Print Guide

When selecting your printing service we have different types of papers and finishing options for different products. Our print guides explains difference in the paper to help you decide which paper is best for your printing needs.

PAPER TYPES

SILK COATED

This stock is often considered the default choice for professional print. Silk coated stock has a slight sheen, giving vibrant colours, without a full gloss finish so its easy to read from.

UNCOATED

Without any kind of shine, uncoated stocks are the easiest to write on and are popular in business stationery items. We also offer a Recycled Uncoated stock, made completely of recycled materials.

GLOSS UNCOATED

For a real shine, you can choose our gloss coated stock. This stock gives your colours and photos an added vibrancy without the expense of added gloss lamination.

KRAFT

As an alternative to white and cream stocks, Kraft immediately stands out. Bear in mind that this is a brown stock when creating artwork: bright, contrasting colours will work but black ink is best.

WOODSTOCK BETULLA PULP

This is the only stock we offer where you can still see the small fibres and grains of wood pulp. It's perfect for creating a natural look if your business has eco - friendly values.

MAHAWK FELT CREAM

As our most textured option and with a slight cream tone, this stock will make any design feel more sophisticated. It's popular choice for certificates and professional invites.

TINTORETTO BY FEDRIGONI

Slightly textured and felt - marked on both sides. Tintoretto is our most premium stock choice. Felt - marked means that it is actually soft to the touch, for the ultimate luxury. It's a great choice for wedding stationery.

GOLD DUST

This pearlescent paper makes for very distinctive print. It's slightly golden in colour and dusted with a little glitter. Perfect for adding a hint of magic to your special occasion prints.

CONQUEROR WOVE (CREAM)

We offer both white and cream conqueror wove stocks to choose from. These stocks can quickly make nay print look more professional without breaking the bank.

FINISHING OPTIONS

MATT LAMINATION

For a subtle yet highly sophisticated finish, matt lamination gives your print a smooth feel while reducing any glare. Matt laminated products have the added option for spot UV embellishments.

GLOSS LAMINATION

As the names suggests, gloss lamination adds a shiny coating to your work. Colours are made brighter and gradients are exaggerated - great for dramatic photography.

SPOT UV

Spot UV is used to highlight specific elements of your design with a high - gloss coating. Use a high - build finish for even more texture and make your print truly memorable.

SOFT - TOUCH LAMINATION

Also known as velvet lamination, soft - touch does exactly as it says on the tin - it makes your print soft to the touch. This is a very stylish and delicate print finish.

GLOSS ANTI - BAC LAMINATION

Using small particles of silver ions, this lamination has natural anti - bacterial properties. Keep your print, and the people who handle your print, safe from bacteria - as well as adding a professional gloss finish.

FOILING

Add a flash of metallic colour to your design with foiling - a sure - fire way to make your print more professional and sophisticated. Choose from gold, silver, copper, red or green.

FOLDING CHOICES

WE OFFER FIVE TYPES OF FOLDS:

4pp Half - Fold
6pp Z - Fold
6pp C - Fold
8pp Cross - Fold
16pp Pharama - Fold