Please note that while weight and thickness are related, you should not use the weight to assume thickness. Although the quality, and therefore the gsm, of the same type of paper can vary among manufacturers, there are some generally accepted standard gsm designations for common paper types. However, these terms are not interchangeable and will result in significantly different paper thicknesses. When it comes to choosing the right stock weight for your hard cover book or soft cover book there are many options printing overseas. Jan 16, 2017 this feature is not available right now.
There are different types, weights thicknesses, and paper sizes. A more worldwide unit of measure, gsm is an easy way to quickly compare the weight density of papers. Using 120 gsm book paper weight will suffice for a coffee table book, but when we print art books or photography books, we also use 150 gsm and 180 gsm. Groundwood 38 lb 56 gsm available in blackandwhite printing and select, smallformat trim sizes in the u. Thinner, looser and more flexible, it is used as the paper inside a book. Paper 101 paper weight guide about paper weights and. To use the weight conversion tool, please select a type of paper from the pull down menu, then enter a value in pounds and hit calculate. We print on 100, 120 lb, or 150 and 180 gsm stock, in addition to 60 lb, 70 lb, or 80 lb. Most standard paper options can be broken down into two categories.
Paper math is confusing, so we will skip the math and summarize as follows. Paper weight is measured in lbs pounds and gsm grams per square meter but paper weight alone does. An uncut sheet of bond paper is 17 x 22 inches, while an uncut sheet of cover paper is 20 x 26 inches. Id recommend going with 100 lb cover for most book applications, because i prefer the substantial feeling. With 34 years of experience we can help guide you in the best direction for your project, while keeping costs down. Offset sheets also a text stock range from 60 to 80 pound. As a general rule, a higher stock paper is a little more expensive to print on, but higher stock is also perceived as being higher quality. It is coated on both sides with aqueous coating and is often used for catalogs and door hangers. The most common sizes, some of which you may recognize, are bond, text, book, cover, index and tag. Paper weight guide cardstock warehouse paper company, inc.
If you are in the market for a paper folding machine found here, or if you simply need some advice on choosing a machine for the thickness of paper you are using, feel free to contact one of our paper specialists at 18006588788. Gsm stands for grams per square meter and is an exact measure of how heavy or thick a. Guide to paper basis weight and thickness from neenah paper. Accent opaque white cardstock paper, 80lb cover, 216 gsm, 8. In asia and europe, metric grammage is used instead of basis weight. Easy to use paper weight conversion tool still creek press.
Then use our paper weight calculator with confidence to quickly convert from one paper system to the other. To reverse a calculation, select the option gsm lbs at the bottom and supply the gsm value. To convert decimalinch values into points, divide the average caliper by. We arent talking hardcover books but more like paperback or softcover books, greeting cards, and the like. Calendering part of the paper manufacturing process where the paper web passes between polished metal rolls. So the two recycled stocks, while the same weight, can be different thicknesses.
The recycled 80 lb text aka book can be equivalent to roughly a 44 lb. The basis weight equals the ream 500 sheet weight of the base size, hence the term basis weight. Cover paper a paper that is more durable and thicker than text paper manufactured in white and colors along with a variety of finishes such as, vellum, smooth, felt, laid and embossed. Weight in this range is similar to card stock or light. Then hit calculate, and the tool will display the result in gsm. For example, the proper envelope to use with a 20 pound paper would be one made from 24 pound paper. May 06, 2014 my takeaway for the two cover weights. In the paper industry, paper thickness is also expressed in points a single point is.
We get this question quite a bit, and there is no right or wrong answer to this question. The equivalent grammage will display in the bottom field. Paper help guide, understanding the differences in paper weights. Convert 60 gsm paper to basis weight in lbs 60 gsm 1. To use the tool, simply choose the desired conversion. Flo sheets help you turn out quality pieces that wont make you turn out your pockets. Thinner paper gives a more traditional, oldtimely feel. How to pick between text weight and cover weight paper.
For more information about this gsm paper weight chart, types of paper or for help with your print project please give a call or shoot us an email. Choosing the right paper types for your book printing. If 500 sheets of bond paper 17 x 22 inches weigh 20 lbs, then a ream of paper cut to letter size will be labeled as 20 lb. Gsm is a consistent number for papers, running smaller to larger regardless of paper basis weight. Ingramspark print book options customize your self. The following table shows equivalent weights for different grades of paper. In fact, a sample 80 pound text from our shelves has a gsm of 118 and a caliper of 5.
