Premium papers

Premium papers are ideal for high-quality printed products such as invitations, letterheads and business cards, as they leave an elegant and professional impression. They are characterised by their unique feel and look and give every printed product an exclusive touch. In addition, they are often more durable and robust than conventional paper, making them a first-class choice for important documents.

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Premium paper: advantages and disadvantages compared to standard paper

Advantages of premium paper:

• Aesthetics: Fine paper stands out with its elegant look and feel and gives printed products an even higher quality impression.
• Durability: Due to higher quality standards in production, high-grade paper is often more durable and robust than conventional paper.
• Haptics: Premium paper's special surface structure offers a unique tactile experience, meaning it feels special to the touch.

Disadvantages compared to standard paper:

• Cost: Premium paper is generally more expensive than standard paper, which can impact the budget of print projects.
• Availability: Not all printers stock a wide range of fine paper, sometimes making procurement more difficult.
• Environmental aspects: The production of fine paper can be more resource-intensive, which can be a disadvantage in terms of sustainability.

Tip: Print24 offers a diverse selection of high-quality papers. Please take a look at it! Depending on the product selected, you can choose from various standard and premium papers. Decide on letterheads, for example, and select the appropriate paper from the properties in the product configuration.

Premium papers at a glance

Below, you will find some examples of fine papers and their typical areas of application:

Premium bright white

Its intense white colour makes it ideal for high-quality prints requiring a brilliant white.

Premium Bright white paper is versatile and suitable for various print products, depending on the grammage:

• 115 g/m²: This paper thickness is ideal for high-quality prints such as flyers, brochures, letterheads and invitations. It balances stability and flexibility, making it suitable for everyday use and a professional appearance.
• 340 g/m²: This thicker paper is perfect for business cards, luxury invitations, postcards and covers. The robust structure gives the printed products a particularly high-quality feel and ensures they are durable and impressive.

Premium Ribbed paper

Premium Ribbed (or Premium ribbed paper) is a high-quality paper with a distinctive, textured surface that often appears in fine lines or ribs. This structure gives the paper a special feel to the touch and a great look, making it ideal for special printing projects where an exclusive and elegant impression is desired.

This paper has a special structure and is often used for invitations, certificates, menus and other special printed matter:

• 120g/m²: This paper thickness is ideal for high-quality letterheads, invitations, menu or card sheets and brochures. It is thicker than standard paper and offers a noticeable structure that gives documents an elegant touch.
• 350g/m²: This paper is significantly thicker and more stable. It is ideal for business cards, high-quality invitations, postcards, and special envelopes. Its strength and weight give it a very high-quality and long-lasting impression.

Premium Linen

Premium Linen is a high-quality paper with a fine, linen-like texture. This structure gives the paper an elegant look and an interesting feel, making it ideal for special printing projects. It is similar in texture to the weave of linen fabric and is often used for elegant and exclusive printed matter.

Thanks to its textile nature, linen texture paper gives printed products a unique feel and is often used for high-quality business letterheads and invitations.

• 130g/m²: This paper thickness is perfect for high-quality letterheads, menu cards, flyers and brochures. It is thick enough to offer an upmarket look and feel but flexible enough for various applications. The linen-like structure gives the documents a special touch and increases their value.
• 350g/m²: This paper is very thick and stable, making it ideal for business cards, luxury invitations, postcards and high-quality envelopes. The thick structure gives the printed products a durable and exclusive feel, which is further emphasised by the linen-like surface.

Premium Chamois paper

Fine chamois paper is a high-quality paper with a warm ivory hue. It is often used for elegant print products, as it gives a noble and classic look. The chamois colour is reminiscent of the natural colour of chamois leather, and it is often used for special occasions and high-quality printed matter.

They are particularly suitable for:

• Exclusive letterheads: for special occasions or business correspondence.
• Invitations and certificates: To give these documents a special touch.
• High-quality business letterheads: To emphasise the corporate design of a company.

• 100g/m²: This paper thickness is ideal for high-quality printed products such as letterheads, invitations, flyers and brochures. It balances stability and flexibility well and looks prestigious without being too heavy.
• 300g/m²: This paper is significantly thicker and more stable. It is often used for business cards, covers, postcards, and luxurious invitations. It gives printed products a particularly high-quality and durable feel.

Gold paper

Gold paper is a special paper with a metallic lustre often used for luxurious and eye-catching print projects. Its shiny, golden surface looks particularly classy and high-quality. Gold paper is versatile and adds a unique elegance and value to any print project.

It is particularly suitable for:

• Invitations and greeting cards: the thick and stable structure of 290g/m² gold paper makes it ideal for high-quality invitations and greeting cards that must leave a lasting impression.
• Business cards: Gold paper gives business cards a luxurious touch and sets them apart from ordinary cards.
• Packaging: Gold paper can give packaging an exclusive and classy look for special occasions or products.
• Art projects and handicrafts: Gold paper is ideal for creative projects that require a shiny and eye-catching effect.

Felt-marked plain paper

Felt-marked uncoated paper is high-quality with a unique, textured surface thanks to a special felt marking. This structure gives the paper a special feel and an exciting look, making it ideal for exclusive and creative print projects. Felt-marked uncoated paper impresses with its versatility and adds a striking and special touch to any print project.

Use of 300g/m² felt-marked uncoated paper:

• Invitations and greeting cards: the thick and sturdy 300g/m² structure makes it ideal for high-quality invitations and greeting cards that must make a lasting impression.
• Business cards: Felt-marked uncoated paper gives business cards a luxurious touch and sets them apart from ordinary cards.
• Packaging: This paper can give packaging an exclusive and classy look for special occasions or products.
• Art and craft projects: It is ideal for creative projects where an interesting and eye-catching texture is desired.

Standard vs premium paper: what matters when choosing

The decision to choose the correct standard or premium paper has a significant impact on the effect of your product. Familiarise yourself in advance with the different types of paper and their grammages and choose according to personal taste and the product in question. Think about which paper achieves the best effect for what and optimally represents your brand or your project.

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