Leaf & Spine

Binding type

Board Book Binding

Printed sheets are laminated onto thick paperboard, die-cut (often with rounded corners) and glued at the spine so every page is a rigid board.

Advantages

  • Survives chewing and rough handling
  • Easy for small hands to turn

Limitations

  • Offset only, with high minimum quantities
  • Very limited page count

Best for

  • Baby and toddler books

Frequently asked questions

How many pages can board book binding hold?
Typically about 8 to 24 pages, depending on paper thickness.
Does board book binding lay flat?
Yes.
Is board book binding available with print on demand?
Generally no — it is an offset or specialist binding.

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