Paper Selections

PrintForest offers its customers the most sustainable paper choices on the market today. To make your paper even more restorative for the planet, PrintForest works with partners to plant trees to offset your paper use. Learn more about our tree program at Plant Trees.

Choose FSC® Chain-of-Custody certified & sustainable paper
Between the forest and the final user, paper may undergo many stages of processing, manufacturing and distribution. All PrintForest papers are Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) Chain-of-Custody certified. This certification is the most stringent, tracing the path of products from forests through the supply chain and verifying that FSC®-certified material is used throughout by harvesters, processors, manufacturers, distributors and printers. Additionally, PrintForest uses 100% certified renewable energy for its printing operations, and some of its paper selections are manufactured with 100% renewable energy.

Many PrintForest paper options meet additional sustainability and recycled content standards. When selecting paper, customers have the option of having these certifications printed on their materials. See how our Sustainability certifications will showcase your environmental efforts.

Order a free Paper Sample Kit
Take the guess work out of selecting the best paper for your job. To order a free PrintForest Paper Sample Kit, please email customersupport@printforest.com.

Download sustainability logos for your project
Enhance the sustainability message of your printed materials by using PrintForest’s certification logos. Select one of these papers from the dropdown menu on each Product page. Then, follow these easy steps to include logos on your project:

  • Select “yes” on the Sustainability Logos dropdown on the product page
  • See the Sustainability logos below that will be applied for your paper, and download the For Position Only (FPO) Logo Template to place on your design.
  • PrintForest will replace the FPO with final logos in the area you designate on your artwork. Horizontal and vertical options are available.


UNCOATED PAPERS:

FSC 100% Recycled Uncoated Text or Cover

This premium, uncoated, white paper reflects a high level of environmental sustainability. A smooth finish makes it a great choice for annual reports and brochures. It also works well for projects that need a writable surface, like notepads, appointment cards, business cards and more.  

  • Paper weight options: Text: 70#, 80#, 100#    Cover: 80#, 100#, 130#
  • 95 brightness
  • Sustainability Logos: Download a horizontal or vertical logo template and position on your artwork. Logos must be positioned at 100% size, with no enlarging or reducing, to meet certification requirements.

FSC 100 Uncoated Vertical


FSC 30% Recycled, Uncoated Natural

When you’re looking beyond white for a paper that is inspired by nature, try our Uncoated Natural. This premium paper has a smooth finish and looks great on annual reports, business cards, brochures and letterhead. Note that your art and photography will appear darker on this earthy selection. 

  • Paper weight options: Text: 80#    Cover: 80#, 100#
  • Sustainability Logos: Download a horizontal or vertical logo template and position on your artwork. Logos must be positioned at 100% size, with no enlarging or reducing, to meet certification requirements.

 


FSC 10% Recycled Uncoated Text or Cover

With a bright white, silky, uncoated finish, this paper is ideal for premium brochures, annual reports and corporate identity campaigns. It’s also a great choice for projects that need a writable surface.

  • Paper weight options: Text: 70#, 80#, 100#    Cover: 65#, 80#, 100#
  • 98 brightness
  • Sustainability Logos: Download a horizontal or vertical logo template and position on your artwork. Logos must be positioned at 100% size, with no enlarging or reducing, to meet certification requirements.

 

 


COATED PAPERS:

FSC 10% Recycled Coated Satin Text or Cover

This beautiful, coated, white paper features a gloss finish and is a great choice for booklets, brochures, newsletters, posters and more.

  • Paper weight options: Text: 70#, 80#, 100#    Cover: 80#, 100#, 120#
  • 90 brightness; 43 gloss standard
  • Sustainability Logos: Download a horizontal or vertical logo template and position on your artwork. Logos must be positioned at 100% size, with no enlarging or reducing, to meet certification requirements.

 


FSC 10% Recycled Coated Gloss Text or Cover

For a glossier finish, this beautiful, coated, white paper is a great choice for booklets, brochures, newsletters, posters and more.

  • Paper weight options: Text: 70#, 80#, 100#    Cover: 80#, 100#, 120#
  • 90 brightness; 68 gloss standard
  • Sustainability Logos: Download a horizontal or vertical logo template and position on your artwork. Logos must be positioned at 100% size, with no enlarging or reducing, to meet certification requirements.

 


FSC Cardstock Coated One-Side

When your project calls for coated paper on one side only, this is an excellent choice. It works great for booklet covers, business cards, appointment cards and postcards.

  • Paper weight options: Cardstock: 10pt., 12 pt., 14 pt., 18 pt.
  • 92 brightness
  • Sustainability Logos: Download a horizontal or vertical logo template and position on your artwork. Logos must be positioned at 100% size, with no enlarging or reducing, to meet certification requirements.

 


FSC Cardstock Coated Two-Sides

Make an impression with this cardstock that is perfect for booklet covers, business cards, appointment cards and postcards.

  • Paper weight options: Cardstock: 10pt., 12 pt., 14 pt., 18 pt.
  • 92 brightness
  • Sustainability Logos: Download a horizontal or vertical logo template and position on your artwork. Logos must be positioned at 100% size, with no enlarging or reducing, to meet certification requirements.