This is a volume with a hardback cover and stitched spine (thread): the stitching ensures resistance to wear, the hardback gives the volume uniqueness and prestige.

The signatures are first stitched together using a thread and are then glued to the spine and gauzed to further improve strength. Thanks to the tenacity of this binding, the inner paper can be up to 200 grammage for high-quality publications.

The cover is made of a paper or other material, e.g. cloth, that covers a stiff cardboard.

The endpapers, i.e. the pages glued to the inside of the cover, can be white or printed.

Hardback binding is recommended for creating long-lasting luxury volumes.

The offset printing technique guarantees high quality in the details.