{"id":2346,"date":"2025-11-05T09:06:12","date_gmt":"2025-11-05T09:06:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mythesis.co.nz\/?page_id=2346"},"modified":"2025-11-05T21:43:14","modified_gmt":"2025-11-05T21:43:14","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/mythesis.co.nz\/index.php\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row wrap_container=&#8221;yes&#8221; full_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; is_section=&#8221;yes&#8221; section_skin=&#8221;parallax&#8221; remove_margin_top=&#8221;yes&#8221; remove_margin_bottom=&#8221;yes&#8221; remove_border=&#8221;yes&#8221; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column]<h1 class=\"word-rotator slide short\" style=\"text-align:center;\" data-plugin-options=\"{'waittime': 2500, 'pauseOnHover': false}\"><span class=\"word-rotate-prefix\" style=\"\">Frequently Asked Questions | Thesis &amp; Book Binding NZ<\/span> <span class=\"word-rotator-items has-bg\" style=\"font-family:&#039;Open Sans&#039;;color:#ffffff;background:#0088cc;\"><b class=\"active\"><\/b><\/span><\/h1>[vc_empty_space css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Find clear answers to common questions about thesis and book binding, from paper type to turnaround time.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h4|font_size:21|text_align:center|line_height:1&#8243; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; skin=&#8221;primary&#8221; el_class=&#8221;m-b-xl&#8221; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Quick Navigation&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|font_size:1.5em|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;mb-3&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_btn title=&#8221;\ud83d\udcc4 Paper &#038; Format&#8221; color=&#8221;info&#8221; size=&#8221;sm&#8221; link=&#8221;#paper-format&#8221; el_class=&#8221;m-1&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;\ud83d\udcda Binding Types&#8221; color=&#8221;info&#8221; size=&#8221;sm&#8221; link=&#8221;#binding-types&#8221; el_class=&#8221;m-1&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;\ud83c\udf93 University&#8221; color=&#8221;info&#8221; size=&#8221;sm&#8221; link=&#8221;#university&#8221; el_class=&#8221;m-1&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;\ud83d\udda8\ufe0f Printing&#8221; color=&#8221;info&#8221; size=&#8221;sm&#8221; link=&#8221;#printing&#8221; el_class=&#8221;m-1&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;\ud83d\udce6 Delivery&#8221; color=&#8221;info&#8221; size=&#8221;sm&#8221; link=&#8221;#delivery&#8221; el_class=&#8221;m-1&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;\ud83d\udcb3 Payment&#8221; color=&#8221;info&#8221; size=&#8221;sm&#8221; link=&#8221;#payment&#8221; el_class=&#8221;m-1&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;\u2699\ufe0f Technical&#8221; color=&#8221;info&#8221; size=&#8221;sm&#8221; link=&#8221;#technical&#8221; el_class=&#8221;m-1&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row wrap_container=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row wrap_container=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; el_id=&#8221;paper-format&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1643233135917{padding-top: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 50px !important;background-color: #f7f7f7 !important;}&#8221; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-8 vc_col-md-8&#8243;][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; css_animation=&#8221;slideInLeft&#8221; style=&#8221;solid&#8221; el_class=&#8221;custom-border customLineAnimation d-inline-block me-3 mb-1&#8243; accent_color=&#8221;#00a1cd&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Paper &#038; Format&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|font_size:2.3em|text_align:left|color:%23183f72|line_height:24px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; font_weight=&#8221;700&#8243; letter_spacing=&#8221;-.05em&#8221; animation_delay=&#8221;1200&#8243; el_class=&#8221;mb-3 pb-1&#8243; animation_type=&#8221;fadeInUp&#8221; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Essential information about paper size, PDF requirements, margins, and printing options for your thesis or book binding project.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; font_weight=&#8221;400&#8243; letter_spacing=&#8221;0px&#8221; animation_delay=&#8221;1600&#8243; el_class=&#8221;mb-4&#8243; animation_type=&#8221;fadeInUp&#8221; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column animation_delay=&#8221;1600&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-7 vc_col-md-7&#8243; el_class=&#8221;pe-lg-5 mb-5 mb-lg-4&#8243; animation_type=&#8221;fadeInUp&#8221;][vc_accordion active_tab=&#8221;1&#8243; collapsible=&#8221;yes&#8221; type=&#8221;custom&#8221; size=&#8221;panel-group-lg&#8221; use_accordion=&#8221;true&#8221; el_class=&#8221;faq-list&#8221; heading_color=&#8221;#212529&#8243; heading_bg_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221;][vc_accordion_tab title=&#8221;1 &#8211; What size paper do you print on?