Business Cards (Standard) (Top Selling)

Paper Types ............................................................................

 When you are choosing a paper for your project, what do all the  
 paper terms mean? We're going to try & sort that out for you.

Uncoated
Uncoated paper stock is paper that has not been coated with a surface sealant. Inks dry by absorbing into the paper. This
paper type can dull the colors that are printed. Uncoated
papers comprise a vast number of paper types and are
available in a variety of surfaces, both smooth and
textured, laid and linen. Some of the common
types are wove or smooth.
 

Coated
Coated paper has been coated with a surface sealant, typically clay, to impart certain qualities to the paper, including weight, surface gloss, smoothness or reduced ink absorbency. The coating on
the paper reduces dot gain by not allowing the ink to absorb
into the paper. This allows for cleaner crisper printing,
especially in photos, blends and fine details.
 

Gloss Paper
Gloss coated paper has a high sheen.  Gloss papers have less bulk and opacity and are typically less expensive than silk & matte paper
of equal thickness. Gloss coatings reduce ink absorption, which
give the sheet an excellent color definition.
 

Silk Paper           
A silk coated paper is a non-glossy, flat looking paper with very smooth surface. Silk papers are more opaque, contain greater
bulk, and are higher in cost. The coating still keeps much of
the ink from being absorbed by the paper, which produces
excellent, vibrant color.
 

Laid Paper                                                   
Laid paper is created with textured lines on its surface. This finish
is used mostly for business stationery elements, like letterhead, envelopes and business cards.
 

Linen Paper                                                 
Similar to a laid finish, this paper has textured lines on the surface
of the sheet, but they are finer and more regular than those that appear on a laid finish stock. This paper is also used frequently
for business stationery.
 

Paper Weight ..........................................................................

80 lb. Uncoated Cover
80 lb. uncoated cover stock is a general thickness with smooth
wove finish paper stock.

100 lb. Uncoated Cover                
Heavyweight paper popularly used for its excellent writability surface, this finish is used mostly for premium business cards. 

130 lb. Uncoated Cover                
When you need a heavy white card stock, the answer is our premium ultra white 130lb cover weight card stock. This sturdy
card stock is perfect for creating a layering cards, invitations,
and business cards.  The thickness offers uniqueness and
durability. You'll find this card stock to be a great choice.    

14pt. / 16pt. Super Smooth Covers            
14pt. and 16pt. paper stocks are extra thick & sturdy cardboards, available in UV mirror-like coating and elegant silky finishes.     

100 lb. Gloss Cover                
100 lb. gloss cover stock is a thick, premium cover stock with
a glossy sheen on both sides.    

18pt. Super Smooth Cover                
The cards print on really thick 18pt. coated one side smooth stock. Extra thick card stock is a great solution and also a great choice
for appointment cards or note cards.    

• Full UV coating is a compound that applied to the printed paper surface, instantly dried by ultraviolet light. Very high shine finish!

• Spot UV coating is another great way to add dimension, allows you to gloss or matt certain areas of your print whilst highlighting them to your printed piece, giving your company that professional finish.

• Silk Aqueous Coating is a very matte silky finish that provides vivid color and is fingerprint resistant.
  Silk finish is a dull, glare-free finish.

• Gloss Aqueous Coating is a water-based substance clear
  ink film that provides sheen and protection to printed piece
  to enhance the graphics, add durability protection
  with a gloss finish.

• Silk Lamination is a luxurious silky feel to the touch finish, provides maximum protection and durability. A very
  matte silk surface also gives you a unique
  highest quality glare-free product.

• No Coating is that it readily soaks up any ink that is applied
  to it. This makes it a good paper to write on & is therefore
  ideal for printing projects.

• Raised Thermo Printing is a traditional slow drying printing process with a specialist embossing powder to make the
  ink raise when heated.

• Square 4 Corners

• Rounded 4 Corners (1/8” Radius)

• Rounded 4 Corners (1/4” Radius)

• Silver foils are the most widely used stamping foils,
  because they add a brilliant, eye-catching shine.

• Gold foils are the most widely used stamping foils,
  because they add a brilliant, eye-catching shine.