Paper & Boards

Question 1

Name 3 different types of paper

Answer 1

Watercolour paper
Layout paper
Bleed - Proof paper

Question 2

Name 3 stock forms of paper

Answer 2

A3,A4,A5,A6,A7,A8 - Size largest to smallest.

Thickness is measured through grams per square metre (gsm) - for example: photocopying paper is 80 gsm, while mounting board is 1000 gsm. The lower the gsm, the more lightweight it is, therefore easier to cut, score and bend.

Question 3

Name 3 Polymer - based sheets

Answer 3

Styrofoam
Foam Board
Translucent PP sheet (Polypropaline)