&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;We print on standard A4 size paper (210mm x 297mm). This is the required size for all New Zealand universities. If you need a custom size, please contact us before ordering.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;mb-0&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=&#8221;2 &#8211; Why do you only issue PDF files and not MS Word?&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;PDF format ensures your document displays exactly as you designed it, regardless of which computer or software opens it. MS Word files can have formatting issues between different versions. We accept PDF files to guarantee:<br \/>\n&#8211; Consistent fonts and layouts<br \/>\n&#8211; Proper image placement<br \/>\n&#8211; No unexpected formatting changes<br \/>\n&#8211; Professional results every time<\/p>\n<p>Recommended free PDF converters:<br \/>\n&#8211; www.pdf2go.com<br \/>\n&#8211; www.freepdfconvert.com<br \/>\n&#8211; www.ilovepdf.com<br \/>\n&#8211; www.smallpdf.com&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;mb-0&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=&#8221;3 &#8211; Do you accept editable PDFs?&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Unfortunately, we can only accept static flat PDF files. Editable PDFs with fillable form fields may cause printing issues. Please save your document as a standard PDF (not a fillable form) before uploading.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;mb-0&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=&#8221;4 &#8211; How does double-sided printing work (duplex printing)?&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Yes, we print double-sided (duplex) by default to save paper and reduce bulk. Most PhD theses use double-sided printing.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;mb-0&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=&#8221;5 &#8211; What is the difference between single-sided and double-sided printing?&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;- Single-sided: Only prints on one side of each page (like photocopies). Results in a thicker book.<br \/>\n&#8211; Double-sided (Duplex): Prints on both sides of the paper (like a published book). More professional and cost-effective.<\/p>\n<p>Recommendation: Most universities and students prefer double-sided printing for a professional finish.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;mb-0&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_accordion_tab][\/vc_accordion][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243; animation_delay=&#8221;1500&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-5 vc_col-md-5 vc_col-xs-9&#8243; el_class=&#8221;floating-images ps-sm-5 mb-lg-4 mx-auto&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;fadeInRight&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;1391&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; style=&#8221;vc_box_circle_2&#8243; css=&#8221;&#8221; animation_delay=&#8221;1400&#8243; floating_start_pos=&#8221;top&#8221; floating_speed=&#8221;9.8&#8243; el_class=&#8221;custom-box-shadow-1 mb-0&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;]<div class=\"porto-ultimate-content-box-container custom-absolute-img custom-absolute-img2\"><style>.porto_ucb_21b6bf01188be9ba0119a2cb5c097588{will-change: box-shadow;box-shadow: none;}.porto_ucb_21b6bf01188be9ba0119a2cb5c097588:hover{box-shadow:none}<\/style><div class=\"porto-ultimate-content-box porto_ucb_21b6bf01188be9ba0119a2cb5c097588\" style=\"\">[vc_single_image image=&#8221;2273&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; style=&#8221;vc_box_circle_2&#8243; css=&#8221;&#8221; animation_delay=&#8221;1200&#8243; floating_start_pos=&#8221;top&#8221; floating_speed=&#8221;9.6&#8243; el_class=&#8221;custom-box-shadow-1 mb-0&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row wrap_container=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; el_id=&#8221;binding-types&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1643233135917{padding-top: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 50px !important;background-color: #f7f7f7 !important;}&#8221; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-8 vc_col-md-8&#8243;][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; css_animation=&#8221;slideInLeft&#8221; style=&#8221;solid&#8221; el_class=&#8221;custom-border customLineAnimation d-inline-block me-3 mb-1&#8243; accent_color=&#8221;#00a1cd&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Binding Types&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|font_size:2.3em|text_align:left|color:%23183f72|line_height:24px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; font_weight=&#8221;700&#8243; letter_spacing=&#8221;-.05em&#8221; animation_delay=&#8221;1200&#8243; el_class=&#8221;mb-3 pb-1&#8243; animation_type=&#8221;fadeInUp&#8221; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Learn about page limits, cover materials, color options, and how to choose between hardcover, softcover, and spiral binding.