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 finish that reflects light and enhances colour vibrancy. Sitting at the more reflective end of coated paper types, it is designed to produce bold, high contrast prints with sharp detail. Its bright white surface and gloss coating make 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 multiple layers of mineral coating, typically clay based. This triple coated gloss surface helps keep ink closer to sheet surface, allowing for brighter colours and sharper image reproduction.
Recyclable and responsibly made. Gloss paper can be recycled through standard paper recycling streams and is produced using an elemental chlorine free bleaching process.
Responsibly sourced fibre. Available with FSC certified paper from responsibly managed forests, subject to availability.
Certified production standards. Manufactured in facilities certified to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 for quality and environmental management.
Gloss paper is especially effective for designs that rely on photography, gradients, and bold brand colours.
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Triple coated reflective surface that enhances colour and contrast
White shade improves ink contrast for bold, vivid graphics
Ideal for photography and image-led designs
Creates a sleek, high-impact professional look
