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Silk paperFor a slight silk sheen to your print.
Uncoated paperA smooth, natural matt finish for a clean, classic look
Kraft paper - 350gsmFor a natural uncoated brown paper
Gloss laminationEnhance your print with a ‘glass look’ shine and a layer of protection with our durable gloss lamination.
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Personalised Certificates
Quantity: x10 | Paper Size: A5 (148 x 210mm) | Orientation: Landscape | Printed Sides: Single Sided | Paper Stock: Kraft | Paper Weight: 350gsm | Lamination: None | Colours: Black Only | Personalisation: No |
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Soft touch laminationAdd a luxurious layer of protection to your print with a soft, velvet-like texture.
Scodix© spot UVA stunning high gloss clear finish to enhance specific areas of your design.
Scodix© gold or silver foilingA beautiful metallic gold or silver foil finish to enhance specific areas of your design.
Silk paperFor a slight silk sheen to your print.
Uncoated paperA smooth, natural matt finish for a clean, classic look
Kraft paper - 350gsmFor a natural uncoated brown paper
Gloss laminationEnhance your print with a ‘glass look’ shine and a layer of protection with our durable gloss lamination.
Matt laminationFor a sophisticated, softer look and feel as well as offering protection to your print.
Soft touch laminationAdd a luxurious layer of protection to your print with a soft, velvet-like texture.
Scodix© spot UVA stunning high gloss clear finish to enhance specific areas of your design.
Scodix© gold or silver foilingA beautiful metallic gold or silver foil finish to enhance specific areas of your design.
Product description
Celebrate achievements with our personalised Certificates, meticulously crafted to honour milestones in style. Available in A4 and A5 sizes and portrait or landscape orientations, these award certificates are designed to leave a lasting impression.
Choose from premium 350gsm or 400gsm silk and uncoated stocks, ensuring your custom certificates stand out with quality and durability. single—or double sided printing to maximise the impact when you design your own certificate.
Elevate your custom award certificates with sophisticated finishes such as spot UV, silver or gold foiling, and matt lamination—perfect for awards, diplomas, and recognition programs—our certificates make every achievement genuinely timeless.
Technical specifications
Award ceremonies, diplomas, special events and more.
Top tip
Consider incorporating gold or silver foiling on prominent elements of your certificates, like logos or headings, to elevate their design and create a sophisticated, premium look.
Looking for more ways to enhance your gatherings? Explore our comprehensive events and parties range.
Design guidelines
To make artwork setup simple, download the relevant template from the Production templates section above. Follow the instructions provided and remember to remove the 'Guide' layer before exporting your artwork as a PDF.
For the best printing results, ensure your artwork and images are in CMYK. If you use RGB, Pantone or spot colours, these will be converted to CMYK during production, which may affect how your colours appear in print.
To avoid font issues, make sure all fonts are embedded or converted to outlines before exporting your PDF. For readability, we recommend using a minimum font size of 10pt.
For the best print quality, aim for images between 300dpi and 450dpi at their final print size. Lower resolutions may appear blurry or pixelated, while higher resolutions can increase file sizes. Check product template for any specific requirements.
To avoid alignment issues during cutting, include crop marks with a 10mm offset and document bleed when exporting your artwork as a PDF. Refer to the relevant product template for the required bleed specifications, as these vary by product.
All artwork must be supplied as a print ready PDF. We recommend exporting in Adobe PDF (Print) format, ideally using the PDF/X 1a:2001 standard.
Need more help preparing your artwork Explore our support guides for further guidance.
Designing with Canva
We offer free Canva templates for many of our products, complete with the correct dimensions, bleed and safe zones. Where available, you'll find the Canva template in the Production templates section above, ready to open and personalise.
Once your design is complete, download it as a PDF Print file and return to our website to place your order and upload your artwork. Remember to remove any guide layers before exporting.
Need help getting started? Read our Canva template guide or explore our wider collection of Canva templates for other products.
Canva uses RGB colour mode by default, which is designed for screens rather than print. For the best printing results, make sure you select CMYK when exporting your artwork. Converting from RGB to CMYK can cause slight colour shifts, so always check your exported PDF carefully before uploading to avoid unexpected results.
Need help with colours? Read our Canva colour guide.
Use fonts of at least 10pt to maintain legibility and keep important text within the safe zone. Use images at 300dpi or higher at their final size to avoid blurry or pixelated results.
Need help with image quality? Read our artwork resolution guide or watch our YouTube tutorial on how to export Canva designs for print.
