Custom Playing Cards

Whether you are looking for a single deck as a gift or a prototype for a tabletop game, our custom-designed playing cards will have your back. These cards are a timeless form of entertainment that is used for:

• Games
• Magic tricks
• Learning activities
• Social gatherings

A standard deck of cards has 52 cards that are divided into suits. These cards are a suitable option for countless classic and modern designs. A custom deck of cards can be manufactured with unique artwork and themed designs that reflect your brand’s personal style. High-quality cards have a combination of practical functionality with creative designs that give an engaging and memorable deck of cards. Some of the card types are as follows: 

Custom Playing Cards | 2.5″ × 3.5″

The custom cards are ideal and affordable for single-deck orders that are used at family gatherings and promotional campaigns. A standard 52-card deck has 12 pt paper that is semi-gloss and gives a smooth playing experience. Customers can choose white paper or acrylic plastic cases to get presentation and protection in the best possible way. 

Casino-Grade Branded Custom Playing Cards

These cards offer a premium experience for professional brands and corporate promotions. Casino-grade branded cards have 14 pt cardstock that is textured with a linen finish and black core lining. This feature prevents light transmission and improves handling of customized playing cards. With full custom front and back, you can get creative freedom for distinctive and professional-looking decks. 

Custom Playing Cards for Game Designers

Independent game creators or Kickstarter projects use these cards and have a unique and complex design. Customers can select from a variety of card stock materials and coatings. You can select the deck features based on the requirements of your project. 

Shuffled Ink Custom Playing Cards

Businesses and creators that need vibrant and professional-quality decks go with Shuffled Ink cards. These personalized playing cards support full color and edge-to-edge printing. The durable cardboard custom playing card boxes allow brands to keep their Shuffled Ink card protected during promotions and gaming events. 

Paper Stock and Core Layer

The internal composition of the cards is the major reason that determines how well the cards bounce back after it is being bent. As a custom playing cards manufacturer, we manufacture the paper with two portions:

The Core

This consists of sandwiching two sheets together with a colored adhesive core. This adhesive core is usually black or blue. The opacity of the cards is due to the core, so that players cannot see the cards when they are held up to a bright light. 

Paper Weight

This portion of cards is measured in grams per square meter. In premium casinos, 310 gsm to 330 gsm paper is used. This gives a crisp and snappy feel to the paper. A casual deck of cards has a gsm of 270 to 300. 

The common dimensions of the paper are:

The Texture and Finish

The texture of a personalized deck of cards determines how smoothly the cards can slide against one another during the shuffle. There are several options for finishes, and some of them are as follows: 

Linen Finish 

You can press the paper with a cross-hatch pattern to create tiny pockets of air between the cards. A smooth liner finish prevents the cards from sticking together and makes them glide effortlessly. 

Smooth Finish

This finish gives a smooth and untextured surface to the paper. A smooth finish can cause cards to clump together over time due to moisture or static charge buildup on the cards. 

Coating

Custom-designed playing cards can also have a slick water-based or plastic coating that protects the ink from finger oils and moisture. If you select a water-based coating, you can ensure the protection of inks and the environment due to the coating’s sustainable nature. 

Custom Printing Processes

For printing a custom deck of cards, we have several options. You can choose the options based on your band’s budget and the extent of a premium look you are looking for. Our two common custom printing options are as follows:

Budget or Casual Printing

This printing is for sellers who are looking for low-rate printing on their cards. Casual printing is the best option for simple customization and smaller orders. You can design the cards with semi-gloss textures and add your company’s logo. Retail shops usually get baseball cards designed with this printing method. 

Premium or Casino-Grade Printing

For professional-quality custom playing cards in bulk, this printing method is used. It gives a professional appearance and stronger visual presentation to the cards. A linen-style textured finish and black core layer provide casino-grade printing that prevents artwork from showing through the cards. Brand Scan can get fully customized backs with corporate branding. 

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Get your custom playing cards from Custom Boxes Market Canada and enhance the quality and presentation of your brand introduction. Whether you have to sell them as a playing kit or you want to use them as a way for promotion, our company will give you the best of all options.