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Self-mailer Layout

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To discuss self-mailer layout options, incorporating your layout into Business Reply Mail, or general printing and distribution questions, call us at 503-823-4448.

For an 8.5" x 11" Sheet

Recommended fold by thirds (tri-fold):

drawing of 8.5x11 self mailer standard
  • Tabs—requires two sealing tabs along top open edge (not one)
  • Paper weight—requires 70lb text for single sheet
  • Address panel—requires placement on middle panel

Other fold option (half-fold):

  • Tabs—requires two sealing tabs along top open edge (not one)
  • Paper weight—requires 70lb text for single sheet

For an 8.5" x 14" Sheet

Folding options, third- or quarter-fold:

drawing of 8.5x14 self mailer standard
  • Tabs—requires two sealing tabs along top open edge (not one)
  • Paper weight—requires 70lb text for single sheet
  • Address panel—requires placement on middle panel(s)

For an 11" x 17" Sheet

Recommended fold by half or thirds:

drawing of 11x17 self mailer standard
  • Tabs—requires two sealing tabs along top open edge (not one)
  • Paper weight—requires 70lb text for single sheet
  • Address panel—requires placement on back middle panel

Other fold option; half-fold plus half-fold equals quarter-fold:

  • Tabs—requires two sealing tabs along top open edge (not one)
  • Paper weight—requires 70lb text for single sheet
  • Address panel—requires placement on middle panel(s)
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