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title: "What paper weight works best for booklet covers?"
description: "A 14pt silk cover over matte or gloss interior pages is a reliable booklet pairing, though the best weight can shift with size and binding method."
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# What paper weight works best for booklet covers?

A common, reliable pairing for booklet covers is a 14pt silk cover over matte or gloss interior pages. It holds up to handling and gives a professional finish. 14pt silk cover stock is the go-to recommendation for durability and feel. Pair it with matte or gloss interior pages depending on your look. The best weight can shift with your booklet size and binding method. Ask your printer for a recommendation tuned to your project.

A 14pt silk cover over matte or gloss interior pages is a reliable booklet pairing, though the best weight can shift with size and binding method.

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