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; font_weight=&#8221;400&#8243; letter_spacing=&#8221;0px&#8221; animation_delay=&#8221;1600&#8243; el_class=&#8221;mb-4&#8243; animation_type=&#8221;fadeInUp&#8221; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column animation_delay=&#8221;1600&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-7 vc_col-md-7&#8243; el_class=&#8221;pe-lg-5 mb-5 mb-lg-4&#8243; animation_type=&#8221;fadeInUp&#8221;][vc_accordion active_tab=&#8221;1&#8243; collapsible=&#8221;yes&#8221; type=&#8221;custom&#8221; size=&#8221;panel-group-lg&#8221; use_accordion=&#8221;true&#8221; el_class=&#8221;faq-list&#8221; heading_color=&#8221;#212529&#8243; heading_bg_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221;][vc_accordion_tab title=&#8221;6 &#8211; What is the maximum and minimum number of pages in a bound thesis?&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Minimum: We can bind theses as thin as 10 pages<br \/>\nMaximum: Up to 600 pages (approximately 300 sheets for double-sided)<\/p>\n<p>However, we recommend splitting documents over 600 pages into multiple volumes for better handling and durability.<br \/>\n\ud83d\udca1 Tip: Most PhD theses are 150-350 pages. If yours exceeds 600 pages, contact us for advice.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;mb-0&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=&#8221;7 &#8211; Is it worthwhile to put a gutter margin (i.e. make the left margin slightly bigger than the right margin) for double-sided printing?&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;No, you generally don&#8217;t need to adjust gutter margins for modern thesis binding.<br \/>\nWhy? Modern perfect binding (thermal binding) lays flat when opened, so the inner margin doesn&#8217;t disappear into the spine like old-style stitched books.<br \/>\nOur recommendation: Use equal left and right margins (usually 25-30mm on all sides). This creates a clean, professional look.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;mb-0&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=&#8221;8 &#8211; Can I print my thesis on double-sided paper (duplex printing)?&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Yes! Double-sided printing is our standard and recommended option. It:<br \/>\n&#8211; Reduces paper usage (eco-friendly)<br \/>\n&#8211; Creates a professional book-like appearance<br \/>\n&#8211; Is accepted by all NZ universities<br \/>\n&#8211; Costs less than single-sided&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;mb-0&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=&#8221;9 &#8211; Taking the gutter margin into consideration, would you recommend that you consider binding an overall inclusive book\/thesis (margin)?&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;For standard thesis binding, we recommend:<br \/>\nTop margin: 25-30mm<br \/>\nBottom margin: 25-30mm<br \/>\nLeft margin: 30mm (binding side)<br \/>\nRight margin: 25mm<\/p>\n<p>Important: Do NOT add extra gutter margin for modern thermal binding. Our binding process ensures all text remains visible when the book is opened.<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcd0 Pro tip: Most universities provide thesis templates with pre-set margins\u2014use those!&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;mb-0&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=&#8221;10 &#8211; Some of my pages are colour; can I have some colour and some black and white?&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Yes! We charge per colour page, so you can mix black-and-white and colour pages in the same thesis.<br \/>\nHow it works:<br \/>\nBlack &#038; white pages: Standard rate<br \/>\nColour pages: Charged individually<\/p>\n<p>Just upload your PDF as-is\u2014we&#8217;ll automatically detect which pages have colour and charge accordingly.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;mb-0&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=&#8221;11 &#8211; If I have special requirements, is there room for more formal discussions?&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Absolutely! If your thesis has:<br \/>\nNon-standard sizes (not A4)<br \/>\nFold-out pages or inserts<br \/>\nSpecial paper requirements<br \/>\nUnusual binding needs<\/p>\n<p>Please email us at drosely2006@gmail.com or call 021 98 1163 before placing your order. We&#8217;re happy to discuss custom solutions.