Extend backgrounds, colours and images into the bleed area to avoid unwanted white edges after trimming. Keep important text, logos and design elements within the safe zone, and follow the bleed requirements for your chosen product.
Need help setting up bleed? Read our Canva bleed setup guide.
When exporting your finished design from Canva, select PDF Print and enable 'Crop Marks and Bleed'. This ensures your artwork includes the necessary bleed for printing. Remember to remove any template guides before downloading your file.
Need help exporting your artwork? Explore our Canva Hub for further guidance, or watch our tutorial below.
Product description
Celebrate achievements with our personalised Certificates, meticulously crafted to honour milestones in style. Available in A4 and A5 sizes and portrait or landscape orientations, these award certificates are designed to leave a lasting impression.
Choose from premium 350gsm or 400gsm silk and uncoated stocks, ensuring your custom certificates stand out with quality and durability. single—or double sided printing to maximise the impact when you design your own certificate.
Elevate your custom award certificates with sophisticated finishes such as spot UV, silver or gold foiling, and matt lamination—perfect for awards, diplomas, and recognition programs—our certificates make every achievement genuinely timeless.
Technical specifications
Award ceremonies, diplomas, special events and more.
Top tip
Consider incorporating gold or silver foiling on prominent elements of your certificates, like logos or headings, to elevate their design and create a sophisticated, premium look.
Looking for more ways to enhance your gatherings? Explore our comprehensive events and parties range.
Design guidelines
To make artwork setup simple, download the relevant template from the Production templates section above. Follow the instructions provided and remember to remove the 'Guide' layer before exporting your artwork as a PDF.
For the best printing results, ensure your artwork and images are in CMYK. If you use RGB, Pantone or spot colours, these will be converted to CMYK during production, which may affect how your colours appear in print.
To avoid font issues, make sure all fonts are embedded or converted to outlines before exporting your PDF. For readability, we recommend using a minimum font size of 10pt.
For the best print quality, aim for images between 300dpi and 450dpi at their final print size. Lower resolutions may appear blurry or pixelated, while higher resolutions can increase file sizes. Check product template for any specific requirements.
To avoid alignment issues during cutting, include crop marks with a 10mm offset and document bleed when exporting your artwork as a PDF. Refer to the relevant product template for the required bleed specifications, as these vary by product.
All artwork must be supplied as a print ready PDF. We recommend exporting in Adobe PDF (Print) format, ideally using the PDF/X 1a:2001 standard.
Need more help preparing your artwork Explore our support guides for further guidance.
Designing with Canva
We offer free Canva templates for many of our products, complete with the correct dimensions, bleed and safe zones. Where available, you'll find the Canva template in the Production templates section above, ready to open and personalise.
Once your design is complete, download it as a PDF Print file and return to our website to place your order and upload your artwork. Remember to remove any guide layers before exporting.
Need help getting started? Read our Canva template guide or explore our wider collection of Canva templates for other products.
Canva uses RGB colour mode by default, which is designed for screens rather than print. For the best printing results, make sure you select CMYK when exporting your artwork. Converting from RGB to CMYK can cause slight colour shifts, so always check your exported PDF carefully before uploading to avoid unexpected results.
Need help with colours? Read our Canva colour guide.
Use fonts of at least 10pt to maintain legibility and keep important text within the safe zone. Use images at 300dpi or higher at their final size to avoid blurry or pixelated results.
Need help with image quality? Read our artwork resolution guide or watch our YouTube tutorial on how to export Canva designs for print.
Extend backgrounds, colours and images into the bleed area to avoid unwanted white edges after trimming. Keep important text, logos and design elements within the safe zone, and follow the bleed requirements for your chosen product.
Need help setting up bleed? Read our Canva bleed setup guide.
When exporting your finished design from Canva, select PDF Print and enable 'Crop Marks and Bleed'. This ensures your artwork includes the necessary bleed for printing. Remember to remove any template guides before downloading your file.
Need help exporting your artwork? Explore our Canva Hub for further guidance, or watch our tutorial below.
In the UK, a standard certificate typically measures 210 mm x 297 mm (A4). However, some certificates may also be printed in 148 x 210mm (A5) or other custom sizes depending on the specific use requirement.
Silk: This paper provides a smooth, slightly shiny surface that enhances vibrancy while minimising glare. Learn more.
Uncoated: This paper offers a natural, matt texture that absorbs ink for a softer print look. Learn more.
Kraft: This paper has a natural, earthy texture with a rich, brown hue, ideal for a rustic or eco-friendly look. Learn more.
