Bi-Fold Brochures (Business Essentials)
Custom Bi-Fold Brochures
- 8.5" x 11" folds to 5.5" x 8.5", or 11" x 17" folds to 8.5" x 11"
- Full color on both sides, all four panels
- 70# Uncoated Text, 100# Gloss Text or 80# Gloss Cover
- Text papers arrive folded; 80# Gloss Cover is scored and ships flat
- From 25 up to 10,000 brochures
- Free UPS Ground on orders of $49 or more
Bi-Fold Brochure Printing for Businesses and Events
Flyover Print prints custom bi-fold brochures in full color on both sides, giving you four panels for your story, services, pricing and contact details. Choose an 8.5" x 11" sheet that folds to 5.5" x 8.5", or an 11" x 17" sheet that folds to a full 8.5" x 11" for catalogs, menus and event programs. 70# Uncoated Text and 100# Gloss Text arrive folded and ready to hand out. Order as few as 25 to test a new piece or up to 10,000 for a trade show or mailing.
Which brochure size should you choose?
| Flat size | Folded size | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 8.5" x 11" | 5.5" x 8.5" (4 panels) | Service menus, leave-behinds, price lists and event programs |
| 11" x 17" | 8.5" x 11" (4 larger panels) | Product catalogs, restaurant menus, conference programs and capability brochures |
Each brochure has an outside (front cover and back cover) and an inside spread, printed in full color on both sides. Need a single-sheet piece instead? See our business flyers and postcards.
Built for the way businesses use brochures
- Sales leave-behinds: your services, results and contact details in a piece clients keep.
- Menus and price lists: restaurants, salons and service businesses can show everything at a glance.
- Event and conference programs: agendas, speakers, sponsors and maps for offsites, galas and trade shows.
- Product catalogs: a compact catalog for counters, trade show booths and mailings.
- Real estate and property guides: listings, amenities and floor plans for open houses.
- Nonprofits and schools: mission, programs and giving information for donors and families.
Choosing the right paper
| Paper | Feel | Arrives | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 70# Uncoated Text (standard) | Smooth, non-glare paper you can write on | Folded | High-volume handouts and menus that get written on |
| 100# Gloss Text | Magazine-page weight with a bright, glossy finish | Folded | Photo-heavy brochures, catalogs and real estate pieces |
| 80# Gloss Cover | A light cardstock, noticeably thicker and sturdier | Scored, flat | Premium leave-behinds and programs that get handled again and again |
80# Gloss Cover is too heavy to machine fold cleanly, so we score it on the fold line and ship it flat. It folds by hand in seconds with a crisp, clean edge. See our Paper Stock Guide for more detail.
Design made easy
Upload a print-ready PDF from Canva, InDesign, Illustrator or Word, start from a free template, or choose "Let us Design for You" and our art team will reach out to build it with you. Setting up your own file? Our Artwork Guidelines cover bleed, safe zone, resolution and Canva tips.
How ordering works
- Choose your options: size, paper, quantity and production time. The price updates as you go.
- Send your design: upload your outside and inside pages, start from a free template, or choose "Let us Design for You" and our art team will reach out to build it with you.
- Approve your proof: you will see a free online proof at checkout.
- We check it, print it and fold it: a real person checks your file for size, resolution and print setup before it prints, then we fold text-weight brochures for you.
- You get your brochures: shipped by UPS Ground, or pick them up free in Highland, IN.
Printed in-house, never outsourced
Flyover Print has been family-owned since 1957, with three generations of printing experience. We print every order on our own equipment in Highland, Indiana, a real person checks every file before it prints, and you can call us at 219.595.0902 and talk to the people who print your job.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Sizes | 8.5" x 11" flat, folds to 5.5" x 8.5"; or 11" x 17" flat, folds to 8.5" x 11" |
| Paper | 70# Uncoated Text (standard), 100# Gloss Text or 80# Gloss Cover |
| Printing | Full color on both sides, with bleed |
| Folding | Text papers are machine folded in half. 80# Gloss Cover is scored and ships flat |
| Quantity | 25 to 10,000 brochures |
| Proofs | Free online proof at checkout, plus a real person checks every file for size, resolution and print setup |
| Production | 5 business days, 3 business days or next business day (orders after 10 AM Central start the next business day) |
| Shipping | UPS Ground anywhere in the U.S., free on orders of $49 or more. 2nd Day Air and Next Day Air upgrades available. Free local pickup in Highland, IN |
Frequently asked questions
What is a bi-fold brochure?
A bi-fold brochure is one sheet folded in half, giving you four panels: a front cover, a back cover and a two-panel inside spread. It is also called a half-fold brochure. Ours print in full color on both sides.
What sizes do your bi-fold brochures come in?
An 8.5" x 11" sheet folds to 5.5" x 8.5", and an 11" x 17" sheet folds to 8.5" x 11". The larger size gives you four full letter-size panels for catalogs, menus and programs.
Do the brochures come folded?
70# Uncoated Text and 100# Gloss Text brochures are machine folded and arrive ready to hand out. 80# Gloss Cover is a light cardstock, so we score it on the fold line and ship it flat. It folds by hand in seconds with a clean edge.
How do I set up a bi-fold brochure file?
Build two pages at the full bleed size: 11.25" x 8.75" for an 8.5" x 11" brochure, or 17.25" x 11.25" for an 11" x 17" brochure. Page one is the outside, with the back cover on the left half and the front cover on the right half. Page two is the inside spread. Keep text at least 1/8" from the trim edge and away from the center fold, and use images at 350 dpi.
Which paper should we choose?
70# Uncoated Text is our standard paper and the most economical choice. 100# Gloss Text makes photos pop for catalogs and real estate. 80# Gloss Cover is a light cardstock that feels premium and holds up to repeated handling at trade shows and counters.
What is the minimum order?
The minimum is 25 brochures, and you can order up to 10,000. The price per brochure goes down as the quantity goes up. Choose your size, paper and quantity in the calculator above to see your exact price.
Can you design our brochure?
Yes. Upload your own print-ready file, start from a free template, or choose "Let us Design for You" and our team will design it with your logo, photos and copy. If you want design help, the fee is added to your order.
Do you check our file?
Yes. You approve a free online proof at checkout, then a real person checks your file for size, resolution and print setup before it prints. We do not proofread your text, so please check spelling, prices and phone numbers on your proof.
How fast can we get them?
Choose 5-business-day, 3-business-day or next-business-day production when you order. Production time does not include shipping, so if you are ordering for an event, add UPS transit time and leave a little cushion. You can also pick up at our Highland, Indiana shop Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 4 PM. Up against a deadline? Email info@flyoverprint.com and we will tell you what we can do.
Do you charge for shipping?
Shipping is charged at UPS rates, and UPS Ground is free on orders of $49 or more anywhere in the U.S. Need it sooner? 2nd Day Air and Next Day Air upgrades are available. Local pickup at our Highland, Indiana shop is always free.
Need a custom design or a bulk quote?
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Templates
To start, select the product size, preview the design guidelines, download the guidelines for reference, and proceed with the customization options.
