Paper Stock Guide

Written By Barry whd
papers we stock

BOND - (uncoated natural paper)

  • 80gsm Short Grain - for book printing and catalogue bodies

  • 80gsm Long Grain - for A5 books and catalogues, and also trifold take away menus.

  • 90gsm - usually by customer request or printer preference.

  • 100gsm - for letterheads and compliment slips, noticeable difference to 80gsm.

  • 120gsm - for annual reports and 40-60pp books to give extra thickness and weight.

  • 150gsm - for booklet cover pages and handouts

  • 250gsm - for medical center system boards and client file records

  • 350gsm - for post cards, review cards, and business cards

Coated - (Matte or Gloss)

  • 113gsm - for magazine printing

  • 128gsm - for photo books and perfect bound reports

  • 150gsm - for flyers and booklets

  • 200gsm - for poster prints and folded brochures

  • 250gsm - for booklet covers and presentation folders

  • 300gsm - for perfect bound book covers

  • 350gsm - for business cards

Textured

  • 350gsm Dotted Linen - business cards for professional services

  • 350gsm Linen - business cards for professional services

  • 350gsm Light Vellum - economic card stock for tactile cards

  • 100gsm Conquer Smooth - letter heads for professional services

  • 100gsm Brown Unbleached Recycled - have not found a use case for it, but it is good for the environment.

Barry whd
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