Start with the product or service you need
Tell us exactly what you want quoted. A banner is priced differently from a sticker sheet, a set of embroidered shirts or a full shop sign, so naming the item first saves time. If you are not sure of the technical name, describe the job in plain language and mention where it will be used.
For example, say whether you need indoor or outdoor signage, staff clothing, mine site identification, school event branding or promotional gifts for an activation in Rustenburg, Tlhabane, Phokeng or Marikana. If the job is for a tender, opening, campaign or rebranding, say that too so we can match the spec properly.
Give sizes, quantities and the finish you want
Sizes make a big difference to price. Please include width and height in millimetres or metres, plus how many pieces you need. If you only know the approximate size, send that and we can work from it. For clothing, include sizes per item if known, such as small, medium, large or specific garment sizes. For embroidery, the stitch area matters a lot.
- Banners: final size, single or double sided, hemmed edges, eyelets and if poles or ropes are needed
- Stickers: size, shape, quantity, indoor or outdoor use and whether you need gloss or matt lamination
- Clothing: garment type, sizes, number of print positions and embroidery or print preference
- Signage: board size, wall or pole mounting, and whether installation is needed
If you are unsure about the finish, tell us how the item will be handled. A banner for a windy site near the mines, for instance, may need stronger finishing than a small shop promo banner.
Send artwork details early if you have them
If you already have artwork, attach it with your request. The best files are clean logos, vector artwork or clear images at a good resolution. If you only have a picture from a phone or a social post, send that as well and we will advise on what can be used. Please mention if text, colours or logos must stay exact. That helps us avoid costly changes later.
For brand consistency, include any special colour references, font preferences or layout notes. If the artwork needs cleanup, redraws or layout work, say so upfront. A simple note like "logo needs tracing" or "text must be changed from one phone number to another" is enough to get us moving. This saves back and forth and keeps your job moving quicker, even when load-shedding is affecting schedules.
Tell us where the job will go and who will use it
Context helps us quote the right product. A sign going onto a roadside fence in Bojanala faces weather, dust and sun. A school banner near a hall needs different mounting from a mine safety board at a gatehouse. A branded gazebo for a market in Mogwase may need a different setup from one used at a corporate event in the Rustenburg CBD.
Tell us the installation surface, the site access, and whether the item must last for a few days, a few months or longer. If the job needs delivery and setup, mention the address or area. We work across Rustenburg Printing, Tlhabane Supply, Phokeng Supply, Kroondal Supply, Boshoek Supply, Marikana Supply, Mooinooi Supply and Mogwase Supply, so location details help us plan properly. A quick note on access gates, height limits or security procedures is usefull too.
Include timing, budget and order notes
Let us know when you need the job ready. If you have a fixed handover date, event day, site induction date or opening, say so at the start. Rush work can be possible, but only if we know the deadline early enough to plan printing, embroidery, finishing and installation. If you need phased delivery, mention that as well.
- Required date or event date
- Preferred delivery or collection point
- Budget range if you have one
- Any approval steps before production
- Whether the order is a once-off or a repeat run
A budget range does not lock you in. It simply helps us suggest the most suitable materials and quantities. If you want the most economical option, say that clearly. If durability matters more, tell us where the item will be used so we can guide you on the right stock and finishing.
What to send in one message for an accurate quote
When you use the enquiry form on our contact page, try to include the full basics in one go. That makes it easier for our team to price the job properly and come back with fewer follow-up questions. A complete request does not need to be long, just clear.
- What you need quoted
- Sizes and quantities
- Artwork or logo file, if available
- Material or finish preferences
- Installation or delivery details
- Deadline and site location
If you do not have every detail yet, still send the request. We can often work from a rough brief and then refine it with you. Crystal Clear Printing works with local schools, mines and businesses, so clear information helps us quote and plan the job properly.
