Frequently Asked Questions
	Products How can I see a sample of an AsukaBook? Can I purchase an AsukaBook sample? What is the difference between pages and sides? Can I have a variable number of pages/sides in my book? What page finishes are available? What is the difference between Laminate pages and Varnish pages? What is the difference between Book Bound EX and Book Bound Hard Cover? What is the difference between Book Bound LX and Book Bound FLX? What is Hot Stamping Text? Why is the Hot Stamping Text only available in gold or silver? Do book cases cost extra? How can I see a sample of an AsukaBook? You can see samples of AsukaBook products at many photography related conventions, seminars, or workshops. We can send you sample pages printed on the press with the type of paper and different page finishes available. You may also purchase or borrow a sample set if you do not have time to prepare your own. If you are interested in upcoming events, or to request sample pages or a sample set of books, please contact us or call on 01992 631 414. Can I purchase an AsukaBook sample? You may purchase a sample book set if you do not have time to prepare your own. If you are interested in purchasing a set, please contact us for details. What is the difference between pages and sides? There is no difference at all. A spread of a book has 2 pages or 2 sides. Can I have a variable number of pages/sides in my book? Unfortunately no. You must select from the preset options available. We have increased our product line to include the options in 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90 and 100 sides to give our customers more choices. What page finishes are available? Depending on your book choice you will have the option of Laminate matt, Laminate glossy or Varnish Coating page finish. What is the difference between Laminate pages and Varnish pages? Our Laminate glossy and Laminate matt finishes have a laminate coating that makes the pages a bit thicker with more protection from normal wear and tear than our third option, Varnish. Laminate glossy finish has a high gloss appearance and is great for images with a lot of bright colours, as it makes the colours really pop. Laminate matt finish has a really soft and smooth finish in appearance and to the touch. We often suggest the Matt finish for black and white images, or if you have a wedding with a very romantic feel, a lot of light pinks or pastel shades throughout the design. The Varnish finish is somewhat of a semi-gloss. It is sometimes compared to a lustre or a satin finish. As mentioned above, the Varnish is a bit thinner than the laminate finishes, but the cost is comparatively less as well. Do you offer an books with thicker pages? We do! Our DVD Presentation Book and NeoClassic Book™ contain the thicker, board style pages of classic flush mount albums. What is the difference between Book Bound EX and Book Bound Hard Cover? A Book Bound EX book is a Book Bound Hard Cover book with ''Extras''! An EX book also includes a fully designable matching slip jacket for additional protection and aesthetic value. It also includes a red or black slide in case with optional hot stamping text rather than the frosted plastic case that is offered with a Book Bound Hard Cover book. What is the difference between a Book Bound EX book and an EXD book? Book Bound EX comes with a black or red book case with optional Hot Stamping Text while the EXD comes with a custom designable book case. What is the difference between Book Bound LX and Book Bound FLX? Book Bound LX books have an upscale premium genuine leather cover. The leather is from natural hides with some slight variations in the texture and colour adding uniqueness and authenticity of the product. Book Bound FLX books have the feel of fine leather in an ''Animal Friendly'' product. It has a smooth clean and consistent feel and is a great synthetic alternative to genuine leather as well as being offered at a lower price point. What is the difference between the Book Bound books and the Zen Layflat books? The only difference is binding itself. The Book Bound books are bound with our "perfect binding". These books will lose about a half inch in the center of the book to the gutter; the area where the book is bound. The Zen Layflat books feature our patent pending, invisible binding which allows you to fully display your images without gutter loss. How does the Zen Layflat Impact line differ from the other Zen books? Zen Layflat Impact line comes with your choice of cover in genuine leather, animal friendly leather or our new material covers. These books are showcased in a designable deluxe presentation box that includes a plush felt lining with book holder and DVD placeholder. What is Hot Stamping Text? Hot stamping text is defined as a dry printing process, which uses controlled heat, pressure, and precision timing to transfer a colour pigment from foil to surfaces of varied shapes and materials. This process forms a permanent bond between the part and the foil, and creates a dry print. Why is the Hot Stamping Text only available in gold or silver? AsukaBook has found Gold and Silver highlights the text best on our products. Both provide a classic, stylish accent to our Book Bound EX, Zen Layflat EX cases and DVD Presentation Book cases, as well as the covers of our Book Bound LX / FLX and Zen Layflat Impact. Do book cases/boxes cost extra? No, all books include a book case or box. If you would like to purchase additional book cases/boxes, please contact us. Pricing for additional book cases/boxes can be obtained from us.