Hardback Books
Product Details
Hardback book printing from Printster.in delivers a rigid, durable case-bound volume — the gold standard for coffee-table books, commemorative editions, academic dissertations, and high-value corporate publications.
Specifications
- Binding: Case binding (hardbound) with 2–3 mm grey board under printed cover wrap
- Cover finish: Gloss lamination, matte lamination, or soft-touch lamination
- Interior paper: 90–130 GSM coated or uncoated, B&W or full colour
- Optional: ribbon bookmark, headband and tailband, gold/silver foil stamping on spine
- Sizes: A4, A5, B5, square (210×210 mm), or custom
Best Uses
- Coffee-table photography and art books
- Corporate anniversary and prestige publications
- Academic theses and dissertations
- Children's picture books requiring durability
- Limited-edition author copies
Every hardback order is hand-inspected before dispatch. Upload your print-ready PDF and configure your specs online. Delivered across India. Get an instant quote at Printster.in.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can order as few as 1 copy of a hardback (case-bound) book, which makes it perfect for commemorative editions, family histories, coffee-table books, and author copies before a larger print run.
Hardback books use a rigid case-bound cover made from thick board wrapped in printed paper or cloth, giving a premium, durable finish. Paperbacks use a flexible cover glued directly to the spine. Hardbacks are heavier but offer a longer shelf life and a prestigious look.
Common sizes include A5 (148 × 210 mm), A4 (210 × 297 mm), and square formats (e.g. 210 × 210 mm or 280 × 280 mm). Custom sizes may be available on request; check the product configurator for current options.
Yes, hardback books can be printed with full-colour interiors on 130 GSM or 170 GSM coated art paper, or with black-and-white interiors on 70 GSM or 90 GSM uncoated paper. You can mix text and photo sections by discussing your layout with the Printster team.
Printster.in is a print-on-demand and short-run printing service; obtaining an ISBN is the author's responsibility through a publisher or a self-publishing ISBN registry. Printster prints the book once you supply a print-ready PDF and cover file with your ISBN barcode included.