Our Hardcover Photo Books feature your choice of Matte or Lustre interior paper, wrapped in a plant-based linen cover with a soft-touch dust jacket option. Books range from 40 to 210 pages; use durable binding with traditional book pages that don't lay flat. Additional pages are an extra cost. All editions share the same paper and layout options, with differences in dust jacket designs and exclusive fabric colors; digital foil is available for an added cost, while traditional foil stamping is reserved for Layflat Albums.
What is included in this article:
- What sizes does the Hardcover Photo Book come in?
- Can I change the size after I start my project?
- Can I have foil stamping on my cover instead of the dust jacket?
- Does it cost extra to have digital foil?
- What is the difference between digital foil and foil stamping?
- Can I order a new dust jacket for my Hardcover Photo Book?
- Can I design a custom dust jacket in a third-party editor?
- What type of paper is used in the Hardcover Photo Books?
- How many pages can the book have?
- How much is each additional page?
- Do the pages layflat?
- What is the difference between the Hardcover Photo Book, Travel, Milestone, Annual, and Wedding editions?
- Can I switch an existing design to a different book type?
- How long does it take to print and ship?
- Is the Artifact Uprising logo printed on the Hardcover Photo Book?
What sizes does the Hardcover Photo Book come in?
- 6x8
- 8x6
- 8.5x8.5
- 8.25x11
- 11x8.25
- 10x10
Can I change the size after I start my project?
Yes. In the editor, use the size dropdown menu on the left-hand side of the screen.
Please note that changing the size may adjust layouts and reset image cropping. Review each spread carefully after resizing.
Can I have foil stamping on my cover instead of the dust jacket?
Foil stamping is not available on the linen covers of Hardcover Photo Books. Foil stamping is exclusive to our Layflat Albums.
You can add digital foil to the dust jacket instead.
If you’re looking for printed text directly on the cover, consider our Photo-Wrapped Hardcover or Photo-Wrapped Layflat Photo Books. These options feature digital printing on the cover but do not offer traditional foil stamping.
Does it cost extra to have digital foil?
Yes. It depends on the album size, and you can view the pricing directly on the product page by selecting the book size you would like and then clicking 'Digital Foil'. The price can range from $10 to $20.
What is the difference between digital foil and foil stamping?
Digital Foil
- Applied to printed text on the dust jacket
- Available in gold, silver, and copper
- Finished with a UV gloss layer for a raised, textured effect
- Available on all Hardcover Photo Books, Color Series Photo Books, and Softcover Photo Books
Foil Stamping (Traditional)
- Letters are debossed into fabric using heat and pressure
- Creates a deeply textured, pressed finish
- Available only on Layflat Albums, Wedding Layflat Albums, Signature Layflat Albums, Wedding Guest Books, and the Everyday Photo Book
Can I order a new dust jacket for my Hardcover Photo Book?
Yes, you can order a replacement dust jacket using this link.
Can I design a custom dust jacket in a third-party editor?
Yes. You can see the guidelines for creating one here.
What type of paper is used in the Hardcover Photo Books?
Hardcover Photo Books (including Wedding, Travel, Annual, and Milestone)
Cover Materials
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Hardcover Photo Books have a plant-based linen fabric cover.
- Includes a dust jacket with a smooth gloss paper with a soft-touch lamination that gives pages a silky feel while making colors appear vibrant and crisp.
Interior Pages
- Lustre: Printed on lustre-finish photo paper, giving images rich color and a subtle sheen
- Matte: Printed on textured eggshell matte paper for a soft, tactile, fine-art look
How many pages can the book have?
- Minimum: 40 pages
- Maximum: 210 pages
Pages can only be added in increments of two (one spread).
How much is each additional page?
Additional page pricing varies by product and size. Please see the “Pricing Details” section on the product page for specific costs.
Do the pages layflat?
No, they will be like a traditional book with a small gutter in the center. We use a durable binding method in which the pages and cover are glued together at the spine, and the remaining edges are trimmed for a clean finish. We use one of the strongest binding adhesives available.
What is the difference between the Hardcover Photo Book, Travel, Milestone, Annual, and Wedding editions?
All Hardcover Photo Books share:
- The same interior paper options (Matte or Lustre)
- The same foil options for the dust jacket
- The same interior page layout options
Size Availability
- The Wedding Hardcover Photo Book is not available in 6x8 or 8x6.
Differences include:
- Dust jacket designs (viewable in the editor under the “Layouts” tab)
- Available cover fabric colors
Fabric colors available for all Hardcover Books:
- Seamist
- Midnight Blue
- Pacific Blue
- Parchment
- Smoke
- Olive
- Honeycomb
- Orchidee (Blush)
- Ruby
Exclusive fabric colors:
- Hardcover Photo Book: Black
- Hardcover Travel Photo Book: French Blue
- Hardcover Wedding Photo Book: Lace
Can I switch an existing design to a different book type?
No. Once a project is started, the album type cannot be changed.
To use a specific cover design or fabric from a different book type, you will need to start a new project with that book.
How long does it take to print and ship?
Our Hardcover Photo Books require 3 full business days in production in addition to the shipping times.
- Standard shipping: 5-8 business days
- Economy shipping: 3-5 business days
- Expedited shipping: 2-3 business days
- Rush shipping: 1 business day
- *International shipping 4-6 business days
Visit our production and shipping times help article for more detailed information.
Is the Artifact Uprising logo printed on the Hardcover Photo Book?
The finished book does not include an Artifact Uprising logo. The logo appears only on the product packaging, which cannot be removed.