Riso Print Guide

We work with a RISO SF5350 printer, and currently we have 10 RISO colours.
The cost of riso printing depends on various factors:

  • We use Fabriano 160 gsm A3 uncoated paper for regular printing projects.

    We also have from 80 gsm to 300 gsm A3-size paper in stock. The paper has a natural warm white tone. The cost of paper is 3-5 DKK per sheet. If you are looking for something specific, please let us know. (You are welcome to bring your own paper for printing, as long as they are uncoated. )

  • The printer can handle up to A3 size (420 × 297 mm), but risograph printing doesn’t go all the way to the edge—there will be a small margin of about 5 mm. For full-bleed posters, we recommend using a size of 400 × 280 mm.

    For business cards, postcards, and other small prints, it’s a good idea to place multiple images on one A3 sheet to save on master costs.

  • When printing with the RISO printer, the printer will make a stencil using a sheet of rice paper (master). For an image with multiple colours, a sheet of master will be made for each colour. Each master costs 250dkk.

    Each colour in the design needs to be exported as a separate, flattened grayscale PDF file. If you haven’t printed with Riso before, we can also help with colour separation.

    As the machine prints one color at a time, slight misalignment between layers is a natural part of the risograph process. Ink-heavy areas may also show subtle roller marks.

  • We offer support with file preparation, troubleshooting, and post-print finishing.

    For larger or ongoing projects, we’re happy to provide a time estimate in advance.

It’s often tricky to estimate the cost of a print project without seeing the design file. If you’d like a more accurate quote, feel free to email us at info@theprinthouse.dk

A riso printer stands on wooden floor

Our Riso Colours:

A green gradient background with the text 'Green' and color code '#00A95C' at the bottom.
A color gradient transitioning from a bright red at the top to white at the middle, and black at the bottom with the text "Bright Red" and the hex color code "#FF4040" in red on the black section.
A gradient background transitioning from bright pink at the top to white at the bottom, with text in the bottom right corner that reads "Fluorescent Pink #F91E6" in pink font.
Gradient background from dark blue at the top to white at the bottom with a small blue rectangular shape in the lower right corner.
A black and white gradient image that transitions from black at the top to white at the bottom with no discernible objects or scenery.
A yellow color sample with a gradient fading to white at the bottom, labeled with the color name 'Yellow' and hex code '#F9F206'.
Color swatch labeled Hunter Green with hex code #17352A.
Gradient background transitioning from dark purple at the top to black at the bottom with the word "Purple" and its hex code #301C70
Sample color swatch labeled 'Flat Gold' with hex code #A87B3F.
Gradient background shifting from coral to light pink with text that says 'Fluorescent Orange #FC5E56' at the bottom.
Download colour swatch

Featured Works

  • Hand holding playing cards featuring a colorful butterfly design, with the ace of hearts card partially visible behind the others.

    Posters for Small Wonder

    4-colour riso print
    A4 (297×210mm) 300gsm (Round cornered)

  • Illustrated steps of making tea with hands holding a teapot, spoon, cup, and kettle, featuring pink and blue colors.

    Coffee Poster

    2-colour riso print
    A3 (420×297 mm) 120gsm

  • Stack of yellow brochures or pamphlets with small items on top, possibly stickers or small paper packets, in a setting that appears to be at a booth or display stand.

    Letters to Lovers Zine

    2-colour riso print
    Cover: 240gsm
    Inner page: 160gsm
    Glue binding

  • Flyer with a blue sky background and partly cloudy clouds. Pink text reads: "Copenhagen Architecture Biennial" and "Slow Down 18.09—19.10.2025." The title "Fluffy Encounters" appears in large pink letters, with additional text about wool's resurgence and deepening the slow materials movement in architecture and beyond.

    Poster/ book cover for Studio Conundrum for Copenhagen Architecture Biennial

    2-colour riso print
    Poster: 420×297mm 120gsm
    Cover: 210×148mm 240gsm

  • Stack of playing cards on a wooden surface with a note labeled 'Cócteles y Snacks' from Doctor Claudio Delgado, located at 2001 Donostia-San Sebastián.

    Business Card for Konbini 109

    2-colour riso print (double-sided)
    50×50mm 240gsm

  • A workspace with printed index cards, some showing photos of flowers and artwork, and some with handwritten numbers or dates. There are sheets and a photo of a flower in a pot.

    Brandkit for 91-92 for 3 days of design

    Riso printed postcards/ business cards
    2-colour/ 1-colour
    240gsm

  • Close-up of a white energy bar in a blue wrapper labeled 'SEVEN SEVEN CAFE AND BAR' on a light-colored countertop next to a potted plant with green leaves.

    Coffee bag sleeve

    2-colour riso print
    400×70mm 200gsm (Creasing lines)

  • Business cards for a delicatessen and bar, including contact information and address, with decorative borders in black and copper

    Cards for Auren's Deli

    3-colour riso print (double sided)
    98×70mm 240gsm

  • Stack of glass jars with black lids labeled Hoisin Sauce, placed on a light-colored surface with other jars in the background.

    Labels for Foo Ferment

    2-colour riso print
    200×35mm 100g white craft sticker paper

  • Stack of blue notarized documents with white text and logos, arranged on a white surface.

    Prolog Giftcards

    1-colour riso print (double-sided)
    80×55mm 240gsm