Paper Stocks The world of paper stocks is as wide as it is deep. It would be misleading to believe that we could display it all on one web page. But as an overview, here are some of the terms you should be familiar with. If you are still confused, please call us and describe your job to one of our skilled staff will help you to select a paper stock suitable for your requirements. Terms: Writing - Multi purpose paper, commonly used for the inside pages of reports or brochures, on of the thinnest and therefore the most translucent type. Text - A bit denser than writing weight, usually for letterhead and uses that require the paper to be a little more opaque. Cover - The heaviest type, can be used for report covers or business cards, and is generally fully opaque - some exceptions apply. Weight - The thickness of the paper (usually in Lbs or Pts and accompanied by a type, i.e. 24Lbs Writing or 12Pt Cover) Finish - The texture of a paper's surface, while smooth is the most popular and the best for printing; laid, linen, satin and silk are also used regularly for a touch of sophistication. Brightness - How "white" a paper is, 100 is the whitest and paper stocks usually range from 76-96. The lower values usually indicate an unbleached or recycled paper. There are thousands of different paper stocks available to us at a wide variation of quality and price. We do make an effort to keep most of them on hand for you to examine - either as a sample or in bulk - just drop in to see us. Again if you are unsure, it is best to contact us for assistance.