Is there a standard paper size and thickness that I should use for my event program?
By lcipaper on January 3, 2008 4:30 PM
Event programs can be created using most any paper size or thickness. Folding tri-fold brochures are generally lighter weight than bifold programs. If you are printing your own programs, check your printer manual to see what the limit is for paper thickness. To be on the safe side, choose a paper that has a medium thickness and can be folded easily. Avoid extra heavyweight card stock that could jam in the printer or prove difficult to fold.
If your program uses a folded cover with printed insert sheets, the cover may range in thickness from lightweight card stock (70-80lb Cover) to heavyweight card stock (100-120lb Cover). If it is a heavier weight, consider having it embossed or professionally printed. If you own or have access to a laser printer with a manual straight-through paper feed, this will work better with heavier stocks. Lightweight insert sheets, on the other hand, can easily be printed on any type of home printer.
If you are printing at home, make sure to test a sample to ensure that your printer is able to handle the paper thickness.
If your program uses a folded cover with printed insert sheets, the cover may range in thickness from lightweight card stock (70-80lb Cover) to heavyweight card stock (100-120lb Cover). If it is a heavier weight, consider having it embossed or professionally printed. If you own or have access to a laser printer with a manual straight-through paper feed, this will work better with heavier stocks. Lightweight insert sheets, on the other hand, can easily be printed on any type of home printer.
If you are printing at home, make sure to test a sample to ensure that your printer is able to handle the paper thickness.
