Paper sizes, thicknesses and types

Ready to order your stationery but unsure about paper sizes, thickness and types? Read on to find out all the info...

• Save the dates at A6 size or square 148x148mm.

• Day and Evening invites at a larger size of A5 or square 148x148mm.

• Info cards at A6 or A5 if you have a lot of info.

• RSVPs at A7 or 105x105mm.

• Menus at DL size.

Here is an image to show you how the different sizes compare:

Paper comes in thickness which are basically very confusing as they are called things like 300gsm which to most people doesn't mean a thing.

The best way for me to explain the thickness is this way:

• Your paper in your home printer is 80gsm

• The paper we use is more like card and is between 250 (0.3mm thick) - 700gsm (about 2mm thick).

Paper Types

We use a range of papers and finishes for the printing.

For hot foil print and letterpress:

For digital print and hot foil/letterpress mixed with digital print:

Uncoated paper: We use 350gsm and has a soft finish and tactile quality. It's more absorbent than silk paper, so the colours look lovely on it and it has a lovely soft feel to it.

Laid textured paper: A deluxe 300gsm paper with a fine-lined texture on both sides so beautiful looking prints.

Nettuno textured paper: Crisp and clean with fine-lined markings this 280gsm paper has lines which are more condensed than our Laid paper.

Rives Shetland textured paper: Rives Shetland is a cool white 250gsm paper with a delightfully unusual texture running across its surface, like the weave of a fine fabric. It is one of our more subtle textured papers which feels lovely.

Vellum translucent paper: Vellum paper is 150gsm adds a different dimension to printed artwork, offering a translucent finish, with an effortless, airy simplicity. Ideal when paired with additional paper layers, it’s a favourite choice for romantic Wedding Stationery and luxury Invites.

Gold Shimmer: This bright ice white paper is infused with pleasing tones of pale gold. It is a coated 300gsm paper, so printed inks stand out and colours take on a shimmery hue. A beautiful paper which adds a subtle sparkle to your stationery.

Cream paper: The perfect choice for when white is not enough, but gold is too much. Our cream paper is 400gsm and comes uncoated with a premium feel to print. Ink is absorbed into the paper to give a flatter, softer look.

Tintoretto Gesso: The 'hammered' textured of Tintoretto is a fine Italian paper that's perfect for wedding invitations. This 300gsm paper gives your print a luxury feel.

If you have any questions or want to talk though your paper size and options feel free to contact me here or order a sample pack so you can really get a feel for the papers.