Email provisionalpress@gmail.com with your name, address, and what parts are missing/damaged. If damaged, please send a picture so we can work on our packaging process.

Remove one of the steel washers from the assembly. It will still work fine without one or both.

When the block is smooth side up it is type high (.918).

After you glue the F and G pieces together let them sit for at least an hour. Then use a power drill with a 1/8" bit to drill pilot holes. Any wood splitting does not affect the use of the press but you may want to do this to make it look prettier.

If you are like me (Liz speaking) this will bother you A LOT. Lightly sand that circle with some sandpaper and it will come right off.

Yes you can. I would recommend finishing the handle to avoid any fingerprints. Wait until after the press is assembled to do any kind of finishing to the bottom box or glued pieces so that the wood glue can develop a strong bond. Use thin even coats to avoid adding a lot of thickness to the wood. Avoid getting any finish on the bearings. Don't worry about finishing the oak side rails because it will wear off after printing for a while.

The size of the bed is 9.25"x18". The maximum size of paper I would recommend is 9"x12".

Width: 12 3/4" Length: 19 1/2" Height: 5 3/4"

The press comes galley high - .968". With the steel bed plate that comes included with the kit, you can print type high - .918"

This is primarily a relief press and prints very well with wood type, wooden type forms, and wood blocks. Lino cuts and other relief printing methods have been extensively tested and also work very well. We do not recommend this press for etching and intaglio printing or any similar method that requires press blankets.

The goal is to raise the printing matrix to type high - .918". The calibration blocks that are included in your press kit can help you with that. Lay your matrix on top of a thicker material on a flat surface and compare with a calibration block until it is the same height. If the printing seems weak, keep adding sheets of paper (or tape for wood type) under your matrix until it is printing well. We recommend the following materials to bump up your matrix: -MDF - comes in 3/4" and 1/2" thickness -Chipboard (cereal box cardboard) -Thick sheets of paper

This can be adjusted in two ways: 1. Add a layer of tape underneath the rails to ensure it is getting good contact. 2. Attach a thin wooden shim to the sides of the rails with wood glue. As always, email us at provisionalpress@gmail.com with any additional questions.

This usually happens because the nuts are not tight enough on the bottom of the press head. Tighten the nuts as far as they can go. Lock nuts can take more force to fully tighten so use a screwdriver and wrench/pliers. Another thing to try is to rub some bar soap on the side rails of the press. This will help eliminate some wood-on-wood friction to make it run smoother.

We recommend adding rubber nonstick pads to the bottom of the press. One of our customers found these Scotch Heavy Duty Gripping pads that work really well:

Depending on your US region, it should take 5-7 business days for your order to arrive once shipped. International orders will take longer based on location and local country customs and procedures.

We accept returns of unopened/unassembled press kits from the United States within 30 days of delivery. You will receive a shipping label via email to ship the press and/or accessories back to us. Once we receive the return your account will be credited with your total cost minus the price of return shipping. All international sales are final.

We currently ship internationally to the following countries: Australia Belgium Brazil Canada Colombia Denmark France Germany Greece Iceland India Israel Italy Japan Mexico Netherlands New Zealand Norway Philippines Poland Singapore South Korea Spain Sweden Switzerland Thailand United Kingdom ​ If you do not see your country on this list please let us know to be added. International orders will be shipped with an insured service and may require being signed for. International charges including importation taxes & VAT etc may be applicable depending on your location, rules, or laws. The buyer is responsible for any and all charges required. Steve Garst and Provisional Press hold no liability, risk, or responsibility for any and all fees, fines etc (with no exception).