{"product_id":"custom-hardcover-board-book-157gsm-art-paper-cover-with-2-3mm-gray-board-offset-digital-printing-bulk-publishing-services","title":"Custom Hardcover Board Book | 157gsm Art Paper Cover with 2-3mm Gray Board | Offset \u0026 Digital Printing | Bulk Publishing Services","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 1200px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 20px; background: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- LAYER 1: Quick B2B Sourcing Overview --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(6,1fr); gap: 12px; padding: 18px 0; background: #E9E4E0; border-radius: 0; margin-bottom: 24px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; padding: 9px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMOQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFlexible\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; padding: 9px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLead Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e10-15 business days\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; padding: 9px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper Board\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; padding: 9px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKey Spec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHard Cover 2-3mm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; padding: 9px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOffset \/ Digital\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; padding: 9px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompliance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterial Data\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- LAYER 2: Attribute Data Matrix --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: rgba(112,74,76,0.89); border-bottom: 2px solid #E9E4E0; padding-bottom: 12px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eAttribute Data Matrix\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background: #fff; margin-bottom: 32px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead style=\"background: #E9E4E0; color: rgba(112,74,76,0.89);\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePaper Board, Cardboard, Art Paper, Coated Paper, Kraft Paper, Corrugated Board, Offset Paper, Duplex Board, Fancy Paper, Newsprint Paper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMultiple options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCover Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e157gsm art paper, Cloth, PU Leather\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePremium options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eGray Board\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2mm, 2.5mm, 3mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDurable construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePrinting Methods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOffset, Digital, UV, Silk Screen, Flexographic, Gold Stamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMultiple options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSurface Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFilm Lamination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eProtective finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFinishing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eEmbossing, Debossing, Gold Stamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTactile effects\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eColor Options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCMYK + Pantone Matching\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBrand color accuracy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAQL Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2.5% defect tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSample Available\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1 piece min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePrint handling verification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOwn Printing Factory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eQuality control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eGuangdong, China\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eExport manufacturing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- LAYER 3: Technical Comparison Analysis --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: rgba(112,74,76,0.89); border-bottom: 2px solid #E9E4E0; padding-bottom: 12px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eTechnical Comparison: Hardcover Board Book vs. Standard Softcover Children's Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background: #fff; margin-bottom: 32px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead style=\"background: #E9E4E0; color: rgba(112,74,76,0.89);\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eHardcover Board Book (This Product)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eStandard Softcover Book\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCover Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e157gsm art paper + 2-3mm gray board\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eStandard paper cover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDurability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eEnhanced hard cover protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLimited protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePrinting Methods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOffset, Digital, UV, Silk Screen, Flexographic, Gold Stamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLimited\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSurface Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFilm Lamination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLimited or none\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePaper Options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e10+ paper types\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLimited\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCustomization\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFull customization\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLimited\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMOQ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFlexible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eVaries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- LAYER 4: Multi-Scenario Buyer Applications --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: rgba(112,74,76,0.89); border-bottom: 2px solid #E9E4E0; padding-bottom: 12px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eMulti-Scenario Buyer Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #E9E4E0; padding: 18px; margin-bottom: 16px; border-radius: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: rgba(112,74,76,0.89); margin-top: 0;\"\u003eScenario 1: Children's Educational Book Publishing Program\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuyer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Publishing Brand Manager at a children's book publishing company | \u003cstrong\u003eContext:\u003c\/strong\u003e Educational book program requiring 1000 custom hardcover board books for retail distribution\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Publishing