[arkham-divider.com] Add laser cutting support for Vintage Style dividers

Hi everyone! As the creator of the **Arkham Divider** project (a website for easy, DIY printing of Arkham Horror content), I often get asked: "How do I print these?" I’ve put together this guide as a go-to reference for the community. # TL;DR: The "Pro" Standard If you want your dividers to match the official FFG "Return To" dividers, use these specs: * **Paper thickness:** 300–320 g/m² * **Paper type:** Matte cardstock * **Finish:** No lamination * **Corners:** 4mm rounding * **Resolution:** 300 DPI (dots per inch) # 1. Choose Your Style The [arkham-divider.com](http://arkham-divider.com) website currently offers **9 divider styles** and about **50 different layouts**. You can choose based on your preference or storage needs: * **Orientation:** Vertical or horizontal. * **Storage Compatibility:** Layouts for "Return To" boxes, original campaign boxes, or deck boxes. * **Printer-Friendly:** Black & white options for laser printers. * **Sleeve-Ready:** Specifically sized to fit into sleeves (instead of lamination). # 2. Storage Solutions We offer layouts tailored for specific storage systems: [arkham-starter.com 3mm](https://preview.redd.it/0tkf74nexucg1.jpg?width=1414&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a5c0750cd284cf41c7dcd7e6add79360209d527a) * **3mm:** Ideal for original campaign boxes. https://preview.redd.it/yrphz920yucg1.jpg?width=1280&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c72cc7c43a8f8b833c323125a8feebba8acce470 * **Arkham Deco:** Designed for campaign boxes and Gamegenic deck boxes. https://preview.redd.it/917v28n5yucg1.jpg?width=674&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=b5c28c419867c129e06cc5d0d0fcb17e6f7318bb * **Bands (by Eugene Sarnetsky):** Perfect for saving space. Just wrap your cards in a band and you’re good to go! # 3. How to Export https://preview.redd.it/vnbmruvayucg1.png?width=1668&format=png&auto=webp&s=24dd2f4afd4752721b0537d2f766e6aebd6f1308 Click the **"Print"** button for direct printing (**RGB**, 72 DPI) or to save as a PDF. For the best quality, click the **"..."** button and select **"PDF (HQ)"**. This option provide high-quality 300 DPI files in **CMYK** color profile (currently in Beta). # 4. Where to Print **Printing at Home** Most home printers handle paper between 80–150 g/m². To match FFG's 300–320 g/m² thickness: **- The "Glue" Method:** Print the front and back on separate sheets, then glue them together. [hot lamination with 125-micron gloss laminating film](https://preview.redd.it/nq330ei6zucg1.jpg?width=1200&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=aff174beae4d67b51c3d7d335d960eefc76bcead) **- The "Sleeve" Method:** Use a home laminator or put the divider in a sleeve to add stiffness. *Note: Many home printers print darker than what you see on a monitor. If the result is too dark, try increasing the brightness by 5-10% in your printer settings.* **Professional Printing** Take your "PDF (HQ)" or TIFF images to a local print shop. * Ask for **300–320g Matte paper**. * Request **4mm corner rounding**. **A Note on Colors:** Don't expect a 100% color match with official FFG products. Official materials are printed using **offset printing**, while local shops use **digital printing**. These technologies differ, and professional color matching is usually a costly additional service. # 5. Double-Sided Printing & Alignment [Divider with \\"bleed\\"](https://preview.redd.it/eaf8bfygzucg1.jpg?width=1200&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=9b89406e5384967f48c8155815a41a5b06882d97) No printer is 100% accurate. There will always be a slight shift between the front and back. * **Pro Tip:** Always use the **"Bleed"** option. This adds extra space (usually 3mm) around the edges to ensure no white borders appear if the alignment shifts. # 6. Sleeving Sleeving is a great alternative to lamination. Compatible sizes: * **"Return To / Classic" & Ryno (Horizontal):** Use *Sleeve Kings Zombicide* or *Large CCG (89x130mm)* sleeves (manual trimming at the top required). * **"Return To" (Vertical):** **65x100 layout** Fits perfectly in **65x100mm** sleeves. * **3mm & Arkham Deco:** Compatible with **94x69mm** "Outer Sleeves." * **Arkham Deco (Vertical):** Compatible with **62x96mm** sleeves. # 7. Cutting and Rounding A standard hobby knife and a metal ruler are all you need. You may notice red **plus signs** in the app—these are **crop marks**. If you are cutting the dividers yourself, these marks will serve as your guide to ensure perfectly straight and accurate cuts. You can see how the process is done here: [**https://youtu.be/faZxq4966IU?si=4xPwTc20VA0HZtSA**](https://youtu.be/faZxq4966IU?si=4xPwTc20VA0HZtSA) However, keep in mind that **professional printing houses usually don't need these marks**. As long as your file has fixed **bleeds**, the print shop will handle the cutting automatically. Just let them know the bleed size you used (e.g., 3mm). # Corner Rounding https://preview.redd.it/kko515t40vcg1.png?width=896&format=png&auto=webp&s=b0af99f12f554ef00fe0eca0c247115c71e32f0f In a printing house, corners are typically rounded using a professional corner-cutting machine. However, these machines may struggle with the intricate tabs of the **"Vintage Style"** dividers. https://preview.redd.it/n9difbnc0vcg1.png?width=1086&format=png&auto=webp&s=9877dddda34c27d8d56a2bd16216ccc97fa190a9 If you want perfectly rounded corners for the Vintage style, I recommend using the **"PDF (HQ)"** option in the app. These layouts are compatible with **laser cutting** and already include rounded paths. You *could* use scissors, but it will be a painfully slow process! https://preview.redd.it/bxkmr24xzucg1.jpg?width=809&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=80f2a93bacbb0a5b04a6ae1be5dc94417085ef7d https://preview.redd.it/bq0297byzucg1.jpg?width=400&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=086e490ddc52ccfcb72415fc13a9994a4125cc06 For standard dividers, a cheap **4mm corner rounder punch** from Amazon is more than enough to get a professional look. # 8. One More Thing: Investigator Tokens https://preview.redd.it/nem8ltqj0vcg1.jpg?width=1197&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a1918ac4b5009f95726b997f89797e54cc148d71 Arkham Divider also supports printing **Investigator Tokens**. https://preview.redd.it/x6iyd5fo0vcg1.jpg?width=800&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=480b3c3009966e2fef5c2d3cc720b98bcddb8c80 To get a perfect cut, use a cheap **25mm circle hole puncher**, which is also easily available online. # Additional Note Always ensure your printer settings are set to **"Actual Size"** or **100% scale**. Do not use "Fit to Page" or extra margins. Also, it is always a good idea to print a **test page** before committing to a large batch! I wish you the best printing and happy games! [Become an Arkham Divider Patron ](https://www.patreon.com/arkhamdivider)