Custom Waterproof Black PVC Poker Playing Cards
WALLIS custom waterproof black PVC poker playing cards are designed for private-label decks, poker clubs, promotional merchandise, casino-style entertainment, gifts, souvenirs and customized card projects. The primary construction is 100% plastic/new PVC, with options for custom sizes, CMYK printing, metallic foil, spot UV, matte or glossy finishes and customized packaging.
Standard finished-size options include 57 × 87 mm and 63 × 88 mm. Larger customized formats such as 70 × 100 mm and 85 × 110 mm are also referenced for special projects. Typical deck configurations include 54–56 cards, with customized card counts available.
For a quotation, buyers should provide the finished card size, PVC thickness, cards per deck, quantity per design, card-face and card-back artwork, printing requirements, foil or spot-UV areas, packaging style, sample requirements and delivery destination.
Black PVC Poker Card Specifications
| Product Name | Custom Waterproof Black PVC Poker Playing Cards |
| Primary Material | 100% plastic / new PVC |
| Standard Finished Sizes | 57 × 87 mm / 63 × 88 mm |
| Custom Size Examples | 70 × 100 mm / 85 × 110 mm; other custom formats subject to review |
| Reference PVC Thicknesses | 0.26 mm / 0.30 mm / 0.32 mm; broader custom references include 0.28–0.35 mm. Final gauge is confirmed for the approved construction. |
| Cards Per Deck | 54–56 cards/deck or customized configuration |
| Printing | Customized full-color CMYK printing; Heidelberg printing equipment |
| Card Finishes | Spot UV / Gold Foil / Silver Foil / Glossy Lamination / Matte Finish |
| Card Shapes | Rectangle plus square, round, oval, heart and other custom shapes |
| Packaging | Individual box / paper box / plastic box / customized packaging |
| Box Finishes | Spot UV / Gold Foil / Silver Foil / Glossy Lamination |
| Samples | Stock samples and custom samples available |
| Custom Sample Time | Approximately 7 days after printing-layout confirmation |
| MOQ Guide | Project-dependent. Reference levels include 100 decks for certain trial orders, 500 decks for regular customization and 1000 decks for standard production. Confirm the applicable MOQ in the quotation. |
| Lead Time | Project-specific and dependent on quantity, finish and packaging; confirm the production schedule after artwork approval |
| Alternative Constructions | PET, PETG and paper-based constructions can be reviewed for projects requiring materials other than PVC |
Why Choose PVC for Custom Playing Cards?
PVC playing cards use a plastic substrate rather than a conventional untreated paper core. This gives the deck a different handling and durability profile and makes PVC useful for projects where resistance to normal water exposure, repeated handling and easy surface cleaning are important.
Water-Resistant Plastic Construction
The PVC substrate does not absorb normal water exposure in the same way as an untreated paper card. This can be useful for bars, clubs, hospitality venues, outdoor recreation and other environments where accidental spills may occur.
Flexible for Repeated Handling
PVC provides a flexible plastic structure suitable for normal shuffling and repeated handling. Actual bending and wear performance depends on the selected thickness, PVC formulation, printing layers, surface finish and use conditions.
Easy to Wipe Clean
For routine cleaning, cards can be wiped with a soft damp cloth and dried before restacking. Buyers that require repeated washing should test the final printed sample with the intended cleaning method before bulk production.
Waterproof & Washable Design: What Buyers Should Know
The product is marketed as waterproof because the primary substrate is PVC rather than conventional paper. However, commercial washability depends on the complete finished card, including inks, foil, UV coating and other surface treatments. For clubs, hotels, rental-game operators or other high-frequency users, the safest approach is to approve a finished sample under the intended cleaning conditions.
Recommended Cleaning
Use clean water or an approved mild cleaning method with a soft cloth. Avoid aggressive solvents, abrasive pads and excessive heat because these can affect printing, foil or the selected surface finish.
Dry Before Restacking
Dry the card surfaces before returning the deck to its box. This helps reduce temporary sticking and prevents moisture from being trapped between cards.
Custom Printing & Premium Surface Finishes
Black playing cards require strong contrast between the dark background and card indexes, suits, logos and decorative elements. WALLIS supports full-color CMYK printing and customized surface treatments for private-label and promotional card programs.
