Ideal Paper Weights for Magazine, Catalogue and Brochure Printing


Paper weight guide

Paper weight for your printed project We are all aware that there are different paper weights used for different printed items but what are the ideal weights for specific jobs? Here we look at, and make suggestions, as to which weights we believe are the best for your print job based on our experience of
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Sustainable Paper for Printing: FSC, PEFC and Recycled Paper Explained


Understanding Environmental Credentials of your

Choosing paper more responsibly involves more than simply asking whether a sheet is recycled. The source of the fibre, credible forest certification, recycled content, paper weight, manufacturing efficiency, print quantity, finished-product weight, transport, recyclability and the amount of print that ultimately goes unused can all influence the environmental impact of a print project. For commercial
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Choosing the Right Paper for Your Print Job


how to choose the right paper for your print job

  Choosing paper for a print project is not simply a question of whether you prefer gloss, silk or uncoated stock. Paper affects how the finished product looks and feels, but it can also influence colour reproduction, opacity, bulk, binding, production method, finished weight, postage, distribution and ultimately the total cost of the project. The
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