Question
What is thicker 14pt or 16pt?
Answer
When paper thickness is described in points (pt), the bigger the number, the thicker the paper. So 16 pt is thicker than 14 pt. It is a small step in numbers, but it gives 16 pt a noticeably sturdier, more premium feel in the hand.
| Stock | Points | Inches |
|---|---|---|
| 14 pt | 14 pt | 0.014 in |
| 16 pt | 16 pt | 0.016 in |
- 16 pt is the thicker, more rigid of the two and resists bending better.
- 14 pt is the lighter everyday standard and works well for most cards.
- Move up to 16 pt when you want extra heft without going to an ultra-thick stock.
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