Full-Color CMYK Printing
Artwork can include custom card faces, indexes, suits, logos, backs, jokers and promotional information. For brand-sensitive colors, approve a physical sample rather than relying only on a monitor preview.
Gold & Silver Foil
Gold and silver foil can be used on logos, borders, card backs and packaging. Metallic accents create strong contrast against a black card background and are suitable for premium or gift-oriented designs.
Spot UV
Spot UV can create selective gloss contrast on cards or boxes. The required UV areas should be identified clearly in the artwork and confirmed for production feasibility.
Matte or Glossy Finish
Matte and glossy finishes create different visual and tactile effects and can also change card-to-card friction. Buyers should approve the physical finish and handling feel before mass production.
Playing Card Sizes, Thicknesses & Deck Configurations
57 × 87 mm
57 × 87 mm is available as a standard finished option. This narrower format can be considered for bridge-style or other card-game requirements, subject to final artwork and packaging confirmation.
63 × 88 mm
63 × 88 mm is another standard WALLIS option and closely matches a widely used poker-card format. Buyers should use the exact production template supplied for the selected SKU.
Custom Sizes & Shapes
70 × 100 mm and 85 × 110 mm are available as larger customized examples. Square, round, oval, heart and other custom shapes can also be reviewed. Non-standard formats may affect tooling, deck height, packaging and MOQ.
54–56 Cards Per Deck
Standard configurations include 54–56 cards per deck, while custom deck counts can be discussed. Additional jokers, instruction cards, QR-code cards or promotional cards should be confirmed before packaging dimensions are finalized.
PVC vs. Paper Playing Cards
| Feature | PVC Playing Cards | Conventional Paper Cards |
| Base Material | Plastic PVC substrate | Paper-based construction |
| Water Exposure | Better suited to normal spills and wiping | Untreated paper can absorb moisture more readily |
| Flexibility | Flexible plastic feel | Depends on paper stock and coating |
| Cleaning | Can generally be wiped carefully | Cleaning options are more limited |
| Best Fit | Repeated-use, hospitality, promotional and premium custom decks | Projects prioritizing a traditional paper-card feel or paper-based construction |
Artwork Requirements for Custom Black Poker Cards
Use the Correct Production Template
Request the production template for the exact 57 × 87 mm, 63 × 88 mm or custom card size before preparing final artwork.
Include Bleed & Safe Area
Background artwork should extend into the required bleed area, while indexes, suit symbols, text and logos should remain inside the defined safe area.
Check Contrast on Black Backgrounds
Dark artwork can lose visibility against a black card background. Important text, indexes and suit symbols should maintain sufficient contrast in the physical proof.
Separate Foil and Spot-UV Layers
Gold foil, silver foil and spot-UV areas should be identified as separate production elements where applicable.
Confirm Card-Back Orientation
If the back artwork has a defined top and bottom, confirm its orientation relative to the card face before printing.
Applications for Custom Waterproof Black PVC Poker Cards
Poker Clubs & Home Game Sets
Black plastic decks provide a distinctive visual alternative for poker nights, private card clubs and customized home game sets.
Casino-Style Entertainment
Customized decks can be evaluated for casino-style entertainment projects. Buyers requiring regulated casino specifications, security features or defined testing standards should provide those requirements separately for technical confirmation.
Promotional Merchandise
Company logos, event graphics and promotional designs can be incorporated into card faces, backs and packaging for marketing campaigns and branded giveaways.
Gifts & Souvenirs
Black cards with metallic artwork or customized gift packaging can be used for corporate gifts, souvenirs, events and private-label retail products.
Hotels, Resorts & Hospitality
Plastic construction can be useful around pools, patios, hotels, resorts and bars where occasional liquid exposure may be more common than in conventional indoor card play.
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Custom Packaging for PVC Poker Playing Cards
Paper Box
Custom printed paper boxes can be developed for retail, promotional and private-label decks. Available box-finishing options include spot UV, gold foil, silver foil and glossy lamination.
Plastic Box
Plastic boxes provide a reusable storage option and can be considered for decks intended for repeated use.
