Metallic Paper

This speciality paper features a metallic finish that can be coated to be matte or glossy. Most commonly used as a decorative paper, metallic paper actually also offers protective elements to products that are light and moisture sensitive.

Puncture and moisture resistant
Glossy metallic finish
Ideal for light sensitive products

Best Used With

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Details

Overview

Coated in a layer of aluminum, metallic paper is a unique paperboard material primarily used for its decorative features. Metallic papers are available in matte and glossy finishes and can also feature smooth or crumpled textures. Although metallic paper is most popular for its elegant shimmering glimmer, it also offers protective features to your products. The aluminum effectively reflects light and repels moisture, making this material and ideal candidate for products such as pharmaceuticals that may be light or moisture sensitive. Because metallic paper is eye catching on its own, it is not very common to print on this material. However, it is possible to offset print and then UV print to ensure the surface is dry and ink won't move around or smudge.

Cardboard Thickness

Paperboard Thickness and Grammage Conversion Table

Basestock Properties (Units)	Nominal Basis Weight (GSM)	Caliper (Inches)	Thickness (Microns)	Commonly Used For
12pt	250gsm	0.012”	305μ	Bags
14pt	275gsm	0.014”	356μ	Takeout Boxes, Cups
16pt	300gsm	0.016”	406μ	Heavy duty bags, Takeout Box
18pt	350gsm	0.018”	456μ	All box packaging
24pt	400gsm	0.024”	610μ	Heavy duty boxes
28pt	527gsm	0.028”	710μ	Very heavy duty boxes