Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our products and services, including orders, delivery, printing, photo prints, photobooks, artwork requirements and contact details.
Orders & Delivery
Where are you located?
Our store is located at:
10 Mathews Meyiwa Road
Greyville, Durban
KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Do you deliver?
Yes. We deliver throughout South Africa. Delivery options and costs are displayed during the online checkout process.
Can I collect my order?
Yes. Simply select Collection during checkout, and we'll notify you as soon as your order is ready.
Can I order from anywhere in South Africa?
Yes. We deliver nationwide.
Printing Services
Can I send my own business card design for printing?
Yes. Please supply your artwork at the correct finished size of 90 x 50 mm (9 x 5 cm). We recommend submitting a high-resolution PDF with a 3 mm bleed to avoid unwanted cropping during printing.
Do you print stickers and labels?
Yes. We print custom stickers and labels in virtually any size and shape, including professional print-and-cut products.
Do you offer graphic design services?
Yes. Contact us by phone or WhatsApp with your requirements, and we'll provide a quotation based on your project.
Photo Printing
How do I order digital photo prints online?
- Visit our website.
- Select Digital Prints.
- Choose your preferred print size.
- Upload your images.
- Add your prints to your cart.
- Complete the checkout process.
How long do ID or passport photos take?
Our in-store ID and passport photo service takes approximately 15 minutes.
Do you offer digital visa photos?
Yes. We prepare digital visa photos in the required format and email them directly to you.
Photobooks
How long do photobooks take?
Most standard photobooks are ready within 24 hours. Please note that Layflat Photobooks require additional production time.
Does your photobook software include AI?
Yes. Our FREE photobook software includes AI Auto Flow, which automatically arranges your photos into your photobook. Before submitting your order, we recommend reviewing image orientation, cropping and page layouts.
Do I pay to use the photobook software?
No. Our photobook software is completely FREE to download and use. You only pay when you place your printing order.
How do I download the FREE photobook software?
Visit our website and select Designer Software from the Downloads section.
Is your photobook software available for Windows and Mac?
Yes. Versions are available for both Windows and macOS.
Do you print wedding and school photobooks?
Yes. We print wedding, school and personalised photobooks. Simply download our FREE design software, create your photobook and place your order online.
Artwork Requirements
What file formats do you accept?
For the best print quality, we recommend:
- PDF - Preferred for document printing.
- JPG / JPEG - High-resolution images recommended for photo printing.
- PNG - Accepted for suitable artwork.
What image resolution is recommended for the best print quality?
For the best results, we recommend image files of 1 MB or larger. Higher-resolution images generally produce superior print quality.
Additional Questions
Do you print while I wait?
Yes, for selected services and smaller quantities.
What are your trading hours?
Monday to Friday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday: 8:30 am - 3:00 pm
Sunday: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
How will I know when my order is ready?
For selected services, you will receive an SMS notification when your order is ready for collection.
Can I order online and collect in-store?
Yes.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept Credit Cards and EFT (Electronic Funds Transfer) payments.
Can I print directly from my phone?
Yes. Simply send your files via WhatsApp to 061 496 1558.
Do you print from USB flash drives?
Yes.
Do you laminate documents?
Yes.
Do you offer same-day printing?
Yes. Same-day printing is available for selected products and is subject to quantity, artwork approval and production capacity.
Can you print posters and banners?
Yes. We offer a wide range of poster and banner printing services.
Do you print canvas and large-format prints?
Yes. We print premium-quality canvas prints as well as a variety of large-format printing products.
Can you restore old photographs?
Yes. We offer professional photo restoration services.
Do you offer corporate printing and branding?
Yes. We provide a comprehensive range of corporate printing, promotional products and branding solutions.
Can I reorder previous photo print orders?
Yes. Previous digital print orders can usually be reordered within 14 days, provided they are still available in our system.
Do you print passport photos for all countries?
Yes. We produce passport and visa photographs that meet the specifications of many countries.
Can I place a bulk or corporate order?
Yes. We welcome bulk, school and corporate orders. Please contact us for a customised quotation.
Still Need Help?
If you can't find the answer you're looking for, our friendly team is ready to assist. Contact us by phone, WhatsApp or email, and we'll be happy to help.
Phone: 031 309 8928
WhatsApp: 061 496 1558
Email: info@elegantpix.co.za
Website: www.elegantpix.co.za