Customised table plan printing

The importance of a well-designed seating plan

The first thing every guest does when they arrive at a reception hall is to look at where they are going to be seated and with whom they are going to spend the evening. Indeed, a wrong placement could lead to friction and jeopardize the good atmosphere of the evening, so it is essential to take the time to make your seating plan carefully, taking into account the affinities of everyone.

Also, keep in mind that your printable wedding seating chart is part of your decoration, so it would be a shame if the first thing your guests see is a sheet of paper scribbled in haste at the last moment. So, don't hesitate to create an attractive design for your seating chart that matches the theme and other decorative elements in the room.

In order to avoid all your guests jostling for a place on the seating plan at the entrance to the reception hall, we advise you toprint this support in a large enough format that will be readable even from a few metres away, such as A2 or A3 for example. It is also recommended to use a large and fairly simple typeface, whether it is stick or handwriting.

Our advice: avoid marking only the first names of your guests, as this can lead to misunderstandings. So remember to add at least the first letter of each guest's surname.

The different formats available for printing a table plan

Your table plan can be printed in color or in black and white, on the front only or on both sides. If a print on the front is more appropriate for your wedding table plan to be printed because it allows all the guests to easily find each other, the back can be used for the children's table or simply be embellished with a photo or an illustration in accordance with the theme of the ceremony.

As far as the format is concerned, we offer four possibilities:

• A4 format (29.7 x 21 cm)
• The A3 format (29.7 x 42 cm)
• TheA2 format (59.4 x 42 cm)
• A0 format (118.9 x 84.1 cm)

The A2 and A3 formats are perfect for this type of printing as they offer a lot of space without being too imposing, so they can be read from a distance. The smaller A4 format is more suitable for placing directly on the table, creating a reminder of the display available at the entrance to the room. Finally, the A0 format will be perfect for large receptions with many guests, as the front alone will be sufficient to display the names of all the guests.

The paper used for the printing of the table plans is a semi-rigid paper, with a weight of 240g, which allows it to be resistant and to have a high quality finish. When ordering, you can choose between a satin or glossy paper, depending on your taste and the theme of your reception.

Do you want something different? No problem, we have exactly what you need: the roll-up. Printed on a roll-up tarpaulin, your seating plan can be placed anywhere thanks to the integrated stand and can also be moved at your convenience. On the same principle, we can also offer you printing on an L or X banner. The canvas is not rollable but it can also be installed and moved anywhere very easily.

The different options and finishes we offer

Once your table plan is printed, we have the possibility to add several types of finishes. Among these options, there is notably lamination: this process consists in applying a thin plastic layer on your printed wedding table plan in order to embellish its aspect and protect it. You can choose between :

• A glossy lamination, ideal for materials with photos or bright colours
• Matt lamination for a modern and sophisticated look
• A soft-touch lamination, combining a semi-matt finish with a very pleasant velvety feel

You can also add selective varnish, either alone or in addition to the matt lamination. Applied to certain areas only, the varnish can highlight the names of the bride and groom, the theme of the ceremony or the table numbers for example. There are two types of varnish:

• The classic selective varnish , which makes it possible to add highlighting areas
• 3D selective varnish, which adds relief to selected areas

In addition to the appearance, we can also offer you options that willmake it easier for you toinstall your table top and ensure that it is perfectly visible:

• Laminating on a foam backing: this option consists of adding a thin layer of solid foam (5 mm) to the back of your poster, which will allow it to stand perfectly upright on a support such as an easel, without bending.
• Cardboard easel legs: if you wish, we can provide you with a cardboard easel leg to hold your table top and allow it to be positioned vertically on a table.