How Much Does Staples Spiral Binding Cost?

Last Updated on May 23, 2023
Written by CPA Alec Pow | Content Reviewed by CFA Alexander Popinker

If you have some documents you need to bind, but at the same time you don’t want to spend a lot of money on this job, you can choose Staple’s spiral binding services. They offer book spiral binding services right in the store but also online printing and binding services.

In this article, we are going to talk about the costs of spiral binding at Staples and the types of documents that can be bound. Also, we will offer some tips regarding the best type of binding for your documents.

How Much Does it Cost to Get a Book Spiral Bound at Staples?

There are a few factors that will affect the price of spiral binding at Staples, such as the type of binding you want and the number of pages in your document. For instance, you can choose between wire coils and plastic for spiral binding.

The price starts at $0.90 per foot for wire coil binding and $0.70 per foot for plastic coils. For example, for a standard letter-size document with twenty pages, you will have to pay around $18 for spiral binding with wire coils and $15 for plastic coils.

How much does it cost to print and bind?

There are some factors that will affect the cost of printing and binding, such as the number of copies you need, the number of pages in your document, and the type of binding you choose.

Spiral binding overview

Binding with a spiral is a very common way to bind printed documents, and this is not surprising since we are talking about a very resistant and convenient method (for example, when we need to focus on a certain page, the others can be put behind not to disturb it). In addition to this, we can certainly talk about that nuisance when the sheets are not tied and are scattered everywhere.

Professional presentations, manuals, courses, notepads, catalogs for products and services, diploma theses, or other thick documentation are easier to browse properly and conveniently filed than if they were kept in files or folders. In addition, with a suitable cover, be it differently colored and laminated, transparent, or cardboard, the respective documents will look super professional.

What type of documents can be spiral bound?

You can spiral bind almost any type of document, from dissertations to school reports. Though, when you choose the spiral binding for your document there are a few things to consider.

Firstly, spiral binding is the best choice when you have documents that have anywhere between forty and four hundred pages. In case your document is larger than four hundred pages, you should choose another type of binding, like case binding or perfect binding.

Secondly, it is not recommended to spiral bind documents that will be mailed because the coils can be destroyed during transportation.

In the end, you should know that spiral binding will add volume to your document, so if you want to get a professional and sleek look, you should choose another type of binding.

How to choose the right type of binding?

There are a few things to keep in mind when you have to decide which type of binding is the best for your document.

First of all, you must know how many pages you have to bind. In case your document has less than forty pages, you may bind it easily with tape or stapling. Spiral binding is a good option for documents that have 40 to 400 pages. You will probably want to choose case binding or perfect binding if your document has more than 400 pages because the binding machine might have a hard time with so many pages.

You might also like our articles about the cost of book-binding, laminating, or Staples printing.

Also, consider how you will use the document. Spiral binding is recommended if you need to be able to remove or add pages. Though, you may want to choose another type of binding if your document needs to lie flat when open or will be mailed.

Finally, consider the appearance you want. If you need an affordable and durable solution, spiral binding is a great option. But, if you want a professional and sleek appearance, another type of binding like case binding or perfect binding, is recommended.

Does Staples do perfect binding?

Yes, although Staples provides great spiral binding services for documents up to four hundred pages, if you have documents that have more than four hundred pages, you should choose perfect binding.

Is spiral binding better than paperback?

Your needs will determine the type of binding you choose. Spiral binding is a great solution if you need a durable option at a reasonable price. But, if you want a professional and sleek look for your documents, you may consider case binding or perfect binding.

The costs for paperback are lower, but these are not as resistant as hardcover documents. It is more expensive to produce hardcover books, but they are more durable.

Can you spiral bind hardcover books?

No, this option is not recommended for hardcover books. Yes, it is more expensive to produce hardcover books, but they are more resistant and durable.

FAQs

What type of binding do I need for a dissertation?

It is recommended to choose case binding or perfect binding for a dissertation.

How much does it cost to unbind a document?

Like binding, the cost of unbinding a document will depend on the number of pages and the type of binding.

Where can I spiral bind papers?

Most print shops, including Staples, offer spiral bind papers services.

How many pages can I spiral bind?

You can spiral bind documents up to four hundred pages.

Final words

When deciding what type of binding to choose for your document, there are a few things to keep in mind. Probably, the most important is to consider the number of pages as spiral binding is the best option for documents between forty and four hundred pages.