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What are papers and boards
Papers and boards are widely used by designers for a range of purposes, from the sketching, drawing and planning of ideas through to the modelling and prototyping of design solutions. Papers and boards come in a wide range of thicknesses and types
How to measure the thickness of papers and boards
The thickness of paper is known as weight and is measured in gsm(grams per square meter). A weight over 170gsm is classified as a board. Boards are usually classified by thickness as by weight. This is because depending on the type of board, different sheets may be the same weight but different thicknesses. The thickness of a board is measured in microns which is a thousandth of a millimetre
Properties and examples of paper
Paper is available in a variety of colours sizes and finishes. Examples are newspapers, magazines and receipts.
Properties and examples of card
It is slightly thicker than, available in a range of colours, sizes and finishes and is easy to cut , fold and print on. Used alot for greeting cards and modelling
Properties and examples of cardboard
Has a thickness greater than 300 microns, is available in different sizes and surface finishes and is easy to fold, cut and printed on. Used for packaging of products such as cereal boxes
Properties and examples of corrugated cardboard
It is strong but lightweight and is made from 2 layers of card with a fluted sheet in between. Its thickness from 3mm upwards. The fluted construction makes it difficult to bend or fold. Used for the packaging of fragile and delicate items(takeaway food packaging)
Properties and examples of board sheets
It is rigid card and has a thickness of 1.4mm. Has a smooth surface and is available in a range of colours although black and white are the most popular. Used for picture framing mounts and architectural modelling.
Properties and examples of foam boards
A lightweight board consisting of polystyrene foam sandwiched in between two pieces of thin card or paper
