Nadia Petrov
Nadia Petrov Customer Education Writer at 4OVER4.COM
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

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