Standard Coatings
Standard Postcards
Full-color postcards on premium 14PT–16PT cardstock. Choose the finish that best suits your campaign and audience.
Premium & Specialty
Premium & Specialty Postcards
Upgrade your postcard campaign with premium stocks and specialty finishes that stand out in the mailbox and drive higher response rates.
Every Door Direct Mail
EDDM Postcards
Reach every home and business on a USPS carrier route without a mailing list. EDDM is the most cost-effective way to blanket a neighborhood with your marketing message.
Artwork Specifications
Specifications & File Requirements
Use these specs when setting up your postcard artwork to ensure a perfect print every time.
Industry Solutions
Best Use Cases by Industry
Postcards work across a wide range of marketing goals. Here's how different industries use them most effectively.
Direct Mail Campaigns
Postcards are the most cost-effective direct mail format. A 6×9 or 6×11 card commands attention in any mailbox. Include a QR code, coupon, or clear CTA to drive response.
Real Estate Marketing
Just listed, just sold, open house invitations — postcards are the standard for real estate outreach. Full-bleed photography on a 6×9 card makes an immediate impression.
Healthcare & Dental
Appointment reminders, new patient outreach, and wellness campaigns. A clean matte or UV postcard communicates professionalism and includes your booking QR code.
Home Services
EDDM is the go-to for HVAC, pest control, roofing, and landscaping businesses targeting specific neighborhoods. A bold 6×11 card with a limited-time offer generates calls.
Restaurants & Food Service
Grand opening announcements, seasonal menu promotions, and coupon mailers. A vivid UV-coated 4×6 postcard in a local EDDM route drives foot traffic.
Retail & E-Commerce
Drive in-store traffic with seasonal promotions and loyalty rewards. Include a QR code linking to a discount landing page. Silk laminate cards feel premium enough to keep.
Events & Promotions
Concerts, festivals, and fundraisers benefit from eye-catching postcard marketing. Akuafoil or Spot UV cards stand out immediately and get passed between friends.
Appointment & Loyalty Programs
Appointment reminders, membership renewals, and loyalty announcements. An uncoated back lets recipients write their appointment date — stays on the fridge for months.
Production & Delivery
Shipping & Turnaround
We print fast and ship anywhere in the contiguous United States.
Turnaround
- Standard: 3–5 business days
- Rush: 1–2 business days
- Starts after artwork approval
- Approved before noon = same day
Shipping Options
- Ground (3–5 transit days)
- 2-Day Air available
- Overnight available
- Free ground on qualifying orders
EDDM Delivery
- Print-only: ships to you
- Full-service: we mail for you
- USPS processing 2–3 extra days
- Route selection included
Quality Guarantee
- 100% satisfaction guarantee
- Reprints for print defects
- Color within industry standards
- Report within 10 days of receipt
Got Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about ordering postcards from Catdi Printing.