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Plastic, Metal, Wood, and Luxury Card Printing

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Unique Material Cards - Full Price Breakdown

Select a size below. Prices shown per unit, qty 1, standard turnaround. Volume discounts apply automatically at checkout.

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Material / Substrate Our Price Est. Shipping
Matte
$46.95 $9.95
Foil-Stamped
$91.55 $9.95
Pearl
$56.34 $9.95
Material / Substrate Our Price Est. Shipping
Matte
$36.62 $9.95
Foil-Stamped
$71.41 $9.95
Pearl
$43.95 $9.95
Material / Substrate Our Price Est. Shipping
Matte
$39.91 $9.95
Foil-Stamped
$77.82 $9.95
Pearl
$47.89 $9.95

Free Design Setup & Free Proof on every order. Prices above are per-unit at qty 1. Rush production tiers are available in the order form. Shipping calculated live at checkout.

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Plastic, Metal, Wood, and Luxury Card Printing

Investor pitches and VIP invitations need substrate weight you can tap on the table, not matte paper with a foil sticker pretending to be metal. Unique material cards price through the invitation calculator at Size 5 inch x 7 inch or 4 inch x 6 inch as a flat luxury card proxy, or through the business cards calculator at 3.5x2 Standard when wallet-format plastic or metal cards fit your program, with Stock Matte, Pearl, or Foil-Stamped selected and plastic, metal, wood, acrylic, or luxury substrate noted in order comments for a material spec proof in the calculator above.

Upload print-ready PDF at stated card size, or send logo and material preference for Free Design Setup. We confirm substrate availability, edge finish, and whether invitation or business card calculator path fits your trim on the proof before specialty production starts.

Guide to invitation vs business card calculator paths, plastic metal wood notes, artwork prep, FAQ. Note material, approve spec proof.

Free Design SetupLogo, layout, and file prep at no extra setup fee.
Digital ProofApprove art by email before anything prints.
Nationwide ShippingLive rates after you enter your zip code.
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Popular Uses

Clear plastic VIP
5x7 invite proxy.
Metal exec card
3.5x2 stainless note.
Wood veneer brand
Grain-aligned logo.
Launch invite
Pearl stock proxy.
Gallery opening
4x6 luxury flat.
C-suite networking
Metal wallet card.
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Materials, Sizes, and Install Notes

Invitation 5x7 or 4x6 Proxy vs Business Card Calc - custom printing
Invitation 5x7 or 4x6 Proxy vs Business Card Calc - custom printing

Unique Material Cards Printing

Honest pricing paths today.

Flat luxury cards and oversized VIP invites price through the invitation calculator at 5x7 or 4x6 inches with Matte, Pearl, or Foil-Stamped stock selected as the print-spec proxy. Wallet-format plastic, metal, or wood cards price through the business cards calculator at 3.5x2 Standard with material noted in comments.

Write exact substrate in special instructions: clear plastic, frosted PVC, stainless metal, cherry wood veneer, acrylic, or hybrid luxury layup. We return a material spec proof listing calculator path, trim, and finish before production locks.

Plastic, Metal, Wood, and Luxury Substrates - custom printing
Plastic, Metal, Wood, and Luxury Substrates - custom printing

Plastic, Metal, Wood, and Luxury Substrates

Named in order comments.

Clear and frosted plastic cards suit modern tech and nightlife brands that need transparent layers and white ink backer art noted on the proof. Metal cards in stainless or aluminum deliver weight for executive networking. Wood veneer cards add grain texture for artisan and eco-luxury programs. Acrylic and hybrid cards combine layers when noted in comments.

Standard paper stocks in the calculator proxy pricing; true substrate is confirmed on the material spec proof, not hidden after checkout.

White Ink, Engrave Zones, and Grain Direction - custom printing
White Ink, Engrave Zones, and Grain Direction - custom printing

White Ink, Engrave Zones, and Grain Direction

Material-specific art prep.

Plastic clear cards need white ink underprint layers labeled on PDF for legibility on transparent faces. Metal cards may use laser etch zones separate from CMYK print panels when both appear on one layout. Wood cards keep logos aligned with grain direction noted on proof to avoid split-letter engrave on veneer.

Free Design Setup adapts flat logos to material constraints when you send substrate choice in comments.

VIP Invites, Executive Cards, and Launch Events - custom printing
VIP Invites, Executive Cards, and Launch Events - custom printing

VIP Invites, Executive Cards, and Launch Events

Qty 25 to 250 typical.

Product launches, gallery openings, and C-suite networking reorder unique material cards because tactile substrate signals tier before copy is read. Qty 25 covers VIP invite short runs; 250 suits executive card programs once material and edge finish pass proof review.

Note rounded corner, die-cut shape, or spot UV on plastic when specialty finishing is required so the proof lists all steps.

Material Proof, Fabricate, Finish, Ship

Standard 5-7 days after approval on specialty.

