Paper Weight Guide

A detailed guide to paper weights for Silk and Uncoated paper types, including additional information and printing tips.

This guide illustrates standard paper weights for Silk and Uncoated paper types.

All weights are in grams per square metre (gsm).

Standard Paper Weights

Paper Type Comparison

Compare and contrast the characteristics of different paper types to make informed choices.

Silk Papers

130 gsm Economy

170 gsm Standard

250 gsm Premium

300 gsm Premium Plus

• Finish: Smooth, glossy finish

• Ideal for: Vibrant colour printing

• Key Difference: Offers better colour vibrancy and is less absorbent than uncoated papers.

Uncoated Papers

120 gsm Economy

160 gsm Standard

250 gsm Premium

300 gsm Premium Plus

• Finish: Natural, matte finish

• Ideal for: Writing and everyday printing

• Key Difference: More versatile for writing and has a natural feel compared to silk papers.

Higher GSM in both silk and uncoated papers indicates a thicker, more premium paper quality.

Paper Type Overview

Explore paper types, their characteristics, and best applications.

Paper Type	GSM	Finish	Print Quality	Writeability
Silk - 130 gsm Economy	130	Glossy	Good	Difficult
Silk - 170 gsm Standard	170	Glossy	Very good	Difficult
Silk - 250 gsm Premium	250	Glossy	Excellent	Difficult
Silk - 300 gsm Premium Plus	300	Glossy	Exceptional	Difficult
Uncoated - 120 gsm Economy	120	Matte	Good	Easy
Uncoated - 160 gsm Standard	160	Matte	Very good	Easy
Uncoated - 250 gsm Premium	250	Matte	Excellent	Easy
Uncoated - 300 gsm Premium Plus	300	Matte	Exceptional	Easy

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