---
title: "Layflat Books"
url: "https://www.whcc.com/products/layflat-books/"
description: "The perfect book option for everyday sessions with layflat binding for a seamless presentation."
updated: "2026-08-19T14:17:57-05:00"
---

# Layflat Books

![A WHCC Senior Photo Book with a tan bookcloth fabric and debossed cover](https://whcc-com-prod-images0.imgix.net/images/WHCC_March24_Album_House_Shoot_0023.jpg?auto=format,compress&cs=srgb&fit=max&w=1000&q=75)

![A WHCC open Layflat Book side profile to show binding construction.](https://whcc-com-prod-images0.imgix.net/images/Layflat-Book-Binding-Profile.jpg?auto=format,compress&cs=srgb&fit=max&w=1000&q=75)

Beautiful and functional, Layflat Books are handmade using the same methods as our heirloom albums. Ideal for wedding sign-in books or an eye-catching coffee table book.

- Multiple cover styles, paper types, & debossing options
- Layflat binding for seamless spreads
- Online designer to layout spreads in minutes
- Holds 10-40 spreads

Size

[Order Now](https://www.whcc.com/editor/new/layflat-book/) — **Popular**

Or [**Start from a Studio Project.**](https://www.whcc.com/studio/projects/) All cover styles and sizes are available online. Learn more about **[ordering options](https://www.whcc.com/ordering.md)**.

**ROES Ordering**

**ROES catalog:** Books

**Templates**

[Sizing Templates](https://s3.amazonaws.com/downloads.whcc.com/templates/individual/WHCC-Layflat-Book-Templates.zip)

**Notes**

Orders placed directly to WHCC will come through our Remote Order Entry Software (ROES). ROES is not a design tool; therefore, you'll be uploading final spreads in ROES to complete your order.

Use the Book Catalog to choose the style of Book you want to order and then select a size, cover option, paper option, and other features to start the order.

Learn how to get started with [ROES ordering](https://www.whcc.com/ordering/roes-ordering.md)

**Tools to Sell**

From automated workflows to direct client ordering and automatic fulfillment, we connect with the industry’s top software. Learn more about our [integrated partners](https://www.whcc.com/ordering/integrations.md).

- [Pixieset](https://www.whcc.com/ordering/integrations/pixieset.md)
- [Payment Links](https://www.whcc.com/ordering/integrations/payment-links.md)

**Sizes:** 6×6" to 11×14"

**Pricing:** starts from $82.50

**Turnaround time:** 2 Days

![illustrated icon of a delivery truck](https://whcc-com-prod-images0.imgix.net/images/whcc_icon_shipping-truck.png?auto=format,compress&cs=srgb&fit=max&w=1000&q=75)

**Free Shipping**

Free shipping to arrive in 2-3 days. Need this quicker or drop shipped directly to your client? [Shipping Options →](https://www.whcc.com/help/shipping.md)

**Add Premium Packaging**

Make an impression by taking advantage of our specialty packaging options for this product.

**File Prep & Templates**

Designing custom photo covers or spreads? Be sure to use our Sizing Templates when preparing your order. Visit [Downloads](https://www.whcc.com/ordering/downloads.md) to access these templates.

**Accepted Files** Prepare your work for printing by saving high-quality JPEG files with an embedded color profile.

- Export files tagged with an RGB Color Profile—P3, Adobe RGB, and sRGB are all great options.
- We recommend saving your files at a JPEG quality of 10 or higher in Photoshop, 90% in Lightroom, or the equivalent in your editing tool.
- Most products are printed at 300 DPI, and we’ll automatically resize your files for printing. For more precise control, you can resize your files and apply any sharpening before submitting.

**Designing Layflat Book Spreads**

There are several ways you can create and order your Layflat Book.

**Use our free Album & Book Designer**
Create beautiful layouts in seconds with our free online designer. Click "Order Now" above or create a [Studio Project](https://www.whcc.com/studio.md) to get started.

**Sizing Templates & Photoshop**
Use our [sizing templates](https://www.whcc.com/ordering/downloads.md) to create custom designs in Photoshop, then upload them to ROES or our online designer to order.

**Samples**

**Sample Program**
Turn your Albums or Books into a Sample for your studio. See our [Sample Program](https://www.whcc.com/sample-program.md) for more details.

**Swatch Kits Available**
Would you like to see our cover materials up close? Please visit our [Samples](https://www.whcc.com/samples) page for more details and to order a swatch kit.

