Small Format Material - Gloss
What is gloss paper best used for?
Gloss paper is used for brochures, flyers, booklets, and promotional print where strong colour, sharp images, and a high impact finish are important.
Does gloss paper make colours look brighter?
Yes. The coated surface keeps ink on top of the sheet, which increases colour vibrancy and contrast compared to uncoated or matt papers.
Is gloss paper good for photos?
Yes. Gloss paper is well suited to photography and image led designs because it delivers sharp detail, smooth gradients, and high colour saturation.
Is gloss paper easy to read?
It is clear and sharp, but the reflective surface can cause glare under bright lighting. For text heavy designs, silk or uncoated paper may be easier to read.
Can you write on gloss paper?
Writing is possible, but the smooth coated surface can make some pens smudge or take longer to dry. Uncoated paper is better if you need to write on it.
What is the difference between gloss and silk paper?
Gloss paper has a shiny reflective finish for maximum colour impact, while silk paper has a softer satin finish with reduced glare.
What is the difference between gloss and matt paper?
Gloss paper is shiny and enhances colour vibrancy, while matt paper has a flat non reflective surface with a more muted appearance.
Is gloss paper suitable for books and booklets?
Yes. It is commonly used for image heavy books, magazines, and brochures where visual quality is the priority.
Gloss paper is a popular choice for print projects that need strong visual impact and a polished, professional finish.
Gloss paper is a coated printing paper with a smooth, shiny surface that reflects light and enhances colour vibrancy. It produces bold, high contrast prints with sharp detail, making it ideal for image led designs and promotional materials that need strong visual impact.
Gloss paper is made from wood pulp fibres that are pressed into paper and coated with a fine mineral layer, typically clay. This coating creates the glossy surface, keeps ink on top of the sheet, and allows for brighter colours and sharper image reproduction.
Recyclable. Gloss paper can be recycled through standard paper recycling streams, as the clay coating can be separated during processing.
Responsibly sourced fibre. Available with FSC certified paper, ensuring wood fibres are sourced from responsibly managed forests.
Chlorine free process. Produced using an elemental chlorine free bleaching process, reducing harmful chemicals during manufacturing.
It’s especially effective for designs that rely on photography, gradients, and bold brand colours.
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