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;mb-0&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_accordion_tab][\/vc_accordion][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243; animation_delay=&#8221;1500&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-5 vc_col-md-5 vc_col-xs-9&#8243; el_class=&#8221;floating-images ps-sm-5 mb-lg-4 mx-auto&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;fadeInRight&#8221;]<div class=\"porto-ultimate-content-box-container custom-absolute-img custom-absolute-img2\"><style>.porto_ucb_21b6bf01188be9ba0119a2cb5c097588{will-change: box-shadow;box-shadow: none;}.porto_ucb_21b6bf01188be9ba0119a2cb5c097588:hover{box-shadow:none}<\/style><div class=\"porto-ultimate-content-box porto_ucb_21b6bf01188be9ba0119a2cb5c097588\" style=\"\"><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row wrap_container=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; el_id=&#8221;university&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1643233135917{padding-top: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 50px !important;background-color: #f7f7f7 !important;}&#8221; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-8 vc_col-md-8&#8243;][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; css_animation=&#8221;slideInLeft&#8221; style=&#8221;solid&#8221; el_class=&#8221;custom-border customLineAnimation d-inline-block me-3 mb-1&#8243; accent_color=&#8221;#00a1cd&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;University Requirements&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|font_size:2.3em|text_align:left|color:%23183f72|line_height:24px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; font_weight=&#8221;700&#8243; letter_spacing=&#8221;-.05em&#8221; animation_delay=&#8221;1200&#8243; el_class=&#8221;mb-3 pb-1&#8243; animation_type=&#8221;fadeInUp&#8221; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Find out how our binding meets the standards of all major New Zealand universities and our turnaround times for urgent orders.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; font_weight=&#8221;400&#8243; letter_spacing=&#8221;0px&#8221; animation_delay=&#8221;1600&#8243; el_class=&#8221;mb-4&#8243; animation_type=&#8221;fadeInUp&#8221; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column animation_delay=&#8221;1600&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-7 vc_col-md-7&#8243; el_class=&#8221;pe-lg-5 mb-5 mb-lg-4&#8243; animation_type=&#8221;fadeInUp&#8221;][vc_accordion active_tab=&#8221;1&#8243; collapsible=&#8221;yes&#8221; type=&#8221;custom&#8221; size=&#8221;panel-group-lg&#8221; use_accordion=&#8221;true&#8221; el_class=&#8221;faq-list&#8221; heading_color=&#8221;#212529&#8243; heading_bg_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221;][vc_accordion_tab title=&#8221;12 &#8211; How do my binding measures and does it meet the university requirements?&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Yes! Our binding fully complies with the requirements of all major New Zealand universities, including:<br \/>\n\u2705 University of Auckland<br \/>\n\u2705 Victoria University of Wellington<br \/>\n\u2705 University of Canterbury<br \/>\n\u2705 University of Otago<br \/>\n\u2705 Massey University<br \/>\n\u2705 AUT University<br \/>\n\u2705 Waikato University<br \/>\n\u2705 Lincoln University<\/p>\n<p>We follow strict standards for:<br \/>\n&#8211; Cover materials (Buckram)<br \/>\n&#8211; Spine width and strength<br \/>\n&#8211; Foil lettering (gold or silver)<br \/>\n&#8211; Paper quality (80gsm, 100gsm, 120gsm or 160gsm)&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;mb-0&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=&#8221;13 &#8211; Do you offer urgent\/same-day service?&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Yes! We offer:<br \/>\n&#8211; Standard: 5 business days<br \/>\n&#8211; Express: 3 business days (Auckland &#038; Wellington)<br \/>\n&#8211; Urgent: 24 hours (Auckland &#038; Wellington only)<\/p>\n<p>Urgent service fees:<br \/>\n3 business days service: +$80 per copy<br \/>\n24-hour service: +$120 per copy<\/p>\n<p>\u26a0\ufe0f Important: For 24-hour urgent service, please call us first at 021 98 1163 to confirm availability.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;mb-0&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_accordion_tab][\/vc_accordion][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row wrap_container=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; el_id=&#8221;printing&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1643233135917{padding-top: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 50px !important;background-color: #f7f7f7 !important;}&#8221; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-8 vc_col-md-8&#8243;][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; css_animation=&#8221;slideInLeft&#8221; style=&#8221;solid&#8221; el_class=&#8221;custom-border customLineAnimation d-inline-block me-3 mb-1&#8243; accent_color=&#8221;#00a1cd&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Printing Services&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|font_size:2.3em|text_align:left|color:%23183f72|line_height:24px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; font_weight=&#8221;700&#8243; letter_spacing=&#8221;-.05em&#8221; animation_delay=&#8221;1200&#8243; el_class=&#8221;mb-3 pb-1&#8243; animation_type=&#8221;fadeInUp&#8221; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Complete printing and binding services with multiple paper quality options, from economical to premium archival-grade paper.