## About Layflat Books

Our Layflat books are printed as full, uninterrupted spreads, adhered back to back with your choice of Photo or Smooth Matte paper. Both paper options provide accurate color rendition, sharp image details, and the highest quality archival printing.

| **Sizes** | From 6×6" to 11×14" including square, horizontal, vertical options |
|---|---|
| **Cover Types** | 4 cover styles including cameo, combo, full photo, or material covers |
| **Endleaves** | Protective paper spreads in a smooth black finish |
| **Binding** | Layflat Binding |
| **Cover Materials** | 40+ premium leather or linens, leather-like, and fabric materials |
| **Paper Types** | 2 luxurious photographic paper options |
| **Thickness** | Pages are adhered back to back with no insert boards |
| **Corners** | Square or round spread corners |
| **Debossing** | Choose between blind or a foil debossing option paired with available fonts or create a custom die |

### Tell your client’s story with our Album & Book designer

Whether this is your first time designing layouts or you are a seasoned pro—our new designer lets you create beautiful layouts in seconds.

- Includes shareable proof links to send to your clients
- Leave blank spaces in your layout to create a simple sign-in book
- Available via online ordering or from a [Studio project](https://www.whcc.com/studio.md) to stay organized

[Order Now](https://www.whcc.com/editor/new/layflat-book/)

Simple sign-in books

## Product Options

### Cover Types

Choose from multiple cover styles for complete personalization to fit your brand's needs and make each client happy.

#### Full Material Cover

Let the cover say it all with a timeless fabric or leather Full Material Cover. Choose from our collection of Linens, Silks, bookcloth, faux leathers, Premium and Distressed leathers, and more to fit your client's style.

For a more tailored look, Premium and Distressed Leather Album covers have rounded corners.

Single Image Cover

Metal Cover

Wood Cover

Canvas Cover

Double Image Cover

#### Combo Cover

A Combo Cover lets you display your custom image on the front with your choice of fabric or leather wrapping around the spine and the back, or you can create custom designs for both the front and back covers.

**Add Stitching:** Finish with optional black or white stitching where the material meets the image.

**Multiple Cover Print Styles are Available:**

- Custom Photo Cover Surfaces
- Metal Print Cover available on all five of our [Metal Print](https://www.whcc.com/products/metal-prints.md) options
- Wood Print Cover made from our maple [Wood Print](https://www.whcc.com/products/wood-prints.md) material

#### Cameo Cover

Give a sneak peek of the incredible images inside by adding a single square cameo to any fabric or leather cover.

**Size Limit:** Available on sizes 8×8" and larger

#### Custom Photo Cover

Design a Custom Photo Cover with your own images and design printed on your choice of Lustre or Fine Art Canvas cover.

### Cover Materials

Explore our collection of leather, fabric, and photo surface options to customize your cover.

#### Premier Leathers

These whole hides are hand cut to order and create high-end luxurious covers. Premier leather is soft to the touch and includes natural texture characteristics that are not defects but natural authenticity.

- **Black**
- **Cranberry**
- **Powder Pink**
- **Blue Heron**
- **Cognac**
- **Navy**
- **Steel**
- **Fog**
- **White**

#### Nubuck Leathers

Nubuck leather is soft to the touch, similar to suede, but without the roughness. Each hide creates high-end, luxurious covers that are hand cut to your order. The natural texture characteristics are not defects; instead, they represent natural authenticity.

- **Espresso**
- **Terracotta**
- **Ecru**

#### Distressed Leathers

A natural full hide leather that is hand sanded, making each cover unique in its rustic and distressed look but soft to the touch. This leather shows natural characteristics such as healed scars, insect bites, and brands.

- **Coal**
- **Stone**
- **Honey**
- **Walnut**

### Cover Debossing

Debossing uses heat and dies to press customizable text into select cover materials using our font options. Choose between a blind, matte, or metallic foil with 4 location options to personalize your cover.

Please see our guidelines for details on debossing style limitations based on your material selection.

[Debossing Guidelines](https://www.whcc.com/help/debossing/debossing-guidelines.md)

Front Cover

Cameo Front Cover

Back Cover

#### Debossing Locations

Each location allows for up to three lines of text. You have the option to add debossing to both the front and back of Full Material and Cameo Covers, and can select different debossing styles for each. Combo Covers can have back cover debossing only.

**Front Cover Placements**

- Center Center
- Bottom Center
- Bottom Right

**Back Cover Placements**

- Bottom Center

Authenia

Garamond Italic

Oswald

Quicksand

#### Available Fonts

Available fonts include Authenia, Garamond Italic, Oswald, and Quicksand.

