changes the total. Set the other dropdowns first, then switch between 16 and 28 to see the difference in the live price. Choose the count that matches the artwork you have planned rather than adjusting your design afterwards.

What does a run of 500 thumb cut calendars cost?

On the cheapest combination, 500 thumb cut calendars cost £1,150.73 and 1000 cost £2,173.22, while a run of 50 starts at £230.50. Your choice of size, paper, cover, page count, wire colour and lamination decides the real figure, and the configurator updates it live.

How many thumb cut calendars can I order at once?

Anything from 1 to 20 one at a time, then 25, 50 and 75, then 100 and every 50 up to 400, then 500 to 1000 in hundreds. For more than 1000, or a number between the steps, ask through the contact page.

How do I lay out artwork around the thumb cut?

Keep important content away from the binding edge, where the wire and the thumb cut sit, because that area is punched and cut. A print-ready PDF at the finished size, with the pages in order, is the safest format. If you would rather not handle it, the design service can do it. Read more on our calendar printing page.

Can I put a different photo on each month?

Yes, every page is your own artwork, so each month can carry its own photo, illustration or message. Seasonal shots, product photos or staff pictures all work. If you want one of the images printed larger for the office, look at Indoor Posters.

What do I send for the Professional artwork and design service?

Send your logo, colours, the starting month and year, and any photos you want used, plus key dates such as open days or holidays. The service fee is shown at the artwork step before you pay. Branded A5 notebooks can carry the same design as the calendar.

What is the ordering process?

Work through the dropdowns: size, paper type, lamination, cover material, total pages, wire colour and quantity. The price refreshes after each change. Choose whether to supply artwork or use the design service, add to cart, and pay by Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay or Google Pay through Stripe at checkout. See the print shop for anything else.

Can I order a single calendar before a bigger run?

Yes. The quantity starts at 1, so you can order one copy to see the size, cover and wire colour in person before placing a larger order. It is a sensible step when the calendar is going out to hundreds of clients and you want to be sure of the finish.

Who makes the thumb cut calendars?

WEB PRINT & SIGNS LIMITED produces them in Manchester. The company has traded since 2003 and offers print, signs, websites and SEO. You can reach the team on 0161 315 1151 or hello@webprintsigns.co.uk. More background is on the about page.

Is collecting quicker than delivery?

Usually, yes. Production is around 3 working days, and a collected order skips the delivery leg, so picking up from the Manchester studio is often the fastest route. Call 0161 315 1151 before you travel to make sure the calendars are ready for you.

Can thumb cut calendars be delivered UK-wide?

Yes, delivery is available to addresses across the UK, and its price shows at checkout once you enter your address. Production time comes first, then the delivery time. For a list of the areas we regularly work in, see areas we cover.

Who uses thumb cut calendars?

Community groups, charities, schools, clubs and local businesses order them as gifts, fundraisers or for internal planning. Because you can order one copy or a thousand, they suit both a family photo calendar and a company-wide giveaway. For other branded items, see our promotional products.

Are thumb cut calendars good for a late order?

With production of around 3 working days, they are one of the quicker options in the range, which helps when December is close. Delivery time still needs adding. If you have more time and want a calendar on a stand rather than a wall, compare Desk Calendars.

Do thumb cut calendars work for sports clubs?

Yes. Team photos for each month, fixture dates and sponsor logos make a calendar members want to buy. Giving sponsors a month each can help cover the print cost. Complete the club look with custom printed T-shirts for players and supporters.

What pairs well with a thumb cut calendar?

A calendar on the wall and a notepad on the desk keep your name in sight twice over. Our notepad printing service and custom printed mugs both work well with a calendar in the same branding.