We currently offer three types of Layflat Albums. The Layflat Album, the Wedding Layflat Album, and the Signature Layflat Album. In this article you'll be able to compare the differences between all three types, and find the album that's the best fit for you.
_________________________________________________________________________
Production time:
Layflat Album/Wedding Layflat Album - 5 business days
Signature Layflat Album - 8 Business Days
_________________________________________________________________________
What are the main differences between the Layflat Album, the Wedding Layflat Album, and Signature Layflat Album?
The main differences between the three types are the cover designs/materials, page counts, and album sizes. You can see the full comparison below:
_________________________________________________________________________
Layflat Album
- Linen Cover Colors: Midnight Blue, Pacific Blue, Seamist, Merlot, Rose, Blush, Emerald, Gunmetal, Smoke, Sedona, Honeycomb, Oatmeal
- Foil Stamping Designs: Simple Text
- Page/Spread Counts: 20 Pages/10 Spreads - 90 Pages/45 Spreads
- Album Sizes: 8.5 x 8.5 // 10 x 10 // 8.25 x 11 // 12 x 12 // 14 x 11
_________________________________________________________________________
Wedding Layflat Album
- Linen Cover Colors: Midnight Blue, Pacific Blue, Seamist, Ruby, Rose, Blush, Emerald, Eucalyptus, Gunmetal, Smoke, Lavender, Oatmeal
- Four Wedding Themed Foil Designs: "Our Best Day", "Namesake", "You and I", "On This Day", and Simple Text
- Page/Spread Counts: 20 Pages/10 Spreads - 90 Pages/45 Spreads
- Album Sizes: 8.5 x 8.5 // 10 x 10 // 8.25 x 11 // 11 x 8.25 // 12 x 12 // 14 x 11
_________________________________________________________________________
Signature Layflat Album
- Linen Cover Colors: Midnight Blue, Smoke, Seamist, Gunmetal, Emerald, Pacific Blue, Eucalyptus, Oatmeal, Blush, Ruby, Terracotta, Lavender
- Bonded Leather Cover: Chestnut, Coal
- Four Themed Foil Designs: Wedding, Family, Travel, General
- Page/Spread Counts: 20 Pages/10 Spreads - 90 Pages/45 Spreads
- Album Sizes: 10 x 10 // 12 x 12
_________________________________________________________________________
What type of paper is used for the layflat albums?
- Lustre: Mohawk ProPhoto paper in lustre finish; has a light sheen (reminiscent of traditional photo paper) with a smooth finish
- Superfine: Mohawk Superfine paper in eggshell finish; matte paper with a lightly textured finish
Not sure of our printing styles? Check out Our Printing Style.
_________________________________________________________________________
How thick are the layflat album pages?
Each layflat page is about .04” thick. The minimum page count (20 pages/10 spreads) is .625” in thickness. The maximum page count (90 pages/45 spreads) is about 2" in thickness. The pages are not measured in gsm since the photo paper has a glue sheet inserted to create a flush mount photo album.
How much will my album weigh?
The weights of the albums themselves range from around 2.5 - 8 lbs, depending on the album type and page count.
- 10 x 10 Layflat with 20 pages/10 spreads weighs about 2.5 lbs
- 12 x 12 Signature Layflat with 90 pages/45 spreads weighs about 8 lbs
_________________________________________________________________________
Can I add custom fonts, layouts, etc for my foil stamping on the cover and spine of my book?
All of the foil stamping for our Layflat Albums is done by hand, so unfortunately we cannot accommodate any customization beyond the options provided within the editor at this time. We've introduced four wedding-themed cover layouts to our Wedding Layflat Album, which offer some unique fonts and design options compared to our classic layouts.
________________________________________________________________________
What type of binding is used for the layflat album?
We use flush mount materials. Each page has a glue sheet inserted to make the page extra thick. These pages are secured around the spine and then placed into the cover, which is then adhered to the outer side of the end sheets.
_________________________________________________________________________
How should I store by album?
Store your Signature Layflat album in a cool, dry place, and avoid direct sunlight. We recommend positioning albums for longer-term storage lying horizontally, rather than standing up on its binding, in order to prevent warping. This will help decrease gravity's effect on the shape and construction of your book, while still keeping it on display, ready to flip through.
_________________________________________________________________________
Can I change my book size once I've started my project?
Yes, you can change the size of your album within the editor. On the lefthand side of the screen, click "Customize", then click the dropdown menu that lists the book sizes. Please note some layouts will be changed when switching album sizes, and may also result in the cropping of your images re-setting. Be sure to double check each spreads after changing the album size.
_________________________________________________________________________
I started a Layflat Album, but I want to use one of the new cover designs. Can I change my project to the Wedding Layflat Album or the Signature Layflat Album?
It is not possible to change the type of book you create once your project is started. To use a cover design or fabric color exclusive to the Wedding Layflat Album or Signature Layflat Album, you'll need to start a new project in your account.
_________________________________________________________________________
How is this different from the Wedding Guest Book?
Within the Wedding Guest Book there are different templates with extra space for writing abilities. When estimating how much space to leave in a wedding guest book, a good rule of thumb is to dedicate a page for every 10-15 signatures.
_________________________________________________________________________
Is the Artifact Uprising logo on the layflat album?
Our Layflat Photo Albums do not include our logo on the final product. It comes in a custom, white box with a removable sleeve with the logo on it. The logo is included on the product shipping packaging, and cannot be removed.
_________________________________________________________________________
How much is each additional page?
8.5 x 8.5” // 10 x 10” // 8.25 x 11” // 11 x 8.25" - $4.50 per added page/$9.00 per spread
12 x 12” // 14 x 11” - $6.00 per added page/$12.00 per spread
*Please keep in mind that pages are added in increments of two (spreads)
Check out some tips on Building A Wedding Album.