Rudra Graphics

THESIS & DISSERTATION BINDING FAQ

BINDING FAQ
What paper is used for thesis binding?
The standard paper we use is 100 gsm top quality satinated white paper (ISO14001)

How should I prepare my thesis?
For best results please ensure that your paper is in good condition, flat and without folded corners

What is the difference between hard, soft and simple binding?
A hard bound book has the pages sewn together and a cover made of hard board covered in cloth
A soft bound book has the pages glued together and covered in cloth, like a paperback book
Simple binding has the pages glued together, with a see-through plastic on the front, card on the back and a strip on the spine

What does “perfect bound” mean?
Perfect bound is another name for a soft bound book. No stitching at all

Do you offer spiral binding?
No. We offer simple binding which has the pages glued together and a strip on the spine, instead of the spiral. Spiral binding weakens the book because of the hole punching

Why is there extra cost for binding a book which is over 200 or 300 pages?
We charge extra as there is more work involved

What lettering should be embossed on the spine and the front of the hard/ soft cover?
Most universities have their own specifications regarding the lettering. Unless there are not strict requirements, the standard is “Degree, Name and Year” on the spine and “Title of dissertation and Name” on the front. Please be aware that this may vary

Can pages be changed after the binding is completed?
Yes, but it depends on how many. A few present no problem. A large amount are difficult to disguise and a reprint would be the best option. We charge £2 a page for changes

How long does a 2 hour binding service take?
Well, the binding takes 2 hours, but does not include the printing time

Are you open at weekends?
Yes. We are open 24X7.

Can you do a quicker service than 2 hours?
Generally yes, but you will need to contact us first

Will you check that my pages for binding are in order?
Yes, if we do the printing. No if you have it printed yourself. If we see something wrong with the printing you have supplied, we will contact you.

What is the difference between embossing lettering on the spine upwards and downwards?
Examples:

Collis Bird & Withey : Spine Lettering

PRINTING FAQ
Why has it got to be a pdf file?
A pdf file is an image so the formatting does not change as opposed to Word that can change the format

Why has the document got to be saved in a single file?
To avoid any confusion with the order of the document. If the file is too big to be attached to the email, you can use dropbox, yousendit, etc,to send it to us

Does the binding price include printing costs?
Binding prices do not include printing costs (every dissertation has got a different number of pages we have to print; also there is a price difference between colour and b&w pages)

Is the printing time included in the binding time?
No, please allow between 30 minutes to 1 hour on top of the binding time (this may vary during busy periods)

Can you print double sided?
Yes, we can

If I need a double sided printing am I charged for just 1 page or 2?
You will have to pay for 2 pages. Although is one sheet of paper we print on both sides of the sheet.

Can we print in different kind of papers? Like glossy, matt, etc.
Yes, we can. Please contact us for further information of the different types of paper. We can print from 80 gsm to 150 gsm whether is matt or glossy on A4.