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Paper Weight and GSM Explained for Crafters
Learn what GSM means, how it relates to pounds and thickness, whether 200gsm is paper or card, and which weights suit cards, journals and other paper crafts.
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Paper Weight Grain
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Bond Paper vs Normal Paper: What Is the Difference?
Bond paper vs normal paper explained: what bond means, how to identify it, what it is good for, and whether it is anything like cardstock.
Book Printing Paper Types Compared
Compare book printing paper types: uncoated offset, cream and white, gloss and matte coated, plus cover stock, to match paper to your book or journal.
Choosing the Right Paper Weight for a Book
How to choose paper weight for a book or journal: text vs cover weights, common lb and gsm ranges, thickness, show-through and what suits each project.
Copier Paper vs Multipurpose Paper
Copier paper vs multipurpose paper: how they differ in weight, brightness and finish, how they behave in inkjet and laser printers, and which to use for crafts.
Short Grain vs Long Grain Paper and Why It Matters for Folding
Learn what paper grain is, the difference between short grain and long grain, how to test for it, and why it affects folding, cracking and bookbinding.
Standard Paper Weight for Flyers
What paper weight is standard for flyers? Compare common GSM and pound options, learn what paper pounds mean, and choose a weight for home or print shop flyers.
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