2.6 Paper
When choosing printing stock for Vastint materials, follow the rules below.
Prefer:
uncoated stock
matte
thick
eco-friendly, FSC-certified
Avoid:
coated stock
glossy
thin
over-bleached, no FSC certificate
Additionally, it is recommended to avoid any additional finishings or varnishes in the designs, unless necessary (for example in outdoor posters, to withstand weather conditions).
Recommended paper weights and brands for printed Vastint materials:
- brochures: covers 250 g/m², inside pages 150 g/m² (preferably Antalis Nautilus SuperWhite);
- business cards: 400 g/m² (preferably Antalis Nautilus SuperWhite or GenYous);
- occasional cards (Vastint birthday, Christmas): 300-350 g/m² (preferably Munken Polar Rough or Mohawk Eggshell);
- compliments slips: 350 g/m² (preferably Antalis Nautilus SuperWhite);
- document folders: 350 g/m² (preferably Antalis Nautilus SuperWhite);
- thick pocket folders: 600 g/m² (double-layered 300 g/m², preferably Antalis Nautilus SuperWhite);
- brand values cards, standard and folded: 350 g/m² (preferably Antalis Nautilus SuperWhite).