Emma Davis, 4OVER4 print production voice (illustration)
Emma Davis Print Production Specialist at 4OVER4.COM

Emma is our prepress and print production voice, built from the knowledge of our production team, with over 20 years in printing.

Question

What is a good thickness for a Business Card?

Answer
Business card thickness is measured in points, and the higher the point value the thicker and sturdier the card feels.
ThicknessFeel
14 ptLight and flexible, a common economy weight
16 ptThe popular everyday standard, firm but easy to handle
18 pt and upPremium, rigid, and substantial in the hand
  • Most standard business cards fall in the 14 to 18 pt range
  • Laminated and specialty cards go noticeably thicker

Thickness never changes the standard 3.5" x 2" size. Ultra-thick cards of 32 pt and up give the most rigid, luxury feel and cost a little more per card. A sample pack lets you feel the weights side by side before you choose.

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