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Print is not just about looking good. It is about guiding attention, delivering information in sequence, and creating a format people actually interact with. A concertina fold does exactly that, whether we print it on card or as lighter concertina folded leaflets.
At Ex Why Zed, we produce concertina cards that work across real use cases such as direct mail, product storytelling, event handouts, portfolios, and campaigns. Whether you need a short run for testing or scalable production, our process is built for creators and businesses that care about structure, quality, and consistency.
Upload your artwork, request a quote, and let us guide you to the right folded print solution.
Browse our showcase of real folded print projects, including concertina postcards and perforated formats produced for artists, brands, and campaigns.
Looks like a neat little booklet....open it up and you’re hit with a huge concertina map
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210x898mm flat concertina booklet
Printed in full colour double-sided
Trimmed with 6 vertical fold lines and concertina folded to 12pp 210x148mm
with 2pp 10mm false spine area after the first fold line on panel 1
Printed onto 300gsm Silk
Stapled, perfect bound (glued, like a paperback) or hardback? Your page count has already decided, and one picture shows the whole rule.
Read the full Binding Styles guide →Silk, gloss or uncoated: what each looks and feels like, plus the insider hack that saves you money.
Read the full Paper Choices guide →Bleed, page sizes, cover files and the 3 common mistakes. Then we check (or rebuild) your file for FREE.
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Degree hand in, launch day or a fair this weekend: tell us your date up front. We'll say straight away if it's doable, then build the whole job around it.
Concertina card printing uses a concertina fold to turn one sheet into multiple connected panels. Unlike flat fold cards, this format helps organise lots of information in a structured flow, making it ideal for concertina postcard printing, leaflets, brochures, and storytelling pieces.
Both use an accordion structure, but z-cards or z-fold cards usually refer to a simple three-panel layout. A concertina fold can include more panels, making it better for concertina brochures, guides, or layouts with a lot of information.
Concertina formats suit product catalogues, coupon booklets, event programmes, maps, and concertina business cards. They are also popular for concertina book printing, and creative formats like a concertina birthday card or promotional folded pieces.
We offer a variety of sizes, from compact formats close to credit card size up to larger folded formats. Whether you’re creating a small keepsake or a concertina card to make for an event or campaign, we help choose the right panel count.
Yes. Like our leaflet printing, we support short runs as well as larger volumes. This is helpful when testing designs, printing samples, or producing limited runs such as concertina Christmas tree card designs for seasonal use.
We offer multiple cover options and cover styles, plus optional lamination, including soft-touch lamination. You can also add spot UV for emphasis and choose stocks that hold folds cleanly while keeping colours sharp.
Yes. We use full colour printing to ensure strong contrast and bright colours across panels. This works especially well for illustrated greeting cards, promotional prints, and creative folded designs.
Yes. We can supply a concertina card template to help you set up folds, bleed, and safe zones correctly. This prevents artwork from crossing fold lines and ensures clean panel alignment.
Yes. We include free delivery across the UK, including areas such as the Isle of Man, with reliable tracked shipping. Worldwide delivery is also available.
Absolutely. You can request a free sample pack to compare stocks and finishes before ordering. This helps you choose the right material for folding, durability, and final feel.
Concertina cards work best when the content flows panel by panel. They are ideal for structured layouts like specification tabs, instructions, or step-based information where readers move naturally from one section to the next.
You can customise a concertina card by using multiple panels for schedules, maps, RSVP details, or storytelling. Choose from various cover options, full colour printing, and optional lamination like soft touch or spot UV.
Popular ideas include seasonal themes, photo timelines, illustrated stories, and layered messages revealed panel by panel. Designs such as a concertina birthday card or themed greeting formats work especially well with this fold.
You can order personalised concertina cards directly through professional online printers like Ex Why Zed. Upload your artwork, choose your fold, stock, and finishes, then receive a file check and instant pricing.
Yes, eco-friendly paper stocks and recycled options are available. You can choose uncoated or responsibly sourced papers that fold well while reducing environmental impact without compromising print quality.