MCI Printing - Professional Commercial Printing Services

BrochuresSt. Louis, MO

Professional brochure printing in St. Louis, MO — tri-fold, bi-fold, gate-fold, and z-fold styles on premium paper stocks with aqueous coating standard. Starting at 100 quantity, 3–5 business day turnaround. WBE certified union print shop serving St. Louis businesses since 1984.

Features & Benefits

  • Tri-fold, bi-fold, gate-fold, and z-fold options
  • Full color offset and digital printing
  • Matte, gloss, or soft-touch finish
  • Aqueous coating included standard
  • 80lb and 100lb text and cover stocks
  • Design services available
  • Minimum 100 quantity

Service Details

Turnaround Time:

3-5 business days

Minimum Quantity:

100 units

How It Works

Start by sending your print-ready PDF or reaching out to our St. Louis design team to build your layout from scratch. We preflight every file—checking margins, bleeds (0.125"), image resolution (300 DPI minimum), and embedded fonts—before anything goes on press. Next, choose your fold style: tri-fold (the classic letter fold most St. Louis businesses use for rack cards and trade show tables), bi-fold for larger two-panel layouts, gate-fold for dramatic product reveals, or z-fold for maps and step-by-step instructions. Then select your paper: 80lb text is the workhorse for standard marketing brochures, 100lb text adds a premium feel, and 80lb or 100lb cover stock is the right call for anything that needs to survive repeated handling—like restaurant menus, real estate packets, or product guides. We print full color on both sides using offset presses for runs of 500+ and digital for shorter runs, giving you the best quality at your quantity. After printing we fold, trim, and QC every order before it ships or you pick it up at our Maplewood location.

Why Choose MCI

Brochures outperform digital when you need information in someone's hands—at trade shows, in waiting rooms, at the point of sale. St. Louis businesses have trusted MCI for brochure printing since 1984, and we've seen every mistake there is: wrong fold direction, insufficient bleed, paper that curls in humidity, coatings that crack on the fold. We've engineered our defaults to avoid all of it. Aqueous coating is included on every brochure order—not an upsell—because it protects against fingerprints and scuffs and makes colors pop. Our fold registration is tight because we run dedicated folding equipment, not a desktop folder bolted onto a digital press. As a WBE certified, union print shop, we're also the right call for city, county, and government procurement—St. Louis agencies that need certified vendors know our name. Rush turnarounds to 24–48 hours are available when your trade show doesn't wait.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fold options do you offer for brochures in St. Louis?
We offer tri-fold (letter fold), bi-fold (half fold), z-fold (accordion fold), gate-fold, roll fold, and custom folds. Tri-fold is the most common for marketing brochures—it fits standard racks and fits a #10 envelope. Gate-fold is popular for product reveals and high-end presentations. Z-fold works well for maps, instruction sheets, and anything with a step-by-step flow. Not sure which fold fits your content? Call us at (314) 849-7228 and we'll walk you through it.
How much does brochure printing cost in St. Louis?
Brochure pricing depends on quantity, paper stock, size, and fold type. As a general guide: 100 standard tri-fold brochures on 100lb gloss text typically runs $80–$120; 500 brochures drop the per-unit cost significantly. Offset printing becomes cost-effective around 500+ pieces. Call (314) 849-7228 or email for a same-day quote—we price competitively and don't charge hidden setup fees.
What is the minimum order quantity for brochures?
Our minimum for brochures is 100 pieces. Digital printing makes shorter runs economical without sacrificing quality. For quantities over 500, offset printing typically delivers better value per piece. We'll recommend the right process for your quantity when you request a quote.
How fast can you print brochures in St. Louis?
Standard turnaround is 3–5 business days from file approval. Rush turnarounds of 24–48 hours are available for most brochure orders—call us to confirm availability and rush pricing. We're located in Maplewood, so St. Louis customers can pick up orders directly and skip shipping delays.
What paper weight should I use for brochures?
80lb text is the standard choice—it's economical, holds color well, and folds cleanly. 100lb text is noticeably heavier and more substantial, good when you want the brochure to feel premium. For brochures that will be handled repeatedly—restaurant menus, product guides, real estate packets—80lb or 100lb cover stock adds real durability. We stock all of these and can send samples if you're not sure.
Do you offer brochure design services?
Yes. Our St. Louis design team can create your brochure from scratch, clean up existing files, or adapt your brand guidelines to a new layout. We design specifically for print—proper bleeds, safe zones, color profiles—so your files won't have surprises at press. Design fees depend on complexity; ask for an estimate when you call.
What file format do you need for brochure printing?
We prefer print-ready PDFs with 0.125" bleed on all sides, fonts embedded, and images at 300 DPI minimum. We also accept InDesign (.indd), Illustrator (.ai), and Photoshop (.psd) files with linked images. We preflight every file and contact you before printing if we find issues—no surprises.

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Work Samples

Tri-fold and bi-fold brochures printed in St. Louis with vibrant full-color printing on premium paper stock

Tri-fold and bi-fold brochures with full-color printing

Gate-fold brochure partially opened alongside z-fold brochure showing aqueous coating sheen

Gate-fold and z-fold formats with aqueous coating

Stack of marketing brochures in various fold styles and paper finishes printed by MCI in St. Louis MO

Multiple fold styles and paper finishes for St. Louis businesses

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