Choosing the right paper for your catalogue

Do you want to make your Catalogues stand out from the crowd? Professional catalogue design and printing can help you turn the look and feel of your catalogues from ordinary to extraordinary.


Most people assume there are just one or two types of paper to choose from. There are virtually hundreds of variations, but at the most basic level you will need to choose between paper size, weight and texture.


If you want and expensive looking catalogue, take the time to choose the right type of paper for your project. Here are some of your options:




  • Dull Coated Paper

  • Matte Coated Paper

  • Glossy Coated Paper

  • Antique Paper

  • Vellum Paper

  • Wove Paper

  • Smooth Paper

  • Felt Paper

  • Linen Paper

  • Fibre-added Paper

  • Laid Paper

  • Parchment printing


Thanks to techniques like litho printing you can Print on virtually any surface, but before you start designing your catalogues on Egyptian papyrus, you should know that paper can be expensive. Also, you want to choose a paper that will complement your catalogue design and the types of products or services you are selling.


Get samples of the different kinds of paper to get a better idea of what your final product will look like. You’ll be surprised to learn how big a difference something as simple as paper can make.


Consult with a photographer and a catalogue printing expert to find out which type of paper will work best for your products.


Contact Minuteman Press Benoni for all your catalogue design and printing needs.

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