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Signage and window graphics regulation: 2026 guide (Gers, Landes)
Façade sign, totem, window graphic: do you need authorisation, and which one? The rules changed on 1 July 2026. A practical guide for the Gers and the Landes,… -
Mandatory Notices on Your Printed Materials | 2M Numérique
"Do not litter" notices, printer identification, the Triman logo, SIRET number... We run through, material by material, the notices you shouldn't forget. -
Roll-Up or Kakemono: Which One for a Stand?
Retractable roll-up or kakemono on a stand: assembly, transport, durability, budget and use cases compared to help you choose the right display for your stand. -
Rigid Panel or Banner: Which Outdoor Material?
Rigid panel (Akilux, Dibond, Forex) or flexible banner (PVC, micro-perforated, mesh)? We compare rigidity, size, wind resistance, lifespan, installation and… -
Adhesive Labels: Paper or Vinyl, How to Choose
Coated paper, kraft or white and clear vinyl: the guide to choosing the right label material based on use, durability and finish. -
Business Cards: 7 Mistakes to Avoid When Printing
Forgotten bleed, blurry images, a blank back, an untested QR code… here are the 7 mistakes that ruin a business card, and how to avoid them. -
Cotton, Polyester or Organic: Choosing Your Custom Fabric
Cotton, polyester, poly-cotton, organic or recycled: the guide to fabrics, weights and uses for choosing the right garment to personalise. -
When Should You Order Your Print? The Lead Time Guide
Design, proofing, production, installation, delivery: how much time to allow before a fixed-date event, and how to avoid nasty surprises. -
Essential Print Materials for an Estate Agency
For Sale boards, window graphics, property listings, agreements, business cards: all the print materials that help an agency sell and let. -
Back-to-School Marketing: The Complete Guide
Enrolment posters, open days, window graphics, branded workwear: the complete guide to planning your back-to-school marketing and keeping to the right schedule. -
Pantone, CMYK, RGB: Colour in Print Explained
RGB, CMYK, Pantone: why colour shifts from screen to paper, and how to guarantee results that stay true to your brand guidelines. -
A4, A5, DL, Square: Choosing the Right Print Format
The A series, DL format, square, large-format posters: the guide to choosing the right format based on your message, your budget and how the piece will be used. -
Print Communications for a Campsite or Holiday Accommodation
Brochures, site maps, outdoor signage, flyers, promotional gifts, staff clothing: get your accommodation's print communications ready before the season. -
The Print Proof: What to Check Before You Print
The print proof is your last safety net before printing. Here's what it confirms, what to check, and the pitfalls to avoid. -
Types of Binding: Choosing Right for Brochures and Catalogues
Saddle stitching, perfect binding, spiral, sewn binding: the guide to choosing the right binding based on your page count, budget and intended use. -
Offset or Digital: How to Choose Your Printing Process?
Offset or digital? Understand both processes, their strengths and their limits, to choose the one that truly fits your project. -
Eco-Friendly Printing: Paper, Ink and Local Sourcing
Certified papers, plant-based inks, industry labels, and above all, local sourcing: a practical guide to reducing the footprint of your print jobs. -
One Supplier for Print, Textile and Promotional Items
Print, large format, textile, promotional items, vehicle wraps, graphic design studio: why putting your whole communication in the hands of a single point of… -
Print Finishing: Folding, Creasing, Perforating
Folding, creasing, perforating, trimming, finishing: everything that turns a printed sheet into a finished piece, and how to prepare your file. -
Shape-Cutting: Printed Pieces That Stand Out
Original cards, die-cut flyers, POS displays, stickers, labels: how shape-cutting turns an ordinary printed piece into something remarkable. -
Custom Stickers: Uses, Materials and Finishes
Labels, shop windows, vehicles, promotional items: everything you need to choose the right custom sticker based on material, cutting method, finish and use. -
Construction Site Signs: Information, Formats and Materials
Planning permission notices or company signage: mandatory information, formats, materials and installation. The practical guide to getting it right. -
Wedding Invitations and Stationery: Paper and Finishes
Save-the-dates, invitations, menus, seating charts: everything on paper stocks, finishes and trends for cohesive wedding stationery. -
Corporate Christmas cards: polishing your image
Why the professional Christmas card remains a powerful point of contact, print or e-card, when to send it, formats, finishes and the right tone for your… -
Personalised calendars and diaries: visible 365 days a year
Wall, pocket, desk easel, diary or desk pad: why a personalised calendar keeps your logo in view for 365 days, and when to order one. -
Large-format advertising tarpaulins: materials, finishes, installation
PVC, micro-perforated, mesh, eyelets or pole pockets: how to choose and install a large-format tarpaulin that stands up to wind, sun and rain. -
Company stationery: letterheads and envelopes
Letterheads, envelopes, folders, notepads and compliment slips: why consistent stationery strengthens your small business's credibility in the Gers and Landes. -
Shop fitting and signage: the retailer's guide
Window graphics, signage, POS displays, wayfinding: the guide to making your shop a store that attracts customers and drives sales. -
Printed materials for ferias, festivals, fairs and markets
Posters, banners, flags, signage, volunteer clothing, promotional items: the guide to getting your event's printed communication right. -
The 6 Hidden Costs of Online Printing
Shipping fees, minimum orders, rush charges, billed corrections: discover the 6 hidden costs of online printing and how to avoid them. -
Cheap Printer in the Gers: Pay the Fair Price
Cheap doesn't have to mean poor quality. Understand what really drives the price of printing and optimise your budget with a printer based in the Gers. -
Flocking, Screen Printing or DTF: Which to Choose?
