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 paper stock options are available for items that need to be written on with a pen?

Answer

For anything people will write on with a pen, use uncoated cover stock. Coated finishes resist ink and can smear.

LayerThicknesses
Single layer14pt, 16pt, 18pt
Double layer and up32pt, 48pt, and thicker
  • Uncoated cover takes pen ink cleanly without beading or smudging.
  • Heavier gauges feel more substantial and resist creasing.
  • Avoid coated stocks when writability matters.

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