Our Hardcover Photo Books feature your choice of Matte (100% recycled Mohawk) or Lustre (Felix Schoeller) 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 PUR binding, and allow additional pages in two-page spreads. 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 type of paper is used in the Hardcover Photo Books?
- What are the minimum and maximum page counts?
- How much is each additional page?
- How are Hardcover Photo Books bound?
- What is the difference between the Hardcover Photo Book, Travel, Milestone, Annual, and Wedding editions?
- 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?
- Can I change my book size after starting?
- Is the Artifact Uprising logo printed on the Hardcover Photo Book?
What type of paper is used in the Hardcover Photo Books?
Interior Pages
Choose from two paper options:
Matte: Mohawk Options 100% PCW (Post-Consumer Waste) White 100# paper (148 gsm)
Lustre: Felix Schoeller E-Photo (ProPhoto) paper in a lustre finish (190 gsm)
Dust Jackets (Full and Partial)
100 lb. gloss text with 1.7 mil soft-touch lamination
Cover
Plant-based linen fabric
What are the minimum and maximum page counts?
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.
Keep in mind that pages are added in increments of two (one spread).
How are Hardcover Photo Books bound?
We use PUR binding, a durable form of perfect binding. Pages and cover are glued together at the spine, and the remaining edges are trimmed for a clean finish. Polyurethane Reactive (PUR) adhesive is one of the strongest binding glues 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 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.
Can I change my book size after starting?
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.
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.