Why Our Family-Owned Print Shop Delivers Exactly What You Want
If you have ever felt like your print job got lost in the shuffle, you are not alone. Too many printers talk about being a family, yet your project ends up bouncing between strangers. At Foote Printing, family is not a slogan, it is how your job gets done right.
The Problem Most Print Buyers Face
Deadlines slip, details get missed, and communication falls apart when no one truly owns your project. You should not have to chase updates or worry about quality. You want a printer who listens, produces exactly what you asked for, and stands behind the work.
Here is how we solve that, the Foote Printing way.
Our Family Workflow That Protects Your Project
Every job we take has two accountable owners from day one, Michael Duhr and his brother Steven. That is our built-in system for reliability.
Michael leads customer relationships. He brings projects in, asks the right questions, and stays in touch so you always know where things stand.
Steven runs production. He turns plans into beautiful print, keeps an expert eye on quality, and makes sure your job is press perfect.
Our Simple Process
We ask what you want. Purpose, format, quantity, budget, and timeline.
We get it right on paper. Options, proofs, and approvals so there are no surprises.
We deliver exactly what you ordered. Finished pieces that match your expectations, on time.
It is straightforward, and it works because the same people who promise the result are the ones who produce it.
What You Get When You Print With Us
Clear communication from start to finish
Accurate specs, proofs, and approvals
Quality control on press and during finishing
Sustainable practices, including recycling whenever possible
A team that treats you like part of the Foote Printing family
Our job is to make sure you get what you want. That is the standard we hold ourselves to on every project.
Pro Tips To Get Exactly What You Want
Want a smooth, spot-on print experience? Share these details when you reach out.
Purpose and audience. Postcards, brochures, labels, or booklets work best when matched to how they will be used.
Quantity and deadline. Helps us plan stock, scheduling, and delivery options.
Size and paper. Tell us if you prefer a certain weight or finish, or ask for our recommendation.
Color expectations. If you have brand colors or a specific look in mind, send files and samples early.
Budget range. We can suggest formats and materials that hit your goals without overspending.
We will guide you through choices and show you proofs so you can approve with confidence.
Why Trust Michael Duhr and Foote Printing
Accountability you can see. Michael is your point of contact, Steven is your production lead. No handoffs into a black box.
Experience on press. Steven monitors your job so the final product matches the approved proof.
Service that feels personal. You are not a ticket number, you are part of our Foote Printing family.
Values you can support. We prioritize recycling and responsible practices wherever feasible.
Customers come to us because they want it done right. They stay with us because they get exactly what they asked for, time after time.
Ready To Get It Right The First Time?
Let us take your next project from idea to delivery with the care only a true family-owned print shop can provide. Call or email Foote Printing to talk with Michael, explore options with Steven, and get a fast, friendly quote. Schedule a consultation today and experience printing that is personal, reliable, and made to match your vision.
If election night kept you up late, you were not alone. While you watched returns, our presses were humming. This off-year cycle turned into the best month ever at Foote Printing, and it revealed what local campaigns in Cleveland truly need to win: speed, precision, and partners who understand the stakes.
The Realities Cleveland Campaigns Face
This year, the City of Cleveland reduced wards due to new census data. That shook up council races and put every council seat back on the ballot. The result was a surge in political printing with tight deadlines and last-minute changes.
We are not a massive national shop. We are a local union printer rooted in Cleveland. That’s exactly why off-year elections are our sweet spot. When campaigns need quick turn times, accurate targeting by ward, and materials that reflect local values, we deliver.
What We Printed That Moved the Needle
Campaigns are getting smarter about their marketing mix. While a lot happens online, print still does heavy lifting for persuasion and turnout. Here is what we produced most this season:
Political postcards and mailers: The bulk of our campaign work. Designed for speed, clarity, and fast mailing.
Yard signs: Still essential for name recognition and visibility in key neighborhoods.
T-shirts: Street teams and volunteers need branded gear that pops in photos and on the doorstep.
Union and solar bugs: We print the union bug and a solar printed bug so your materials reflect values many Cleveland vot
If you have ever battled weeds and bamboo pushing through old asphalt, you know the struggle. Our delivery area had turned into a patchwork of cracks and potholes. Then one morning, opportunity literally walked through our front door. A paving crew working down the street had extra asphalt and an open hour. We vetted the plan, said yes, and in about 60 minutes our back lot was transformed.
Why We Chose to Repave Now
Behind our building is a busy delivery and pickup area that keeps your print jobs moving. Over the years the lot had gotten rough. Weeds and bamboo were breaking through, and the surface was not what we expect from a facility that stands for quality. We had already cleared the area and planned a spring repair. Timing and reliability matter to us, and the chance to get it done sooner at a smart price was too good to pass up.
The Story Behind the Upgrade
Here is how it happened, straight from our team:
We cleared the back lot and planned to bring in a pothole repair team in spring.
A representative from ARC Roadway Construction stopped in. They were paving nearby, had extra asphalt, and could mobilize quickly.
We asked the right questions. Scope, layers, timeline, and price. Two layers of asphalt were proposed, which was key for durability.
We phoned a trusted advisor for a gut check. The answer was simple, take the deal, it will save money and time.
The crew arrived, and about an hour later the lot looked phenomenal. Smooth, clean, and ready for work.
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You can design a stunning postcard, but one tiny white sliver along the edge will make it look cheap in an instant. We see it all the time, and it is completely avoidable.
At Foote Printing, the most common error that slows jobs down or triggers reprints is simple, no bleed. When files arrive without bleeds, trimming tolerances can reveal thin white edges or force us to under trim, which pushes type uncomfortably close to the cut. I am Michael Duhr, and my team and I want to help you avoid those headaches with a few practical, print-ready habits.
Bleeds and Safe Zones, The Foundation of Print-Ready Files
If your design prints to the edge, extend background colors, images, and elements past the trim.
Add at least 0.125 inch bleed on all sides
Keep critical content, logos, and type at least 0.25 inch inside the trim, the safe zone
A proper bleed lets us trim cleanly even with slight mechanical variance. A proper safe zone keeps your message from crowding the edge if we must under trim to avoid a white sliver. You can give more bleed if you prefer, even 0.25 inch or more, especially useful for complex layouts.
Send the Right File Format and Resolution
For commercial printing, PDF is your best friend.
Export a print-ready PDF with bleeds turned on
Include crop marks if your workflow supports them
Avoid sending JPG or PNG as your only file, those often come in at 72 dpi and oversized, which prints poorly
If you have to use raster art, ensure it is 300 dpi at final s