Paper Types
All sorts of types of paper;
Art Paper
This kind of paper is coated with a fine clay compound that creates an either gloss or matt effect on both sides of the page.
Uses: brochures, calendars, magazine covers, magazine text
Bond Paper
Originally used for documents such as government bonds, it is stronger and more durable than the average sheet of paper. It is mostly made from rag pulp as opposed to the lower grade wood pulp and its aesthetical look makes it popular for letterheads and image building stationery.
Uses: letterheads, envelopes, typed reports
Carbonless - Self Copy Paper
This paper is coated with chemicals which transfer images or text from one sheet to another when under pressure from writing or typing.
Uses: application forms, computer stationery, time saving stationery.
Cast Coated Paper
This type of paper is pressed against metal drums while its coating is still wet producing a very high gloss, mirror-like finish and superior smooth surface. Its flexibility makes it an excellent option for folding and scoring since it keeps cracking to a minimum.
Uses: packaging
Coated paper
The paper is coated to produce dull, gloss, matt, or other finishes. Coated paper has better reflectivity and produces sharper, brighter images.
Uses: varied, depending on type of coating.
Gloss coated paper
It has a high shine and very smooth surface making it ideal for promotional work. The ink dries particularly well here so it can eliminate the need for a seal varnish to prevent ink rubbings and marks
Uses: brochures, pamphlets, flyers, presentations
Matt coated paper
This paper is coated to give it a matt finish as opposed to the gloss coated paper look. It is perfect for producing images without the glare that can come with the gloss options though it’s recommended to apply a sealed varnish to protect from ink rubbings.
Uses: leaflets, flyers, reports
Newsprint
This low-cost, non-archival paper has an off-white cast and distinctive feel. It is widely used to print newspapers and advertising material because it is economical, strong enough to run through high-speed web printing presses and accepts four-color printing.
Uses: newspapers, advertising material
Pulpboard
These are uncoated boards made of wood pulp that can be white or coloured and come in various different densities.
Uses: packaging, mounting prints
Recycled paper
Recycled paper is partly or entirely made from re-used paper products. Its production uses much less energy than virgin paper and reduces waste in landfills.
Silk coated paper
This paper has a smooth silky coating giving it a low surface shine. Smoother than the matt coated kind but not as glossy as the gloss coated paper, it is a good compromise between the two.
Uses: catalogues, books, mailing, magazines and periodicals
Uncoated paper
This plain paper without coating has a unique ink receptivity and absorbency. It is most popularly used for printed items that will also require pen writing such as forms and memos.
Uses: forms, business reply cards, letterheads, memo paper
Watermarked paper
This watermark gives a distinctive prestige and is used in high quality paper such as Conqueror. In the manufacturing process an impression is pressed into the paper by attaching a wire pattern or by using relief sculptures to create the desired effect.
Uses: logo, paper type description, security feature
