
CT Clear Cover 105# is not recommended for laser printing. While various basis weights may be used successfully, we recommend 24# and 30# for optimum toner adhesion. As with all papers, performance may vary from one printer to another.

Laser: CT is suitable for use in most laser printers, but pretesting is essential, as laser printers differ in the amount of heat generated. Hydroactive drying agents may be added to the ink or fountain solution, as recommended by the ink supplier, but dryers containing wax should not be used where varnish or lamination is subsequently required. Alternatively, UV-curing inks may be used these will provide faster drying results than fully-oxidizing inks. Use hard-drying, fully-oxidizing inks, as used for printing on plastics and foils. Inks: CT will not absorb ink, so conventional inks must not be used to print on this specialty paper. CT Clear 17# can easily be folded, creased and stapled. Your paper merchant may contact us to inquire about web-roll size parameters, pricing, and delivery.Ĭold Set Web: CT Clear 17# has been successfully printed Cold Set Web and used as newspaper wraps. Heat-Set Web: CT Clear 24#, 30# & 36# basis weights are fully qualified for heat-set web printing, and frequently used for magazine inserts, automobile catalogs, and other large web jobs. Drying times for translucent papers are longer than for conventional printing papers, and this should be factored in to the production schedule. Conventional printing inks are not suitable for printing on CT.

From innovative packaging and sourcingĬarbon-neutral and eco-friendly papers to minimising and recycling our waste, we’re dedicated to doing good for our planet.Offset: CT’s natural translucency is achieved through super-refining the fibers, which results in an extremely dense sheet and nonporous surface. Here at, we’re committed to reducing our impact on the environment.


Orders- one with your base print and then another with your vellum layer.ĭon’t worry! It’s a super easy process. In mind, you’ll have to create a Vellum overlay for your design and make two separate Or layered over other types of print in order to enhance the design. While it can be used on its own, Vellum is normally wrapped around Once made from thinly stretched calfskin, these days Vellum is 100% vegetarian with our stock sourced from industry experts and printed with the utmost care so we can guarantee a crisp finish to all your designs. While thin and seemingly delicate, it’s still strong enough to stand up to cutting, scoring, writing and can be used in a whole host of printed projects. Sometimes mistaken for tracing paper, vellum is a translucent, frosted-looking paper with a smooth almost waxy finish. Ready to get inspired? Just keep reading to find out! “What is Vellum Paper?” Want to print on Vellum Paper but not quite sure how? We’ve got you covered.īeing the friendly bunch that we are, we’ve pulled togetherĪ guide that answers some of the most common questions surrounding this beautiful
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