_Authenia and Garamond Italic are only available in our online designer._

#### Blind Debossing

Your message is pressed into the cover to create a distinct impression in the material without the use of foil or color. Available with the Oswald font for select material covers.

View our [Debossing Guidelines](https://www.whcc.com/help/debossing/debossing-guidelines.md) for details on material limitations.

White

Black

#### Black or White Debossing

Black or white debossing has a matte appearance and is available with the Authenia, Garamond Italic, Oswald, or Quicksand fonts for select material covers.

View our [Debossing Guidelines](https://www.whcc.com/help/debossing/debossing-guidelines.md) for details on material limitations.

Rose Gold

Gold

Silver

#### Foil Debossing

Foil debossing provides a metallic gold, silver, or rose gold finish. Available with the Authenia, Garamond Italic, and Quicksand fonts for select material covers.

View our [Debossing Guidelines](https://www.whcc.com/help/debossing/debossing-guidelines.md) for details on material limitations.

### Custom Debossing

Turn your logo or bespoke design into a custom die to deboss on material covers or inside endleaves.

- The die is kept in-house and can be added to any orders you select to receive custom debossing.
- Available in several locations on the front, back, or inside of your cover.
- Requires a one-time setup fee and additional lead time to have the die made.

[How to Get Started](https://www.whcc.com/help/debossing/custom-debossing.md)

Custom endleaf example

### Paper Types

Our paper types provide you with exceptional color-accurate images and archival qualities to ensure the longevity of each book.

[Order Paper Samples](https://www.whcc.com/resources/samples/#albums-books)

![Close-up of a portrait printed on Photo Luster paper, showcasing a semi-gloss finish, sharp details, and accurate color.](https://whcc-com-prod-images0.imgix.net/images/Photo-Luster-Detail_Album-Book-Papers_V2.jpg?auto=format,compress&cs=srgb&fit=max&w=1000&q=75)**Popular**

Photo Lustre Paper

A semi-gloss photo paper that provides natural skin tones, sharp details, and accurate color, making it ideal for all types of portraiture. It is the most popular choice and offers the most sheen among our photo papers.

**Print Method**

Photographic

![Close-up of a portrait printed on Photo Deep Matte paper, showcasing an ultra-smooth surface and more subtle contrasts.](https://whcc-com-prod-images0.imgix.net/images/Photo-Deep-Matte-Detail_Album-Book-Papers_V2.jpg?auto=format,compress&cs=srgb&fit=max&w=1000&q=75)

Photo Deep Matte

This paper presents a unique matte surface that is soft and ultra-smooth to the touch. Photo Deep Matte provides elegant color reproduction with subtlety and warmth. It is our most matte surface option with the least amount of sheen.

**Print Method**

Photographic

### Smooth Black Endleaves

Endleaves are protective paper spreads that separate the inside pages from the cover.

### Page Corners

Choose between square or rounded page corners, available for all sizes and paper types.

#### Square Corners

#### Round Corners

Rounded pages have a ⅜" radius and add a seamless look when paired with one of our premium leather rounded covers.

### Packaged In Style

Presentation is a simple yet invaluable step in delivering your client's memories. Premium Packaging saves you valuable time, storage space, and materials and is an excellent option for [Drop Shipping](https://www.whcc.com/products/drop-shipping.md) direct to the client.

**Size Limit:** Available for all sizes except 11×14"

[Explore Premium Packaging](https://www.whcc.com/products/premium-packaging.md)

### Sample Albums

Order a Sample at 25% off & show what you want to sell.

Having a physical sample can be one of the best sales tools. Each order will receive a foil-stamped "Sample" on the inside cover. Create your sample online through the designer or order directly through ROES.

[Learn More](https://www.whcc.com/sample-program.md)

## Pricing

### Photo Lustre Paper

| Book Size | Photo Cover with 10 Spreads | Standard Cover with 10 Spreads | Premium Cover with 10 Spreads | Additional Spread |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5×7 | $92.50 | $82.50 | $102.50 | $4.25 |
| 6×6 | 92.50 | 82.50 | 102.50 | 4.25 |
| 8×8 | 100.00 | 90.00 | 118.00 | 4.50 |
| 8×10 | 117.50 | 107.50 | 135.50 | 6.25 |
| 9×12 | 135.00 | 123.00 | 168.00 | 7.00 |
| 10×10 | 127.50 | 115.50 | 160.50 | 6.25 |
| 12×12 | 148.00 | 137.00 | 203.00 | 7.00 |
| 11×14 | 148.00 | 137.00 | 203.00 | 7.00 |
| Layflat Books allow up to 40 spreads. | | | | |

