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Rubber Stamp frequently asked questions What
happens when I place an order? When you submit
an order we will typeset your rubber stamp and email you a pdf proof sheet for
confirmation. The covering email will detail the total cost and delivery timeframe.
When confirmed by you we will proceed with manufacture. How
much does postage cost? Postage
is free on all orders over A$50.00 and on orders under this amount we charge A$5.00
postage within Australia and A$10.00 postage to all other destinations worldwide.
Rubber stamps are sent via post and usually take 2 to 3 working days to be delivered.
For urgent orders we can make and send via Express Post (usually same day) with
the Express Post costing $7.50. Can you include
my logo / artwork? Yes - logos or art files can be incorporated on your
rubber stamp at no additional cost - please just email the file. We use Adobe
Illustrator, so .ai or .eps files are preferred. If possible text should be converted
to objects (outlined or embedded) to avoid any font compatibility issues. How
long will my rubber stamps ink last and can the stamp be re-inked? iStamp
and PSI pre-inked rubber stamps will
last for thousands of impressions and can easily be re-inked - though you must
use the correct ink! (15ml bottles of ink are available). One of our customers,
who uses an rubber stamp for a loyalty card program in a coffee shop, recently
reported to us "You'll be pleased to know the stamp has survived at least 8000
stamps and is still going strong!" What are
the smallest and largest rubber stamp sizes available? In pre-inked rubber
stamps, the smallest stamp is the iStamp
IS-30 with a text plate size of only 9mm round - perfect for a loyalty card! Your
text or image can be smaller than this - down to a dot! The largest pre-inked
rubber stamp is the iStamp IS-80 with
a text plate size of a whopping 122mm x 86mm. Hand stamps can be made in larger
sizes (up to A4 size) and of varying shapes - please email us with your requirements
and we will quote. Is there a stamp that goes
on clothing / metal / plastic / gloss photographs / glass? Yes, the iStamp
range of rubber stamps can be inked to order (and at an additional cost)
with "Ultifast" ink - a fast drying, permanent ink that will mark almost any surface,
making them perfect for identifying personal items, industrial equipment and much
more. Do you offer a guarantee on your products?
Yes. Speedy Stamps offers an unconditional 30-day money back
guarantee on all of our products and services. Speedy Stamps guarantee
also insures you for any fault or possible printing error. Please check our guarantee
page for full details! Do you offer discounts
for quantity orders? Yes. Discount rates vary depending on quantity (6
units or more) and whether the order is of the same typeset, rubber stamp size,
and ink colour. Please let us know your requirements and we will email you a competitive
quote! How can I pay for my rubber stamp order?
Our preferred method of payment is via direct debit, but we also accept MasterCard
and VISA. What are the different types of
rubber stamps available? There are a number of types of rubber stamps
available - traditional hand stamps require a separate stamp pad. They can at
times be messy and inconvenient but they are the cheapest type of rubber stamp
available. If you require a very large rubber stamp (say over 100mm square) a
hand stamp may be the best option as they can be made up to A4 size. Self-inking
rubber stamps are perhaps the most common type available. The self-inking rubber
stamp has a special mount that has a built-in ink pad and spring mechanism that
automatically re-inks the die between impressions. They are easy to use, though
can be messy when re-inking and due to the distance the die plate has to move
to make an impression may not always give a crisp, clear stamp. Pre-Inked rubber
stamps (such as the iStamp and PSI
range) hold ink within its own ink-saturated die, eliminating the need for
an ink pad - i.e. you simply press the pre-inked stamp against the paper to make
a clean impression. iStamp and PSI
rubber stamps give a crisp, clear impression and can easily be re-inked with
little to no mess or exposure to ink. |