types of papers and boards

Question 1

what are the properties of layout and tracing paper?

Answer 1

relatively hard and translucent, typically 50-90 gsm

Question 2

what are the typical uses of layout and tracing paper?

Answer 2

working drawings, tracing

Question 3

what are the properties of bleed proof paper?

Answer 3

smooth and relatively hard, resistant to inks seeping through, allows clear and sharp images, typically 70-150 gsm

Question 4

what are the typical uses of bleed proof paper?

Answer 4

used with water and spirit based felt tip pens, printed multicoloured flyers and leaflets

Question 5

what are the properties of cartridge paper?

Answer 5

tough and lightly textured, typically light cream coloured and 100-150 gsm

Question 6

what are the typical uses of cartridge paper?

Answer 6

drawing and painting, flyers and leaflets

Question 7

what are the properties of grid paper?

Answer 7

printed squares or isometric grids in different sizes, 60-100 gsm

Question 8

what are the typical uses of grid paper?

Answer 8

quick sketches and model making

Question 9

what are the properties of corrugated cardboard?

Answer 9

two or more layers of card with a fluted middle layer (this adds strength whilst keeping it lightweight), often made from recycled material, 250gsm and up

Question 10

what are the typical uses of corrugatedcard board?

Answer 10

general boxes and packaging

Question 11

what are the properties of duplex board?

Answer 11

white surfaces with grey fibres between, tough and lightly textured, lower cost than fully bleached card, 230-420 gsm

Question 12

what are the typical uses of duplex board?

Answer 12

food packaging

Question 13

what are the properties of foil lined board

Answer 13

laminated foil on one side of cardboard, solid white board or duplex board, insulating properties (can keep moisture in or out)

Question 14

what are the typical uses of foil lined board?

Answer 14

drinks cartons, ready meal lids

Question 15

what are the properties of foam core board?

Answer 15

paper surfaces covering polystyrene centre, usually 1.5-12mm thick

Question 16

typical uses of foam core board?

Answer 16

mounting pictures, architectural models

Question 17

solid white board (bleached card) properties

Answer 17

strong, high quality, made from pure bleached wood pulp, 200-400 gsm

Question 18

solid white board typical uses

Answer 18

printing: book covers, expensive packaging

Question 19

inkjet card properties

Answer 19

strong, high quality forms are often coated, 240-280gsm

Question 20

inkjet card uses

Answer 20

inkjet printing, greeting cards and business cards