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; font_weight=&#8221;400&#8243; letter_spacing=&#8221;0px&#8221; animation_delay=&#8221;1600&#8243; el_class=&#8221;mb-4&#8243; animation_type=&#8221;fadeInUp&#8221; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column animation_delay=&#8221;1600&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-7 vc_col-md-7&#8243; el_class=&#8221;pe-lg-5 mb-5 mb-lg-4&#8243; animation_type=&#8221;fadeInUp&#8221;][vc_accordion active_tab=&#8221;1&#8243; collapsible=&#8221;yes&#8221; type=&#8221;custom&#8221; size=&#8221;panel-group-lg&#8221; use_accordion=&#8221;true&#8221; el_class=&#8221;faq-list&#8221; heading_color=&#8221;#212529&#8243; heading_bg_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221;][vc_accordion_tab title=&#8221;14 &#8211; Do you also offer a printing service?&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Yes! We offer complete print + bind services. Simply upload your PDF, select your binding options, and we&#8217;ll print and bind your thesis professionally.<\/p>\n<p>Our printing includes:<br \/>\n&#8211; High-quality laser printing<br \/>\n&#8211; 80gsm economic paper, 100gsm standard paper, and 160gsm High quality premium paper<br \/>\n&#8211; Color or black-and-white options<br \/>\n&#8211; Double-sided or single-sided<\/p>\n<p>Price includes printing + binding in one package.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;mb-0&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_accordion_tab][\/vc_accordion][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row wrap_container=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; el_id=&#8221;delivery&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1643233135917{padding-top: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 50px !important;background-color: #f7f7f7 !important;}&#8221; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-8 vc_col-md-8&#8243;][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; css_animation=&#8221;slideInLeft&#8221; style=&#8221;solid&#8221; el_class=&#8221;custom-border customLineAnimation d-inline-block me-3 mb-1&#8243; accent_color=&#8221;#00a1cd&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Delivery &#038; Shipping&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|font_size:2.3em|text_align:left|color:%23183f72|line_height:24px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; font_weight=&#8221;700&#8243; letter_spacing=&#8221;-.05em&#8221; animation_delay=&#8221;1200&#8243; el_class=&#8221;mb-3 pb-1&#8243; animation_type=&#8221;fadeInUp&#8221; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Fast, trackable delivery across New Zealand. We can deliver directly to your university, home, or any address you specify.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; font_weight=&#8221;400&#8243; letter_spacing=&#8221;0px&#8221; animation_delay=&#8221;1600&#8243; el_class=&#8221;mb-4&#8243; animation_type=&#8221;fadeInUp&#8221; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column animation_delay=&#8221;1600&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-7 vc_col-md-7&#8243; el_class=&#8221;pe-lg-5 mb-5 mb-lg-4&#8243; animation_type=&#8221;fadeInUp&#8221;][vc_accordion active_tab=&#8221;1&#8243; collapsible=&#8221;yes&#8221; type=&#8221;custom&#8221; size=&#8221;panel-group-lg&#8221; use_accordion=&#8221;true&#8221; el_class=&#8221;faq-list&#8221; heading_color=&#8221;#212529&#8243; heading_bg_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221;][vc_accordion_tab title=&#8221;15 &#8211; Can you deliver direct to the university?&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Yes, we can deliver directly to:<br \/>\nYour university department<br \/>\nUniversity library<br \/>\nStudent accommodation<br \/>\nAny address in New Zealand<\/p>\n<p>Simply enter the delivery address during checkout. We use trackable courier services for all deliveries.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;mb-0&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=&#8221;16 &#8211; How do I track my order?&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Once your order is dispatched, you&#8217;ll receive:<br \/>\n&#8211; Email confirmation with tracking number<br \/>\n&#8211; SMS notification with courier details<br \/>\n&#8211; Estimated delivery date<\/p>\n<p>You can track your parcel in real-time through the courier&#8217;s website.