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Green printing is one of the effective means which allow companies to help the deteriorating condition of our planet while cutting the expenses they face year in and year out. These benefits do not come instantly. They involve wise efforts from the practicing companies. Following are some ideas which can get you started if this is the path which you opt for your company to take.

The first thing they focused in connection to this is the use of paper. Like it or not, paper is wasted when printed materials are concerned. Paper is a precious product that involves destruction of nature. Because of this, use of recycled paper and reduction of the size of the pages are suggested by the printer companies. When the size of the page is made smaller, the font and everything that will be seen in each page will be adjusted as well. If you do not want the page size to be adjusted, choosing recycled paper is another green printing option you can take. The downside with this is that recycled paper does not look that attractive. Ask then for paper that is made of 30% post-consumer waste. Although recycled, they look cleaner and whiter.

Petroleum-based inks used for printed banners are one of the things environmentalists are very much against. This is because they are also known as carcinogens and toxins that harm our bodies apart from being threats to the environment. Do request your hired printer about vegetable-based inks for your project. Their use does not expend harmful gas into the air. Paper printed with vegetable-based ink also breaks down easily and so pollution of the air is avoided. The finish of book covers, brochures and flyers are also made of harmful materials that affect the environment. If you are keen about saving the earth, choose coiled binders that are made of waste plastic. They are recycled but you can be assured of their durability.

Have you ever heard of online digital printing? This is one of the current alternatives provided by modern printers. In comparison to traditional method of printing, it allows faster creation of the printed materials with less mistakes and less harm posed on the surroundings. These are made possible of the use of advanced software and computers. Additionally, you can practice having only the exact number of copies you need and do not order for extras. This keeps you from producing wasted materials and spending extra on the manufacture process.

Obviously, green printing for corporate promotional items is a task which you cannot do on your own. It is best left in the hands of experts who can perform just the right processes regarding this matter. Partner with a credible printing company that will not only give you discounts but also provide the exact outputs you need. Keep in mind though that you have a big role in ensuring that no wastage will transpire. How? Make it a point that your printed materials are supplied with images and information that people wanted to receive. If not, they will just be neglected.

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