### Photo Deep Matte Paper

| Book Size | Photo Cover with 10 Spreads | Standard Cover with 10 Spreads | Premium Cover with 10 Spreads | Additional Spread |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5×7 | $105.00 | $95.00 | $115.00 | $5.50 |
| 6×6 | 105.00 | 95.00 | 115.00 | 5.50 |
| 8×8 | 115.00 | 105.00 | 133.00 | 6.00 |
| 8×10 | 135.00 | 125.00 | 153.00 | 8.00 |
| 9×12 | 152.50 | 140.50 | 185.50 | 8.75 |
| 10×10 | 145.00 | 133.00 | 178.00 | 8.00 |
| 12×12 | 165.50 | 154.50 | 220.50 | 8.75 |
| Layflat Books allow up to 40 spreads. | | | | |

### Cover Material Groups

| Cover Type | Included Materials |
|---|---|
| Photo Covers | Custom Photo Cover |
| Standard Covers | Fabric Collection, Vintage Leather Collection, Leatherettes and Faux Collection |
| Premium Covers | Premium Leather Collection, Distressed Leather Collection, Linen Collection, Silk Collection |

### Combo Cover Upgrades

| Cover Material | Add-On Price |
|---|---|
| Acrylic Print Combo Cover | $140 |
| Fine Art Canvas Print Combo Cover | 30 |
| Metal Print Combo Cover | 90 |
| Wood Print Combo Cover | 90 |

**Add Premium Packaging**

Make an impression by taking advantage of our specialty packaging options for this product.

- $5.50 when ordered with drop shipping to your client
- $8.50 when shipped back to your studio

[View Packaging Style Options](https://www.whcc.com/products/premium-packaging.md)

**Cameo Cover**

Add a Cameo image to a Full Material Cover in 8x8" and larger for $15.00.

**Combo Cover**

**Combo Cover with Standard Cover Materials:** Photo Cover Price +$10

**Combo Cover with Premium Cover Materials:** No additional charge above Premium cover price

**Acrylic Print Combo Cover:** Combo Cover Price +$140

**Fine Art Canvas Print Combo Cover:** Combo Cover Price +$30

**Metal Print Combo Cover:** Combo Cover Price +$90

**Wood Print Combo Cover:** Combo Cover Price +$90

**Cover Debossing**

Debossing can be added to most cover materials for $15 per location.

View our [Debossing Guidelines](https://www.whcc.com/help/debossing/debossing-guidelines.md) for details on available styles, fonts, and material limitations.

Turn your logo or a unique cover design for a client into a custom die for an additional one-time setup fee and an average lead time of 2 weeks. Learn how to get started with [Custom Debossing](https://www.whcc.com/help/debossing/custom-debossing.md).

**Rounded Page Corners**

Add rounded corners to your Album or Book for $15.00

**Drop Ship to Your Client**

Deliver orders directly to your clients with our drop shipping service. No invoice will be included, and there is no mention of WHCC anywhere on the box or paperwork.

This service is available for $7.95 per order, with the option to upgrade shipping speeds in most areas.

Learn more about our [Drop Shipping service](https://www.whcc.com/products/drop-shipping.md).

## Resources & Tools

Inspire & Learn

![A collage of photo Albums and Layflat Books featuring new Premier and Nubuck leather options in various cover styles. Cameo, combo and full material cover options are featured, laying flat on a table.](https://whcc-com-prod-images0.imgix.net/images/WHCC_2026_Album_Leather_Launch_0040__h32002349.jpg?auto=format,compress&cs=srgb&fit=max&w=1000&q=75)

[All New Leathers for the Albums and Layflat Books You Sell](https://www.whcc.com/inspiration/all-new-leathers-for-the-albums-and-layflat-books-you-sell.md)

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[Announcements](https://www.whcc.com/inspiration/browse/announcements.md)

[The Newest Addition to Layflat Books](https://www.whcc.com/inspiration/the-newest-addition-to-layflat-books.md)

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[Announcements](https://www.whcc.com/inspiration/browse/announcements.md)

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Customizable Mockups

![Preview](https://www.whcc.com/uploaded-assets/product-mockups/preview_2024-03-08-203745_mvgt.jpg)

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Access our full library of product mockups and easily share your favorite products with your own images.

[Looking for more?](https://www.whcc.com/resources/mockups.md)

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