Custom Packaging
Packaging can be customized around the card dimensions, deck count, branding, retail-display requirements and distribution method.
Important: finalize the box dimensions only after the card thickness and deck count are confirmed, because both directly affect the finished deck height.
Why Choose WALLIS for Custom Plastic Playing Cards?
WALLIS supports B2B customization across material selection, card size, printing, finishing, sampling and packaging. For buyers developing a private-label playing-card product, combining these steps with one supplier can simplify specification control and sample approval.
Multiple Material Options
PVC is the primary material for this black waterproof playing-card configuration. PET, PETG and paper constructions can also be reviewed for projects requiring different material characteristics.
Custom Size, Thickness & Deck Count
Standard and customized finished dimensions can be combined with different plastic thicknesses and deck configurations after technical confirmation.
Printing, Foil, Spot UV & Packaging
CMYK artwork, metallic foil, spot UV, matte or glossy finishes and customized packaging allow buyers to develop differentiated private-label card products.
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WALLIS at Exhibition
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WALLIS with International Clients
Custom Playing Card Production Process
1. Confirm Material & Specifications
Confirm PVC material, finished dimensions, card thickness, deck count, surface finish and packaging.
2. Prepare Artwork
Prepare card faces, backs, jokers, extra cards and packaging according to the approved production template.
3. Approve Sample & Printing
Confirm the printing layout, color requirements and any foil or spot-UV areas. A physical sample is recommended for custom B2B projects before bulk production.
4. Surface Finishing
Apply the selected spot UV, foil, glossy, matte or other approved finishing processes.
5. Cutting & Corner Finishing
Printed sheets are converted to the approved finished card dimensions and corner geometry.
6. Deck Collation & Quality Inspection
Cards are collated into the specified deck configuration and checked for dimensions, thickness, print registration, color, surface finish, card count and packaging condition.
7. Packaging & Shipment
Approved decks are packed in the selected paper, plastic or customized box and prepared for shipment.
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FAQ About Waterproof Black PVC Poker Playing Cards
What are black waterproof poker cards made from?
PVC is the primary material for this product and is described as 100% plastic/new PVC. PET and PETG can also be reviewed for projects requiring alternative plastic materials.
What standard sizes are available?
Standard options include 57 × 87 mm and 63 × 88 mm. Customized examples include 70 × 100 mm and 85 × 110 mm.
How thick are the PVC playing cards?
Reference thicknesses include 0.26 mm, 0.30 mm and 0.32 mm, with a broader custom range of 0.28–0.35 mm also referenced. Final thickness should be confirmed for the selected card construction.
How many cards are in one deck?
Standard configurations include 54–56 cards per deck, with customized deck counts available for special projects.
Can the faces, backs and packaging all be customized?
Yes. Card faces, backs, jokers, additional cards and packaging can all be customized subject to artwork and production approval.
Are gold foil, silver foil and spot UV available?
Yes. Gold foil, silver foil and spot UV are available for card and packaging customization.
Are the cards really waterproof?
The product uses a PVC plastic substrate and is marketed as waterproof. For commercial programs requiring repeated immersion or frequent washing, test the exact printed and finished sample under the intended cleaning conditions.
Are the cards scratch-proof?
No finished playing card should be described as completely scratch-proof without applicable test data. Surface durability depends on the print system, finish, abrasion and use conditions.
What is the MOQ?
MOQ depends on the project. Reference levels include 100 decks for certain trial orders, 500 decks for regular customization and 1000 decks for standard production. Confirm the applicable MOQ in the quotation.
How long does a custom sample take?
A custom sample typically takes approximately seven days after the printing layout is confirmed.
What information should I provide for a quotation?
Provide finished card size, PVC thickness, cards per deck, quantity per design, card-face and card-back artwork, printing colors, foil or spot-UV requirements, packaging style, box artwork, sample requirements and delivery destination.
Request Custom Black PVC Poker Cards & Factory Pricing
If you are sourcing custom waterproof black PVC poker cards for private-label decks, poker clubs, gifts, promotions or casino-style entertainment, send WALLIS your size, thickness, artwork, deck count, finish, quantity and packaging requirements for technical review and quotation.
