Painted Edge Business Cards
32 pt painted edge business cards — two bonded 16 pt sheets with a color painted along the 0.032" edge, so the card shows a stripe of brand color from every angle.
Standard trim is 3.5" x 2" with 0.125" bleed. Edge colors are hand-applied after bonding, which is why painted edge cards need a few extra days over standard stock. Pair a soft-touch or uncoated face with a contrasting edge for the strongest effect.
| Stock | Caliper | Edge | Feel | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32 pt painted edge | 0.032" | Painted color edge | Rigid slab, thicker than a credit card | Luxury, design, hospitality, statement cards |
| 32 pt plain edge | 0.032" | Natural white core | Same rigidity, quieter look | Premium cards without the color pop |
| 18 pt | 0.018" | Plain | Stiff, resists bending in a wallet | Client-facing professionals |
| 16 pt | 0.016" | Plain | The industry default | Most businesses, most of the time |
| 30 mil PVC | 0.030" | Plain plastic | Exactly like a credit card, waterproof | Membership, VIP and NFC cards |
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Frequently asked questions
- What are painted edge business cards?
- They are thick bonded cards — usually 32 pt built from two 16 pt sheets — with a color painted along the exposed edge. The result is a visible stripe of color around the whole card that you cannot get by printing alone.
- How thick is a 32 pt painted edge card?
- 32 pt is 0.032 inch, about double a standard 16 pt card and slightly thicker than a credit card. That thickness is what makes the painted edge wide enough to notice.
- What edge colors are available?
- Common choices are black, white, red, blue, gold and metallic tones. If you need an edge matched to a brand color, send the reference with your quote request and we will confirm the closest match before printing.
- How much do painted edge business cards cost?
- Painted edge cards run several times the price of a standard 16 pt card because the stock is bonded and the edge is applied by hand. Pricing drops sharply with quantity — check the price on the product for your run size, or request a quote.
- How long do painted edge cards take?
- Plan on roughly 6-8 business days after proof approval, with rush options on some runs. Bonding and edge painting are manual steps, so these cards take longer than standard 14 pt or 16 pt stock.
- Can I add foil or spot UV to a painted edge card?
- Yes. Foil stamping, spot UV and soft-touch lamination all pair well with a painted edge, and the thicker bonded stock handles heavy treatments without curling.