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;mb-0&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=&#8221;17 &#8211; How much does delivery cost?&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;- New Zealand: $10.50 flat rate<br \/>\n&#8211; Rural delivery: +$5.00&#8243; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;mb-0&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_accordion_tab][\/vc_accordion][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row wrap_container=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; el_id=&#8221;payment&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1643233135917{padding-top: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 50px !important;background-color: #f7f7f7 !important;}&#8221; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-8 vc_col-md-8&#8243;][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; css_animation=&#8221;slideInLeft&#8221; style=&#8221;solid&#8221; el_class=&#8221;custom-border customLineAnimation d-inline-block me-3 mb-1&#8243; accent_color=&#8221;#00a1cd&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Payment &#038; Orders&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|font_size:2.3em|text_align:left|color:%23183f72|line_height:24px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; font_weight=&#8221;700&#8243; letter_spacing=&#8221;-.05em&#8221; animation_delay=&#8221;1200&#8243; el_class=&#8221;mb-3 pb-1&#8243; animation_type=&#8221;fadeInUp&#8221; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Flexible payment options including all major credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and bank transfer. Secure checkout guaranteed.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; font_weight=&#8221;400&#8243; letter_spacing=&#8221;0px&#8221; animation_delay=&#8221;1600&#8243; el_class=&#8221;mb-4&#8243; animation_type=&#8221;fadeInUp&#8221; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column animation_delay=&#8221;1600&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-7 vc_col-md-7&#8243; el_class=&#8221;pe-lg-5 mb-5 mb-lg-4&#8243; animation_type=&#8221;fadeInUp&#8221;][vc_accordion active_tab=&#8221;1&#8243; collapsible=&#8221;yes&#8221; type=&#8221;custom&#8221; size=&#8221;panel-group-lg&#8221; use_accordion=&#8221;true&#8221; el_class=&#8221;faq-list&#8221; heading_color=&#8221;#212529&#8243; heading_bg_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221;][vc_accordion_tab title=&#8221;18 &#8211; What payment methods do you offer?&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;We accept all major payment methods:<br \/>\nCredit cards (Visa, Mastercard)<br \/>\nDebit cards<br \/>\nBank transfer<br \/>\nApple Pay<br \/>\nGoogle Pay<br \/>\nLink<\/p>\n<p>All payments are processed securely through our encrypted checkout.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;mb-0&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=&#8221;19 &#8211; How can I contact you about my order?&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;You can reach us:<br \/>\n\ud83d\udce7 Email: drosely2006@gmail.com<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcde Phone: 021 98 1163<br \/>\n\ud83d\udd52 Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:30 am-6:30pm NZST<\/p>\n<p>Response time:<br \/>\nEmail: Within 4 hours on business days<br \/>\nPhone: Immediate during business hours&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;mb-0&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=&#8221;20 &#8211; Can I cancel or modify my order?&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Before printing starts: Yes, free cancellation or modifications<br \/>\nAfter printing starts: Contact us immediately\u2014we&#8217;ll do our best to accommodate changes (fees may apply)<\/p>\n<p>To modify an order: Email us at drosely2006@gmail.com with your order number ASAP.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;mb-0&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_accordion_tab][\/vc_accordion][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row wrap_container=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; el_id=&#8221;technical&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1643233135917{padding-top: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 50px !important;background-color: #f7f7f7 !important;}&#8221; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-8 vc_col-md-8&#8243;][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; css_animation=&#8221;slideInLeft&#8221; style=&#8221;solid&#8221; el_class=&#8221;custom-border customLineAnimation d-inline-block me-3 mb-1&#8243; accent_color=&#8221;#00a1cd&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Technical &#038; Quality&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|font_size:2.3em|text_align:left|color:%23183f72|line_height:24px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; font_weight=&#8221;700&#8243; letter_spacing=&#8221;-.05em&#8221; animation_delay=&#8221;1200&#8243; el_class=&#8221;mb-3 pb-1&#8243; animation_type=&#8221;fadeInUp&#8221; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Detailed technical specifications, cover material comparisons, paper quality options, and our 100% quality guarantee policy.