Paper weight, paper size, coated paper, matte paper. If the booklet is a plus cover meaning it has a heavier cover and lighter weight interior pages, we recommend 80 lb. In addition, 55 gsm paper will not weigh that amount when its cut to lettersize or postersize. The chart below details the equivalent weights in pounds between paper types, as well as notes in the left margin to show when certain types of paper are most appropriate. It allows for heavier ink application for superior color balance at an affordable price. How to choose the best paper for your printing project. To eliminate as much confusion as possible, we have chosen gsm as our conversion reference point because it is a definite and universal measure of the paper. Mar 31, 2016 the ordinary copy paper you can find in your local office supply store is 80 lb. To reverse the calculation simply select gsm 2 lbs and enter a gsm value.
In general, this top seller is the most used paper thickness for business cards and a good card stock for postcards too. If you are printing on this sturdier card stock, be sure to check your printer specifications for printing and paper weights. Paper weight conversion chart bond gsm cover index. Cover stock is also known as card stock and covers light card at the 50lb and 60lb end of the scale through to extremely heavyweight card at the 160lb end. Premium color printing highest color quality with more vivid color, printed on 70 lb 104 gsm white paper. Cover stocks are 65 to 80 poundz, with index sheets weighing 90 pounds and higher. What paper types are best for the interior pages of my book. While it is possible to bind 200 gsm, it is the maximum paper weight that can be bound in a professionally printed book that is printed on press with ink, not toner. If you are printing posters, we recommend using an 80 or 100 lb.
If converting from pounds to grams, select lb, enter the weight, and select the paper type. Understanding paper weight support oki data americas. The 400 gsm paper, meanwhile, will be heavy, thick, and much more durable. Call 844 6031777 tollfree, or 425 6031777 in the seattle area. Paper conversion and paper weight star print brokers. Bond ledger offset book text cover tag index points caliper inches caliper mm gsm 16 40 22 37 33 3. In this article, we will explain the different types of paper that are used in the book. Nastya and papa pretend play of toy shop and other toys compilation duration. Caliper is expressed in thousandths or hundred thousandths of an inch.
Cover stock is thicker paper that is often used as covers for books. Ordering a card with 14pt thickness guarantees sleekness and shows that you are corporate and professional, which makes it the standard, goto choice. Paper weight comparison chart burris computer forms. First you have to decide if its going to be glossy, matte or uncoated stock. Oct 06, 2014 for more information about this gsm paper weight chart, types of paper or for help with your print project please give a call or shoot us an email. There are 3 main categories in choosing the right paper weight. The north american pound rating is based on the weight of 500 sheets a. Printing custom coffee table books on heavier book paper weight.
The units gsm, pound lb, and points pt are commonly used to describe the weight, or thickness of paper stock. When impressions matter, you have to trust products. Paper is available for purchase in a variety of sizes, finishes, colors, thickness or caliper and. For instance, regular everyday copy paper is most commonly referred to as a 20 lb.
Get a book printing quote get a quote 8446031777 or 4256031777. Paper any lighter than 70lb will usually be thin enough to see through to drawings or materials underneath. These base sizes are used to calculate a paper s basis weight. Paper choices made easyeverything you need to know. Use the chart below to compare inkjet paper weight in pounds to the metric grams per square meter measurement.
For example, paper with a weight of 55 gsm will be much, much lighter and thinner than paper weighing 400 gsm. Simply sketchbooks by dalerrowney are a great value. The card stock weighing in at 100 lb cover is often used for flyers, signs, invitations, and invitation backings. What is the difference between 80 lb and 100 lb paper. Our easy to use paper weight conversion tool located on the resources page allows you to convert from standard american english pounds lbs to metric gramssquare meter gsm. Grams to pounds paper calculator gsm paper conversion tool. A high bulk paper is thicker but less compact than a lowbulk paper of the same weight and size.
Choose showcase to get ultimate press performance and. Our bookweight paper has a high gloss coating which allows it to perform well on the press for color and detail. Text stock is the paper youre used to seeing in desktop printers. Book paper weight choices and finishes star print brokers. Us to international paper weights equivalent weights. In the paper industry, the abbreviation gsm refers to. For saddlestitched booklets, id lean more towards the 80 lb cover because they tend to be thinner. Generally, typical office paper falls into the 20 to 24 pound category. This hardbound book has a durable black cover and holds 110 sheets 220 pages of acidfree, 65 lb 100 gsm, smooth paper. Inkjet paper pounds to gsm paper weight conversion chart.
If you feel both sheets between your thumb and index finger, youll find that the cover stock is stiffer and more resistant to bending. Heres a quick list of paper weights including grammage gsm. How to pick between text and cover weight paper there are a variety of options to choose from when considering which paper is best for your project. What is the difference between cover stock and text stock. Note how 22lb newsprint stock is a considerably lighter grade of paper than 20lb bond, this is due to the uncut sheet size.