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title: "What paper weight and finish work best for postcards mailed through USPS?"
description: "For postcards that travel through USPS, use a sturdy cover stock so the card survives sorting and handling. A common, reliable choice is 14pt gloss cover."
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# What paper weight and finish work best for postcards mailed through USPS?

For postcards that travel through USPS, use a sturdy cover stock so the card survives sorting and handling. A common, reliable choice is 14pt gloss cover. Recommended stock: 14pt gloss cover, rigid enough to protect your design in the mail. Mailing fit: it stays within standard USPS mailing requirements for postcards. Confirm sizing: check the stock and size options with your printer for your specific mailing. A firm cover stock keeps corners and edges crisp through automated postal equipment, so your mailer arrives looking clean.

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