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Pounds vs. Points
Paper can be tricky—especially when you’re faced with terms like pounds and points.

When to use Monarch Letterhead and Envelopes
A handwritten note lends significance to any personal or professional correspondence. If you are on a first-name basis with your customers


Embossing & Foil Stamping
Embossing images requires creating a die — charges vary with size. Save money by discussing the design early in the planning process. Oftent


Drilling & Die Cutting
Standard drilling is 3-hole, but size and position of holes can be customized Standing dies can save you money During the design process,...


Tab Dividers
Die cut tab dividers can assist readers through sections of a binder Tab dividers have an approximate half inch section that extends past...


Print and Paper Play a Key Role in Learning and Literacy
Why print, paper and pencil remain highly effective learning tools.


The Myth: Harvesting Trees to Make Paper is Bad.
The Fact: Sustainable forest management benefits people and the planet. While it’s true that collecting used paper and recycling it into...

What Causes Paper to Crack When it is Folded?
We’ve all had that beautiful project: the one with the solid ink coverage that wrapped around from the front cover to the back cover. It...


Choosing Paper Stock
Stocks that have the same front and back surface save money Work-and-turn press forms require one set of plates that can be used to print...

Paper Opacity Guide
Opacity refers to the property of paper which obstructs the passage of light and show-through of printing. This characteristic is...


Paper Options
The paper you use is a critical factor in the appearance of your printed projects. For most of our products, Castle Press has suggested...


Standard Paper Sizes and Specifications
Stationery Letterhead United States 8.5" x 11"' European 210 x 297 mm Monarch 7.25" x 10.5" Envelope United States (#10 envelope) 4.125"...
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