There are a variety of binding methods can can be used for combining
separate pages into a finished document. The type of binding may be limited by
the paper size and number of pages to be bound.
The images below illustrate some of the more popular binding methods used in
the printing industry. If you have questions about these or other binding
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Corner Staple Binding
The most economical binding method, a staple is used in the corner to
attached pages together.
Saddle Stitch Binding
This inexpensive method binds pages using two or more staples placed
along a folded edge. Suitable for 60 pages or less, there is no
printable spine with this option.
Saddle Loop Binding
Similar to saddle stitching, except the loops extend out from the spine
staples. The loops allow the bound pages to be placed into ring
binders.
Coil/ Continuous Loop Binding
A round plastic or metal coil is wound through the pages to hold them
together. Pages bound this way can be opened 360 degrees and can remain
flat when open. Available in black (standard ) and other colors
including PMS.
Wire-O Binding
Also known as twin-loop binding or double-loop binding. A wire is
threaded through small holes in the edge of the paper. The result is
very simialr in look and function to coil binding. A variety of colors
are available.
GBC
This inexpensive method well uses a plastic "comb" that wraps through
rectangular holes in the edge of the pages. The plastic comb also form
a spine that covers the edge of the pages.
Post Binding
Metal screw-together posts are inserted into holes drill through the
stack of paper. holding them together.
Velo Binding
Thin strips of plastic are permanently locked together through holes in
the front and back of the pages. Velo bound pages do not lie flat and
have an exposed, unprintable spine. A variety of colors are available.
Tape Binding
A strip of tape is applied to the spine of a stack of pages,
overlapping the bound edge. The pages are often stitched together
before the tape is applied. Limited color range.
Fastbind Binding
Pages are pressed into an adhesive-coated cloth strip that wraps around
the spine and covers. Similar to tape binding, the binding is flexible
and durable. A variety of cloth colors are available.
Perfect Binding
A paper cover wraps around the pages and glued to the spine. The cover
forms the front, spine and back. Popular for paperback and softcover
books, this method results in a professional appearance. Suitable for
most book types and sizes.
Case Binding
Also known as hard cover binding, case binding cover materials can be
paper, vinyl, cloth, or leather. A loose, paper dust jacket often
wrapped around the cover to protect it.
