Specialist in PhD thesis printing and other commercial print work — over 40 years in Enschede, the Netherlands, with a six business-day lead time.

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Paper types for your thesis: which one will you choose?

Choosing the right paper type affects the readability, appearance and sustainability of your thesis. Gildeprint offers four FSC-certified options: from coated 115g G-print for colour images to 100% recycled Everprint for a sustainable choice. Discover which paper type best suits your thesis and request our free information booklet.
Cover design

Designing a thesis cover: create a cover that fits you

Designing the front cover of your thesis is essentially the same as creating a book cover. You’ve been busy with many things over the past few years, but probably not with graphic design. Yet the cover of your thesis is the first thing the reader sees. It creates a positive first impression. Or not… In […]
Old thesis

Everything about thesis printing: rush options and format possibilities

The deadline for printing your thesis quickly approaches in the final phase of your PhD journey. The thesis represents years of dedication and hard work. In addition to the content, the presentation also deserves attention. In this blog, you will find everything you need to know about printing your thesis, including rush options and creative […]
What is the role of a paranymph during your promotion?

What is the role of a paranymph during your promotion?

Perhaps you have already experienced a PhD thesis defence. You may have noticed that, in addition to the PhD student, there are some more people in formal attire. In some situations the persons in question also have the task to read some statements or passages from the thesis. Who are these people and why are […]
Timeframe thesis printing and designing

This is how long it takes to design and print your thesis

As a PhD student, you will be completing your PhD with a printed thesis, among other things. This is preceded by a process involving design and printing. In this blog post, we outline the steps involved in this process and give an idea of the (average) lead time.