Classic Business Cards

Just two papers – classic demimatt or gloss – provide infinite ways to introduce yourself. Paper business cards are an essential communication tool: take them with you to business meetings, give them to contacts at a trade fairs or hand them out in your shop..

3 sizes
Option of different front and back

Classic Business Cards: Simple, Professional, Effective

Some things never go out of style. Classic business cards remain one of the most effective and essential communication tools for professionals across every industry. In a world of digital connections and fleeting online interactions, a physical card still carries a unique power — it's tangible, personal and memorable in a way that an email or a LinkedIn request simply cannot replicate. Whether you're heading to a business meeting, exhibiting at a trade fair or welcoming customers into your shop, a well-designed standard business card makes a lasting first impression and ensures your contact details are always close to hand.

At Pixartprinting, we make it easy to print high-quality classic business cards online — with low prices, full customisation and free delivery on every order. With over 30 years' experience in the printing industry and a constant commitment to quality, we're the trusted choice for professionals and businesses across the UK.

Standard Business Card Formats

The format of your business card says a lot about your brand before anyone even reads a word. Our classic business cards are available in three standard sizes, each suited to different preferences and professional contexts:

8.5 x 5.5 cm — a slightly taller format that gives you a little extra space for your details, logo or a short tagline. A great choice if your design needs room to breathe.
9 x 5 cm — the most widely used standard business card size in the UK, fitting neatly into wallets, cardholders and pockets. Familiar, practical and universally recognised.
8.5 x 5 cm — a compact and traditional format, neat and easy to carry. Ideal for minimalist designs where simplicity is key.

All formats are available with full bleed printing on both sides, giving you complete freedom to make the most of every centimetre of your card. Not sure which size is right for you? Our downloadable Template includes precise guidelines to help you set up your artwork correctly for any format.

Paper Options for Your Classic Business Cards

The paper you choose for your standard business cards has a significant impact on how they look, feel and are perceived by the people who receive them. A heavier card stock conveys quality and confidence; the right finish can reinforce your brand identity at a glance. At Pixartprinting, we offer two premium coated papers for our classic business cards, each available in 250 gsm, 300 gsm or 350 gsm to suit your desired level of thickness and quality:

Classic Demimatt (Matt Coated): A long-lasting white, wood-free, matt coated paper that enhances the quality of photographs, bringing out the smallest details perfectly and producing clear, crisp text. Its subtle, non-reflective surface gives your cards a refined and understated look — ideal for professionals who want their design to speak quietly but confidently. Matt coated paper is also easy to write on, which can be useful if you like to jot a note on the back of a card before handing it over.
Classic Gloss (Gloss Coated): A white, wood-free, gloss coated paper with a bright, silky finish. Its durability and sheen produce long-lasting, sharp printed images with rich, full colours — making it the ideal choice for bold, colour-rich designs and vivid photography. If your brand identity relies on strong visuals and striking colour, gloss coated paper will make your classic business cards truly stand out.

As a general rule, matt coated paper suits minimal, elegant and text-heavy designs, while gloss coated paper works beautifully with colour-led and image-driven layouts. Whichever you choose, you can be confident that your cards will be printed to the highest standard using the latest digital printing technology.

Why Print Your Standard Business Cards with Pixartprinting?

Pixartprinting is one of Europe's leading online printing companies, with over 30 years' experience delivering high-quality printed products at competitive prices to businesses and individuals across the UK and beyond. We continuously invest in cutting-edge machinery, materials and technology to ensure that every product we produce meets the highest standards — and our classic business cards are no exception. Here's why thousands of UK customers choose us:

Low prices: Our investment in the latest printing technology and high-volume production capabilities allow us to offer professional-quality standard business cards at some of the most competitive prices in the UK — without ever compromising on quality.
Full customisation: Choose your size, paper type and weight, then upload your own artwork or create your design using our free online editor. Every card is printed exactly to your specifications.
Fast turnaround: Need your cards quickly? We offer a range of delivery options to suit every deadline, including express services for those last-minute orders before an important event or meeting.
Free delivery, always: Every order — no matter the size or value — is delivered free of charge to any address in the UK. No minimum spend, no exceptions.
Expert support: Our friendly and knowledgeable customer service team is on hand to help you at every stage of your order — from choosing the right paper and format to preparing your artwork file and tracking your delivery.

How to Order Your Classic Business Cards Online

Ordering your standard business cards from Pixartprinting is quick, straightforward and entirely online. Here's how it works:

Configure your product: Select your preferred size, paper type, weight, quantity and delivery timeframe using the options on this page. Your price will update in real time as you make your selections, so you'll always know exactly what you're paying before you commit.
Prepare your artwork: Download the Template and Instructions for your chosen format to ensure your print file is set up correctly — with the right dimensions, bleed and resolution. Following the guidelines carefully will help ensure your finished cards look exactly as you intend.
Place your order: Add your configured product to your basket, complete your purchase and upload your print-ready file. Once your file has been checked and approved, we'll get to work straight away.

Don't have a print-ready file? No problem at all. Use our free online editor to design your classic business cards directly in your browser — no software download or design experience required — or browse our library of customisable templates to get started in minutes.

Free Delivery on Every Business Card Order, Always

At Pixartprinting, free delivery isn't a limited-time promotion or a reward for spending over a certain amount — it's simply how we operate. Every single order of classic business cards is shipped to your chosen UK address completely free of charge, whether you're ordering 100 cards for personal use or 10,000 for a nationwide campaign. We believe that professional-quality printing should be accessible to everyone, and that means no surprise costs at checkout. What you see is what you pay — nothing more.

Design Your Standard Business Cards with Our Free Online Editor

You don't need to be a graphic designer — or hire one — to create beautiful classic business cards. Our free online editor gives you everything you need to design your cards directly in your browser, with no software to download and no design skills required. Simply choose your format, add your logo and brand colours, select from a wide range of fonts, and arrange your contact details exactly as you'd like them to appear. You can preview your design in real time before placing your order, giving you complete confidence that your finished cards will look exactly as you intend. It's intuitive, flexible and completely free to use with any order on our website.

Free Business Card Templates to Get You Started

Looking for inspiration or a head start on your design? Browse our collection of free, professionally designed business card templates , created to suit a wide range of industries, styles and brand personalities. From clean and minimal layouts for consultants and creatives, to bold and vibrant designs for retail and hospitality businesses, there's a template to suit every professional. Each template is fully customisable — simply edit the text, swap in your logo and adjust the colours to match your brand, and you'll have a print-ready design in no time.

How to Create an Effective Classic Business Card

A great standard business card does far more than just share your contact details — it communicates your brand values, your professionalism and your personality at a glance. The best business cards are clear, uncluttered and immediately legible: your name, job title, company and key contact information should be easy to find without the reader having to search for them. Choose a paper finish that reflects the tone of your brand — a gloss finish for something vibrant and energetic, a matt finish for something refined and understated — and don't neglect the reverse side of the card, which offers valuable additional space for a logo, a tagline or a QR code.

For more detailed guidance, take a look at our in-depth guide on how to create an effective business card , or browse our article on ideas for your business cards for creative inspiration across a range of industries and styles.

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