What paper stock works best for outdoor landscaping materials?

Anything that lives outdoors needs a stock that shrugs off moisture and sunlight. For yard signs, door hangers left on porches, and other exposed pieces, a coated or UV-coated surface holds up far better than plain uncoated paper.

• Coated or UV-coated stocks resist moisture and slow fading
• Corrugated plastic, known as coroplast, is the standard for weatherproof yard signs
• Heavier card weights survive handling and wind better than thin sheets
• Uncoated stock is fine only for short-term or indoor use

Match the durability to the exposure: a sign that stays out for a full season needs more protection than a flyer that gets read once and tossed.