Unique substrate jobs need material spec proof approval confirming calculator path, trim size, substrate name from comments, and edge finish before fabrication starts. Standard specialty runs often need 5 to 7 business days after approval. Rush tiers appear when eligible once material is confirmed on the proof thread.

Metal and wood cards ship in rigid mailers to prevent edge bend. Note gift box need for VIP invite sets in comments.

Free AI + Human Design Setup

Need Help With Your Artwork?

Send a logo, sketch, or bullet points. We handle layout, contrast, bleed, and file conversion at no extra setup fee. You approve a digital proof before production.

Included with every order
  • Layout and sizing. Readable type, safe margins, and brand placement.
  • File conversion. PDF, PNG, Canva exports, and phone photos welcome.
  • Free digital proof. Nothing prints until you approve.
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Accepted Artwork Formats

Upload through the order form or send files during Free Design Setup.

PDF (preferred)

Vector PDF with outlined fonts, embedded images, and bleed when possible.

AI / EPS

Adobe Illustrator files with linked images packaged or embedded.

PNG / JPG / PSD

High resolution at final print size (300 DPI where practical).

Canva / phone photo

Send what you have. Free Design Setup rebuilds layout when needed.

Production Turnaround Options

Pick the tier that matches your install date. Shipping transit is added after production.

Standard (3-5 Business Days)
Selectable in the calculator. Production time starts after digital proof approval and payment.
Rush (2-3 Business Days)
Selectable in the calculator. Production time starts after digital proof approval and payment.
Next-Day (when available)
Selectable in the calculator. Production time starts after digital proof approval and payment.

Specifications and Calculator Options

Standard production details pulled from the live order form. Custom options outside this list are available on request.

CalculatorInvitation 5x7 or 4x6 proxy, or business card 3.5x2
MaterialsPlastic, metal, wood, acrylic noted in comments
Stock proxyMatte, Pearl, or Foil-Stamped on invitation path
Quantities25 through 1,000 depending on calculator path
TurnaroundStandard 5-7 days specialty, Rush when eligible

Material Price Comparison

See how substrate choice shifts the sample total at the same size and quantity.

Matte
$39.91
Foil-Stamped
$77.82
Pearl
$47.89

Relative sample totals at 25 with other calculator defaults held constant. Use the live calculator for your exact combination.

Pricing

Volume-based pricing from the live calculator. Free Design Setup and digital proofing are always included.

QuantityTotalPer unit
25$39.91$1.60
50$56.53$1.13
100$72.21$0.72
250$157.21$0.63
500$288.96$0.58
1,000$518.46$0.52

Sample pricing for calculator defaults (4.25" x 5.5"). Change size, material, sides, and turnaround in the order form for live totals. Free Design Setup and digital proof are included.

Competitor Comparison

Unique Material Cards vs Vistaprint, UPrinting, GotPrint

Shoppers comparing Unique Material Cards on Vistaprint, UPrinting, GotPrint, and PrintPlace typically face add-on design fees, limited proof review, or checkout with no human backup. Cheap RUSH Printing bundles free design setup, email proof approval, live pricing about 1% below the average reliable competitor rate, and same-day professional support on every Unique Material Cards order.

Where Cheap RUSH Printing wins on Unique Material Cards

  • Honest calculator proxy with material named in comments.
  • Plastic, metal, and wood spec review on material proof.
  • Invitation and business card paths mapped to trim need.
  • Qty tiers for VIP invites and executive card programs.
  • Free Design Setup and nationwide shipping.

Side-by-side service comparison

FeatureCheap RUSH PrintingVistaprintUPrintingGotPrintPrintPlace
Free design setup✓ Always freeAdd-onTemplatesLimitedSelf-serve
Free digital proof✓ Every orderLimitedLimited
Custom sizes and options✓ Live calculatorLimitedLimitedLimited
Pricing vs major shops✓ ~1% below market avgList priceList priceList priceList price
Rush production✓ When availableAvailableLimitedAvailableAvailable
Nationwide shipping✓ All 50 states
Professional support✓ Same-day replyChatLimitedEmailEmail

Service-level comparison only. Competitor pricing changes constantly - use each provider for live quotes. Last reviewed: Jul 2026.

Why Buyers Choose Cheap RUSH Printing

  • Honest calculator proxy with material named in comments.
  • Plastic, metal, and wood spec review on material proof.
  • Invitation and business card paths mapped to trim need.
  • Qty tiers for VIP invites and executive card programs.
  • Free Design Setup and nationwide shipping.

How to Order in 3 Steps

  1. 1
    Pick invitation 5x7 or 4x6 proxy or business card 3.5x2 calc with qty.
  2. 2
    Note plastic, metal, wood, or luxury material in comments. Upload art.
  3. 3
    Approve material spec proof. Unique cards fabricate and ship.

Unique Material Cards FAQ

What sizes are available for Unique Material Cards?

Flat luxury cards often use invitation calculator Size 5 inch x 7 inch or 4 inch x 6 inch with Matte, Pearl, or Foil-Stamped stock as pricing proxy. Wallet plastic or metal cards use business cards calculator 3.5x2 Standard. Note plastic, metal, wood, or acrylic in comments. We confirm trim and substrate on the material spec proof.

