Printing on Paper
Paper Types
We offer a wide selection of different paper, these different papers are also available in wide choice of colours.
Gloss
Paper with a coating to give it a shiny finish adding extra vibrancy. Glossy papers make colours appear more vibrant and generally offer the best resolution, but they suffer from glare which can be a problem under certain lighting conditions.
Silk
Paper with a matt coating to give it a smooth finish. Excellent for usage where light reflections can be an issue because it doesn’t create any glare. Matt papers will generally have slightly duller colours and less contrast compared to gloss papers and are often not quite as durable.
Uncoated (Plain)
Paper which doesn’t have a coating and is therefore not as smooth as coated paper. Premium quality uncoated papers are used for business stationery and are becoming increasingly popular for use in prestigious brochures and catalogues. Ideal if you need to handwrite personal information onto your print.
Textured (uncoated)
Textured papers are a tactile way to create interest. Variations in paper can include homemade papers, rice paper and papyrus.
Iridescent, Pearlescent & Metallic
These upmarket papers provide the finished print with a luxurious sheen, and there so many different effects to choose from.
Tyvek
Waterproof, tear proof material which is designed for outdoor use. Ideal for posters.
Self Adhesive
Paper with an adhesive backing, simply peel the back off and affix where required.
Paper Weights (gsm)
GSM (Grams per Square Metre) is a measurement of paper thickness and density.
PAPER WEIGHT BEST SUITED TO...
80 - 100gsm Letterhead & Notepads
120 - 170gsm Posters (A0 to A3), Flyers, Folded Leaflets, Brochure Inner Pages
200 - 250gsm Flyers, Folded Leaflets, Brochure Cover
300 - 350gsm Business Cards, Post Cards, Scratch Cards, Brochure Covers, Presentation Boxes
400gsm Business Cards, Folders, Presentation Boxes
EVERYDAY EXAMPLES
Newspaper: approx 35-50gsm
Regular printer paper: approx 80-100gsm
Photo prints: approx 250gsm
Cereal box: approx 350gsm
Paper Sizes
Open Size Guide
A1 - 594 x 840mm
A2 - 420 x 594mm
A3 - 297 x 420mm
A4 - 210 x 297mm
A5 - 148 x 210mm
A6 - 105 x 148mm
DL - 99 x 210mm
Bespoke sizes also available.