Flocking, screen printing or DTF? Our decision guide to help you choose the right technique based on your run size, your design and your fabric. -
Preparing Your File for Printing: the Simple Guide
CMYK or RGB, bleed, 300 dpi resolution, PDF format: the simple guide to delivering a print-ready file with no nasty surprises. -
Vehicle Wrapping & Signage Gers and Landes | 2M Numérique
Vehicle wrapping, signage and lettering in the Gers and Landes. 2M Numérique designs, prints and installs everything in-house with Hexis adhesive vinyl. -
Custom Textiles Gers | T-Shirts & Workwear
Custom textile workshop in the Gers: t-shirts, polos, workwear for businesses, clubs and events. Flocking, screen printing, embroidery, DTF. -
Eco-friendly promotional items: sustainable communication
Recycled, durable or French-made items: how to offer promotional gifts that are useful and true to responsible values. -
Outdoor Signage: Which Materials Really Last?
Akilux, Dibond, PVC, tarpaulin, vinyl: which material should you choose for a sign or panel that lasts outdoors? -
Getting your logo right: the basics of a visual identity
A good logo is simple, memorable and adaptable. The essential principles to know before creating or redesigning your identity. -
Choosing the Right Promotional Products: The Guide
Pen, water bottle, tote bag or USB stick? How to choose a promotional product that's genuinely useful, on-brand and within budget. -
Vehicle Wrapping: Process, Benefits and Budget
Vehicle wrapping turns your car or van into a rolling billboard. Here's how a project unfolds, the types of application and what drives the price. -
Wine and spirits labels: finishes that add value
In the Gers, the label sells the bottle. Papers, foil stamping, embossing, varnish: the options that make your bottles shine. -
Trade show displays: roll-up, kakemono or stand?
To stand out at a trade show, choose the right display. We compare roll-ups, kakemonos, feather flags and pop-up stands. -
Flyer, Leaflet or Brochure: Which One to Choose?
Three formats, three purposes. We help you choose between a flyer, a leaflet and a brochure based on your message and your budget. -
Which paper for your flyers and leaflets?
Weight, coated or recycled, matte or gloss: your choice of paper shapes both the image and the budget of your printed materials. -
Flocking, Screen Printing, Embroidery or DTF: Which Technique?
Which printing technique is right for your t-shirts, polos and jackets? We compare flocking, screen printing, embroidery and DTF printing. -
Soft-touch, matte or gloss lamination: which one to choose?
Lamination changes everything about how your cards and printed materials feel and look. A comparison of the three leading finishes. -
Business Cards: Which Paper Weight and Finish?
350gsm or 400gsm, matte or soft-touch lamination, foiling, rounded corners: the guide to a business card that makes an impression. -
Why Are Local, Custom-Made Products a Mark of Quality?
Custom printing, local production in Duhort Bachen -
How to Prepare Your Files for Perfect Printing: A Practical Guide
Discover how and why to prepare your files properly for your printer -
Vinyl Application: Why Choose a White-Label Partner for Adhesive Installation?
If you’re a communications agency, a print shop, or a business offering customisation services, working with a specialist white-label vinyl application partner… -
Should You Hire a Graphic Designer, or Not?
Think you don’t need a graphic designer? We explain the pros and cons of hiring a professional designer for your marketing materials -
How 2M NUMÉRIQUE Is Reducing Its Environmental Impact
As environmental impact becomes an ever-greater priority, it’s crucial for businesses to rethink the way they operate. -
Discover Our Products, Made in Our Local Printing Workshop in the Landes
What do we produce in our printing workshop in the Landes?