What material options do you offer for Unique Material Cards?

Material options are defined in order comments: clear plastic, frosted PVC, stainless or aluminum metal, cherry or bamboo wood veneer, acrylic, and hybrid luxury layups. Calculator stock fields proxy pricing; true substrate confirms on the material spec proof before fabrication.

How long does Unique Material Cards production take?

On this Low-Cost Unique Material Cards page, calculator materials update pricing live. Tell us exposure and handling in comments so we confirm the right stock grade before production. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

Will I see a digital proof before Unique Material Cards prints?

Yes, always. We email a material spec proof showing calculator path, trim size, substrate from comments, edge finish, and art adjustments for white ink or engrave zones before unique cards fabricate. Reply with changes or written approval.

What file format should I upload for Unique Material Cards?

Vector PDF at final trim size is ideal. Separate white ink layer for clear plastic. Engrave zone layer for metal when noted. PNG at 300 dpi works for photo panels on Pearl stock proxy paths. Free Design Setup adapts logos to material constraints from comments.

Is there a minimum order for Unique Material Cards?

Minimum qty depends on calculator path: invitation proxy often starts at 25; business card path at 100. Note material and qty in comments. We confirm minimum fit for plastic, metal, or wood programs on the proof before order locks.

Do you ship Unique Material Cards orders nationwide?

On this Low-Cost Unique Material Cards page, select material tiers in the calculator and we note the stock choice on the digital proof. Match finish to where the piece will live - indoor, outdoor, or high-touch service. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

What is bleed and safe zone for Unique Material Cards artwork?

Add 0.125 inch bleed past trim on print panels. Clear plastic needs white underprint inside safe zones shown on proof. Metal engrave art stays inside etch panels. Wood logos align with grain direction marked on the material spec proof.

What do small businesses ask before ordering Unique Material Cards?

Buyers ask which calculator path fits VIP invites vs wallet metal cards, whether clear plastic needs white ink, and how long metal cards take. We map invitation 5x7 or business card calc on proof, confirm white ink layers, and quote specialty turnaround from substrate notes.

What mistakes do first-time buyers make with Unique Material Cards files?

First-time buyers select paper stock without naming substrate in comments, skip white ink layer on clear plastic, or pick wrong calculator for wallet metal vs 5x7 invite. State material and trim in comments and approve material spec proof before fabrication.

How do I choose the right specs for Unique Material Cards on a tight budget?

Budget VIP invites often use invitation 4x6 proxy, Matte stock, qty 25, with frosted plastic noted in comments for proof review. Wallet metal cards use business card calc at 100 qty with stainless noted. Scale after material sample approval on proof photos.

What proof approval steps should I expect for Unique Material Cards?

Upload art or send logo and material preference. Receive material spec proof within about one to two business days on most specialty jobs. Approve substrate, trim, and finish notes. Fabrication starts only after written approval.

How does Unique Material Cards compare to other Specialty Products options?

Unique material cards use plastic, metal, wood, or acrylic substrates for tactile premium feel. Standard business cards use 14pt or 16pt paper. Letterpress adds impression on paper stock. Pick unique material cards when substrate weight and material story matter at first touch.

What turnaround is realistic for rush Unique Material Cards orders?

Rush specialty production after material proof approval may appear when Rush tier shows for your qty and substrate. Rush cannot start until plastic, metal, or wood spec is confirmed on the proof. Note event date in comments.

Is Free Design Setup included for Unique Material Cards?

Yes on qualifying orders. Free Design Setup covers layout, white ink prep for clear plastic, and bleed at no separate design fee when you send material choice and art in comments. Approve material spec proof before fabrication.

Are there hidden setup fees on Unique Material Cards orders?

On this Low-Cost Unique Material Cards page, calculator materials update pricing live. Tell us exposure and handling in comments so we confirm the right stock grade before production. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

How do production time and shipping time differ for Unique Material Cards?

On this Low-Cost Unique Material Cards page, material and finish choices are in the calculator. Not sure which fits? Free Design Setup recommends stock based on indoor, outdoor, hand-feel, or mail needs and shows the pick on your proof. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

Can I upload PDF, JPG, or PNG for Unique Material Cards?

PDF, PNG, and JPG accepted at 300 dpi on stated trim. PDF with white ink and engrave layers is best for plastic and metal. Free Design Setup builds clear plastic underprint from flat logos when noted in comments.

Do you offer price matching on Unique Material Cards?

With Low-Cost Unique Material Cards, calculator materials update pricing live. Tell us exposure and handling in comments so we confirm the right stock grade before production. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

What happens after I approve the digital proof for Unique Material Cards?

With Low-Cost Unique Material Cards, material and finish choices are in the calculator. Not sure which fits? Free Design Setup recommends stock based on indoor, outdoor, hand-feel, or mail needs and shows the pick on your proof. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

Questions before you order?

Contact our professional support team or scroll back to the order form. We always reply the same day.