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; font_weight=&#8221;400&#8243; letter_spacing=&#8221;0px&#8221; animation_delay=&#8221;1600&#8243; el_class=&#8221;mb-4&#8243; animation_type=&#8221;fadeInUp&#8221; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column animation_delay=&#8221;1600&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-7 vc_col-md-7&#8243; el_class=&#8221;pe-lg-5 mb-5 mb-lg-4&#8243; animation_type=&#8221;fadeInUp&#8221;][vc_accordion active_tab=&#8221;1&#8243; collapsible=&#8221;yes&#8221; type=&#8221;custom&#8221; size=&#8221;panel-group-lg&#8221; use_accordion=&#8221;true&#8221; el_class=&#8221;faq-list&#8221; heading_color=&#8221;#212529&#8243; heading_bg_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221;][vc_accordion_tab title=&#8221;21 &#8211; What is the difference between Leatherette and Buckram covers&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Buckram:<br \/>\n&#8211; Durable woven cloth material<br \/>\n&#8211; University-standard material<br \/>\n&#8211; More affordable<br \/>\n&#8211; Available in 5 colors<\/p>\n<p>Leatherette:<br \/>\n&#8211; Soft, premium leather-like texture<br \/>\n&#8211; More elegant and gift-appropriate<br \/>\n&#8211; Slightly more expensive<br \/>\n&#8211; Available in 2 colors<\/p>\n<p>Recommendation:<br \/>\n&#8211; Thesis: Buckram (meets all standards)<br \/>\n&#8211; Personal\/gift copies, such as Family history book, Memoir &#038; Novels, Poetry Book, Recipe Book: Leatherette (more luxurious)&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;mb-0&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=&#8221;22 &#8211; What colors are available for covers?&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Buckram cloth: 4 standard colors including:<br \/>\n&#8211; Black (most popular)<br \/>\n&#8211; Blue<br \/>\n&#8211; Green<br \/>\n&#8211; Red<\/p>\n<p>Leatherette: 2 premium colors:<br \/>\n&#8211; Black<br \/>\n&#8211; Burgundy&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;mb-0&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=&#8221;23 &#8211; Can I choose gold or silver foil lettering?&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Yes! You can choose:<br \/>\n&#8211; Gold foil (traditional, most popular)<br \/>\n&#8211; Silver foil (modern, elegant)<br \/>\n&#8211; Pricing: Same price for both gold and silver.<\/p>\n<p>Lettering includes:<br \/>\n&#8211; Spine: shortened title + your name<br \/>\n&#8211; Front cover: thesis title + Your name&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;mb-0&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=&#8221;24 &#8211; What paper quality do you use?&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Economic: 80gsm white paper<br \/>\n&#8211; University-approved quality<\/p>\n<p>Standard: 100gsm premium white paper<br \/>\n&#8211; University-approved quality<br \/>\n&#8211; Smooth finish for professional appearance<br \/>\n&#8211; Suitable for most theses<\/p>\n<p>Premium: 160gsm recycled paper (Platinum package)<br \/>\n&#8211; Thicker, more luxurious feel<br \/>\n&#8211; Eco-friendly recycled material<br \/>\n&#8211; Best for archival copies&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;mb-0&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=&#8221;25 &#8211; How thick will my thesis be after binding?&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Approximate spine thickness:<br \/>\n&#8211; 100 pages = ~10mm spine<br \/>\n&#8211; 200 pages = ~20mm spine<br \/>\n&#8211; 300 pages = ~30mm spine<br \/>\n&#8211; 400 pages = ~40mm spine<\/p>\n<p>Note: Actual thickness depends on paper type and binding method.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;mb-0&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=&#8221;26 &#8211; Can I order multiple copies at once?&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Yes! Most students order 2-4 copies:<br \/>\n&#8211; 1 copy for university library<br \/>\n&#8211; 1 copy for tutor<br \/>\n&#8211; 1-2 personal copies for family\/keeping<\/p>\n<p>Bulk discount: Orders of 2+ copies receive more than 10-25% discount automatically at checkout.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23777777|line_height:26px&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;mb-0&#8243; css_params=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=&#8221;27 &#8211; Do you offer Bible restoration or book repair services?&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Yes! 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