Playing Card Printing.
Custom playing cards with opaque-core cardstock, vivid color reproduction, and professional tuck boxes. Standard poker decks, tarot decks, and custom card games produced at scale in our factory.
What It Is
Playing cards are rigid cardstock pieces printed with game content, including standard 52-card poker decks, tarot decks, and fully custom card games. The format requires flexible yet durable cardstock, often with a black or blue core for opacity, precise die-cutting for uniform shapes, and consistent printing across the deck. We produce custom playing cards for game publishers, promotional brands, casinos, and artists.
Popular Specifications
Common configurations we produce every day
| Spec | Options |
|---|---|
Cardstock | 280–330gsm with an opaque black or blue core |
Core | Black or blue opaque core prevents see-through |
Finish | Air-cushion (linen) or smooth finish |
Size | Poker (2.5×3.5 in), Bridge (2.25×3.5 in), Tarot (2.75×4.75 in), custom |
Color | Full color CMYK, front and back |
Edges | Precision die-cut with rounded corners |
Packaging | Custom-printed tuck box, rigid box, or tin |
Starting Quantity | 500+ decks |
Why This Product Works in Bulk
Key benefits that make this format ideal for volume orders
Professional card materials
Opaque-core cardstock with an optional air-cushion finish provides the shuffle feel and durability expected from a professionally produced deck.
Opaque core reduces show-through
A black or blue core layer between the printed faces limits light transmission and helps prevent card values from showing through.
Custom game support
Beyond standard poker decks, we produce tarot decks, branded decks, and custom games with card counts and sizes tailored to production specifications.
Professional tuck box packaging
Custom-printed tuck boxes with your design create a complete retail product. Rigid boxes and tins available for premium editions.
Precise die-cutting
Controlled cutting tolerances keep card size and shape consistent throughout the deck — important for gameplay and shuffling.
Common Use Cases
Who orders this product and what they use it for
Custom Poker Decks
Branded poker decks with custom face and back designs for promotional and retail use.
Tarot & Oracle
Custom tarot and oracle card decks for spiritual publishers and independent creators.
Tabletop Card Games
Complete card games with custom rules, card designs, and packaging for game publishers.
Promotional Decks
Branded playing card decks as corporate gifts, event giveaways, and marketing premiums.
Casino & Gaming
Casino-quality card decks for gaming establishments and promotional use.
Customization Options
Mix and match to create your perfect product
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about this product
An opaque core is a black or blue layer sandwiched between the front and back printing of each card. It limits light transmission and reduces the chance of card values showing through.
Air-cushion (linen) finish has a subtle texture that creates tiny air pockets between cards. This makes cards easier to shuffle, deal, and handle — the standard for professional playing cards.
Yes. We can print unique card designs with custom card counts and sizes within our production specifications. We also produce rule books and packaging for complete game products.
A standard poker deck has 54 cards (52 + 2 jokers). Tarot decks typically have 78 cards. Custom game counts are confirmed from the project specifications.
Cards are collated, stacked, and placed in a custom-printed tuck box. Premium editions use rigid boxes or metal tins. Each deck can be shrink-wrapped.
What We Need to Quote
- Card size and format
- Number of cards per deck
- Cardstock and core type
- Finish preference
- Front and back design status
- Packaging type
- Quantity (number of decks)
- Delivery destination
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