Spot UV: This finish adds a glossy, raised coating to specific areas, creating a striking contrast and highlighting key elements. Applied with Scodix technology.
Gold / silver foil: This finish provides a metallic sheen to select areas, giving your design a luxurious and distinctive appearance. Applied with Scodix technology.
The choice of paper for certificates can depend on the occasion. We offer uncoated and silk paper options, both suitable for various uses. For a more premium look, you might consider our Scodix spot UV and foil finishes, which add an elegant touch, particularly for special events or achievements.
Yes, we offer a name personalisation option for your certificates. To do so, select the personalisation option and upload a print-ready PDF with an example name in the position and font required. You will also need to provide the guest names in a .CSV file, with a column for each personalised element of the invitation (up to 4). This file can be submitted using the contact form.
Colour matching is not available on standard online orders. If your print requires a specific colour match, please submit a bespoke quote request, and our team will review your requirements.
The turnaround time for custom certificates depends on your chosen product specification and finishing options. For faster delivery, we offer express production upgrades at an additional cost. To ensure your order is delivered on time, it is important we receive your artwork by the cut-off time indicated on both the product page and basket.
Please note: If your file is submitted after the cut-off time or if corrected artwork isn't provided before the next cut-off time following rejection, it will delay delivery by one working day.
We offer free standard delivery, with optional upgrades available for expedited service, including pre-10:30 AM and pre-12:00 PM for an additional cost.
Yes, we offer international delivery. Contact our Bespoke team for a shipping quote.
Yes, we can arrange split deliveries. Contact our Bespoke team to let us know how you'd like your order sent.
Uploading your custom certificates artwork is a breeze. After placing your order, click the upload button on the confirmation page. You can also upload your artwork through the Orders tab of "My Account".
Most orders are sent in boxes. For larger quantities, we may secure your order on a pallet (kerbside delivery). If your location doesn’t have tail-lift access, please contact us after placing your order so we can help arrange the best delivery option. Be sure to have your order number to hand.
In the UK, a standard certificate typically measures 210 mm x 297 mm (A4). However, some certificates may also be printed in 148 x 210mm (A5) or other custom sizes depending on the specific use requirement.
Silk: This paper provides a smooth, slightly shiny surface that enhances vibrancy while minimising glare. Learn more.
Uncoated: This paper offers a natural, matt texture that absorbs ink for a softer print look. Learn more.
Kraft: This paper has a natural, earthy texture with a rich, brown hue, ideal for a rustic or eco-friendly look. Learn more.
Spot UV: This finish adds a glossy, raised coating to specific areas, creating a striking contrast and highlighting key elements. Applied with Scodix technology.
Gold / silver foil: This finish provides a metallic sheen to select areas, giving your design a luxurious and distinctive appearance. Applied with Scodix technology.
The choice of paper for certificates can depend on the occasion. We offer uncoated and silk paper options, both suitable for various uses. For a more premium look, you might consider our Scodix spot UV and foil finishes, which add an elegant touch, particularly for special events or achievements.
Yes, we offer a name personalisation option for your certificates. To do so, select the personalisation option and upload a print-ready PDF with an example name in the position and font required. You will also need to provide the guest names in a .CSV file, with a column for each personalised element of the invitation (up to 4). This file can be submitted using the contact form.
Colour matching is not available on standard online orders. If your print requires a specific colour match, please submit a bespoke quote request, and our team will review your requirements.
The turnaround time for custom certificates depends on your chosen product specification and finishing options. For faster delivery, we offer express production upgrades at an additional cost. To ensure your order is delivered on time, it is important we receive your artwork by the cut-off time indicated on both the product page and basket.
Please note: If your file is submitted after the cut-off time or if corrected artwork isn't provided before the next cut-off time following rejection, it will delay delivery by one working day.
We offer free standard delivery, with optional upgrades available for expedited service, including pre-10:30 AM and pre-12:00 PM for an additional cost.
Yes, we offer international delivery. Contact our Bespoke team for a shipping quote.
Yes, we can arrange split deliveries. Contact our Bespoke team to let us know how you'd like your order sent.
Uploading your custom certificates artwork is a breeze. After placing your order, click the upload button on the confirmation page. You can also upload your artwork through the Orders tab of "My Account".
Most orders are sent in boxes. For larger quantities, we may secure your order on a pallet (kerbside delivery). If your location doesn’t have tail-lift access, please contact us after placing your order so we can help arrange the best delivery option. Be sure to have your order number to hand.
