Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Blood & Ink Books specialises in genuinely hand-created book edges rather than mass-produced printed edges. The exact technique may include painting, spraying, stencilling or a combination.

Yes. After your commission is accepted, you will receive guidance on safely packaging and sending your book.

Yes. Blood & Ink Books can source a requested edition. The cost of the book is added to the commission.

Sprayed and stencilled work starts from £15, hand-painted work from £65, collector commissions from £150 and multi-book sets from £250. The final price depends on the book and complexity.

Turnaround varies according to the design and current workload. You will receive an estimated timeframe before paying a deposit.

No. Inspiration is welcome, but Blood & Ink Books will create an original interpretation rather than directly copying another artist's work.

The business focuses on original designs rather than directly reproducing existing publisher or artist artwork.

Yes. Minor variations are part of hand-created artwork and make each book individual.

Keep it dry, avoid prolonged direct sunlight, minimise rubbing or scraping of painted edges and handle with clean, dry hands.

Contact Blood & Ink Books promptly and retain the book, packaging and delivery label. Photographs may be requested so the issue can be investigated.