Brand Manager needed 1000 custom hardcover board books for a children's educational publishing program. The flexible MOQ supported the 1000-piece order with multiple titles. The hard cover construction with 157gsm art paper and 2mm gray board provided durability for repeated use in educational settings. Offset printing with full CMYK process reproduced educational illustrations with accurate color reproduction. Film lamination provided surface protection for library and classroom use. Multiple paper options including art paper and coated paper were selected for their illustration reproduction quality. The 10-15 day production timeline aligned with the educational season launch schedule. The own printing factory ensured consistent quality across the full run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutcome:\u003c\/strong\u003e The educational books received positive feedback from educators and parents. The Publishing Brand Manager reordered 1500 books for the following educational season with expanded title offerings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #E9E4E0; padding: 18px; margin-bottom: 16px; border-radius: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: rgba(112,74,76,0.89); margin-top: 0;\"\u003eScenario 2: Corporate Promotional Book Program\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuyer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corporate Gift Program Manager at a financial services firm | \u003cstrong\u003eContext:\u003c\/strong\u003e Client appreciation gift program requiring 200 custom hardcover books for key account recognition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Corporate Gift Program Manager needed 200 custom hardcover books for a client appreciation program. The flexible MOQ supported the 200-piece order with custom branding. The hard cover construction with cloth cover material and 2.5mm gray board provided premium presentation for corporate gifts. Gold stamping on the cover with the firm's logo provided premium metallic branding. Embossing created tactile effects for enhanced presentation. Digital printing on premium art paper reproduced custom content with high-quality resolution. Custom dimensions accommodated the specific content layout. The 10-15 day production timeline aligned with the year-end gifting schedule. Sample orders from 1 piece allowed for design verification before bulk production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutcome:\u003c\/strong\u003e Client feedback on the custom books was positive, with several clients noting the premium presentation. The Gift Program Manager reordered 300 books for the following year's expanded program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #E9E4E0; padding: 18px; margin-bottom: 32px; border-radius: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: rgba(112,74,76,0.89); margin-top: 0;\"\u003eScenario 3: Educational Material Distribution Program\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuyer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Educational Product Buyer at a school supply distributor | \u003cstrong\u003eContext:\u003c\/strong\u003e Educational material program requiring 500 custom board books for curriculum distribution\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Educational Product Buyer needed 500 custom board books for a school curriculum distribution program across 50 school districts. The flexible MOQ supported the 500-piece order with multiple grade-level content variations. The hard cover construction with 3mm gray board provided maximum durability for classroom use. Film lamination provided surface protection against frequent handling. Kraft paper options supported sustainable school district requirements. Offset printing provided cost-effective high-volume production with consistent quality. The 10-15 day production timeline aligned with the curriculum distribution schedule. Custom sizes accommodated specific content requirements for different grade levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutcome:\u003c\/strong\u003e The educational books were well-received by schools and teachers. The Educational Product Buyer reordered 750 books for the following curriculum season with additional grade-level content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- LAYER 5: FAQ Matrix --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: rgba(112,74,76,0.89); border-bottom: 2px solid #E9E4E0; padding-bottom: 12px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eFAQ Matrix\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 32px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; padding: 18px; margin-bottom: 12px; border: 1px solid #E9E4E0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What are the exact specifications for the hard cover construction and board thickness options?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The hard cover construction uses 157gsm art paper, cloth, or PU leather with gray board options of 2mm, 2.5mm, or 3mm thickness. The cover material and board thickness are selected based on durability requirements and program specifications. The construction is verified during quality inspection for structural integrity and durability. Multiple cover material options provide flexibility for different applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; padding: 18px; margin-bottom: 12px; border: 1px solid #E9E4E0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What are the shipping options and transit times for different quantities to US and EU destinations?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: For 100-500 piece orders, express shipping is available with 5-7 day transit. For 500+ piece orders, sea freight offers economical shipping with 18-22 day transit to US\/EU ports. Shipping from Guangdong, China port of dispatch with export carton packaging. Pallet shipping available for bulk orders. All shipping includes commercial invoice, packing list, and certificate of origin documentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; padding: 18px; margin-bottom: 12px; border: 1px solid #E9E4E0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How are production runs validated for color accuracy and print quality across multiple printing methods?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Each production run begins with a color calibration check against the approved artwork proof. Paper materials are inspected at intake for quality and consistency. Printing parameters are verified for each method (offset, digital, UV, silk screen, flexographic, gold stamp). A sample is pulled for approval verification. Pre-shipment quality photos are provided for confirmation. Compliance with AQL 2.5 is verified through in-line inspection and final quality check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyBatch","offers":[{"title":"custom \/ Black","offer_id":48647271874717,"sku":"106053874508","price":2.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"custom \/ Mixed Color","offer_id":48647271907485,"sku":"106053874509","price":2.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/1354\/3325\/files\/H1a87639505464da199a386754ea0c82eI.webp?v=1784294800","url":"https:\/\/www.supplybatch.com\/products\/custom-hardcover-board-book-157gsm-art-paper-cover-with-2-3mm-gray-board-offset-digital-printing-bulk-publishing-services","provider":"SupplyBatch","version":"1.0","type":"link"}