Letterheads

Product Description

A professionally printed letterhead is one of the most powerful signals of a credible, established business. Every invoice, proposal, quote and piece of correspondence sent on headed paper reinforces your brand identity and communicates professionalism from the very first glance. Our letterheads are printed on quality paper stock in a range of finishes, available single or double-sided to suit your design. Printed in Brighton & Hove with UK-wide delivery available.

Whether you're a sole trader looking to make a strong first impression or a larger business refreshing your corporate stationery suite, our letterheads are the essential foundation of professional business correspondence. Pair with our compliment slips, correspondence cards, envelopes and business cards for a completely cohesive branded stationery set.

Why Choose Printed Letterheads?

• Professional finish — reinforces your brand at every correspondence touchpoint
• A4 size — the standard business letter size, compatible with all printers
• Single and double-sided options — add brand messaging or terms and conditions to the reverse
• Choice of paper stocks — gloss, silk and uncoated finishes available
• Pairs with your full stationery suite — compliment slips, envelopes, business cards and more
• Brighton & Hove print shop — collect in store or UK-wide delivery

What Should a Letterhead Include?

A well-designed letterhead typically includes your company logo, business name, address, phone number, email address, website and any relevant registration numbers such as company number or VAT number. Some businesses also include social media handles or a tagline. Keep the design clean and uncluttered — the letterhead should frame your correspondence, not compete with it.

Who Is It For?

Letterheads are used by businesses of every size across Brighton & Hove and the wider UK — from sole traders and startups to established companies and professional services firms. Essential for solicitors, accountants, estate agents, healthcare providers, consultants and any business that sends formal written correspondence to clients and stakeholders.

Artwork Setup

• Bleed: 3mm all round
• Safe Zone: 3mm
• Size with bleed: 216mm × 303mm
• Resolution: 300dpi minimum
• Format: PDF
• Colour: CMYK
• Fonts: Outlined or embedded

Download our free templates below or visit our FAQs page for artwork guidance.

Helpful Guides

• Understanding DPI for Print
• What is CMYK and Why Does it Matter?
• What is Bleed and Safe Zone?
• How to Proof Check Your Print Artwork
• How to Design a Professional Letterhead
• The Complete Guide to Business Stationery

Frequently Asked Questions

Our letterheads are A4 — 210mm × 297mm finished, or 216mm × 303mm including bleed. A4 is the standard UK business letter size and is compatible with all standard office printers for overprinting variable information such as addresses and letter content.

Letterheads are available on gloss, silk and uncoated paper stocks. Uncoated is the most popular choice for letterheads as it has a natural, professional feel and is easy to print on with a standard office laser or inkjet printer. Gloss and silk stocks give a more premium appearance but may not be compatible with all office printers — check your printer specifications before ordering a coated stock.

Yes — double-sided printing is available. The reverse is commonly used for terms and conditions, company information, a brand message or a map. If you intend to overprint variable information on your letterheads using an office printer, ensure your reverse-side design does not interfere with the print area on the front.

Yes — letterheads are designed to be used as a base for overprinting variable content such as addresses, dates and letter body text using a standard office printer. We recommend uncoated stock for office printer compatibility. Always test a small quantity before ordering a large run to confirm compatibility with your specific printer.

Letterheads are full A4 sheets used as the foundation for formal business letters, invoices and proposals. Compliment slips are DL size (210mm × 99mm) — a smaller, lighter format used for brief handwritten notes included with deliveries or mailings. See our compliment slips for the ideal companion to your letterheads.

A complete business stationery suite typically includes letterheads, compliment slips, correspondence cards, printed envelopes and business cards. Browse our full stationery range and business cards range to build a cohesive, professional brand identity across all your printed materials. Visit our Brighton & Hove print shop for samples and advice.

Uncoated letterheads on a quality heavyweight stock are the most popular choice for professional services firms — giving a premium, authoritative feel while remaining fully compatible with office printers for overprinting. Pair with our compliment slips, correspondence cards, printed envelopes and presentation folders for a complete professional stationery suite.

Yes — order online and collect from our print shop at 97 St James's Street, Brighton BN2 1TP. Standard turnaround is 3-4 working days.

Yes — we offer UK-wide delivery on all orders. Select your preferred delivery option at checkout. Orders are dispatched from our Brighton & Hove print shop.