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The holidays are here and we\u2019re all dreaming of a white\u2026sandy beach somewhere warm! Maybe that was my inspiration for this blog post or maybe I wanted to shed a little light on how a few of our most popular white paper options can enhance the look of a photograph. Let\u2019s go ahead and take a closer look at this custom photo holiday card printed on A7 Flat Cards<\/a> with cool blue foil. We chose four different papers to compare.<\/p>\n

Print Design Tips and Paper Insights<\/h2>\n

Let’s get a few insights from our Art Director, Eric. He’s been working in this industry for many years and has some great experience we can tap into.<\/p>\n

White Smooth, 115 lb. Paper<\/h3>\n

\u201cI think everyone should choose our White Smooth, 115 lb. for everything, but that\u2019s just me. I mean, it always looks great and there\u2019s no upcharge.\u201d – Eric, Art Director<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

The White Smooth, 115 lb. is our standard paper option and requires no additional fee. There is also a 94 lb. White Smooth paper option but we printed on the 115 lb. because it most closely matches the paperweight of the other three options. Plus, what stationery lover wouldn\u2019t choose the heavier weight if there\u2019s no additional cost?<\/p>\n

\"Standard<\/a><\/p>\n

White Coated, 120 lb. Paper<\/h3>\n

\u201cAlthough I wouldn\u2019t normally choose the coated stock for a photo card, I will say that it looks really good with foil and especially enhanced raised foil. It runs through that press beautifully so I would recommend it for any enhanced foil orders.\u201d – Eric<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

The White Coated, 120 lb. is a nice stock with a subtle shiny finish. We think it lends especially well to promotional pieces or marketing mailers because that mild shine stands out against other papers. This stock is also made of 30% recycled paper.<\/p>\n

\"Coated<\/h3>\n

White Shimmer, 105 lb. Paper<\/h3>\n

\u201cI like the pop that white shimmer adds to the photo. It gives it a pearlescent sort of look.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

The White Shimmer, 105 lb. paper is a favorite all around whether printing photos or not. It\u2019s simply a really pretty paper for all purposes and although photographing it is tricky, you’ll find that shimmer paper retains a high level of detail just like White Smooth paper.<\/p>\n

\"Shimmer<\/a><\/p>\n

White Texture, 110 lb. Paper<\/h3>\n

\u201cI like to reserve textured stock for high-end stationery and highly stylized pieces where you really want that tactile experience. It\u2019s fine for photos but I find it a bit distracting.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

The White Texture, 110 lb. is a beautiful stock and the texture is wonderful to touch. Plus, as you can see with the foil printing on this sample, the foil color is very distinct and pretty. Photos on textured stock are a matter of preference and the overall experience you’re going for.<\/p>\n

\"Textured<\/a><\/p>\n

We also printed samples on Ultrawhite Superfine Eggshell and they looked great, but for the purpose of showcasing photos, they did not present any significant visual advantages. However, if you\u2019re looking for a soft paper that provides a pleasing feel, it’s an excellent choice and a very popular paper among print designers.<\/p>\n

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