Selecting the right paper weight is essential for any printing project. Paper used for stationery printing is commonly measured in pounds or grams per square meter (GSM). Choosing between text weight and cover weight can significantly impact the look and feel of your project. You can learn more about the difference between Text Weight and Cover Weight stock and How to Choose the right Paper for Your Print Project.
See the conversion chart below to help you find the perfect paper for your project!
PrintsWell Tip: The pound refers to how much a ream of paper (500 sheets) weighs.
Cover Weight | Text Weight | Bond | Points | Millimeters | Metric (GSM) |
| 26 lb | 70 lb | 18 lb | 4.6 pt | .117 mm | 104 gsm |
| 30 lb | 80 lb | 28 lb | 5.1 pt | .130 mm | 118 gsm |
| 37 lb | 100 lb | 36 lb | 6.5 pt | .165 mm | 148 gsm |
| 80lb | 216 lb | 60 lb | 9.6 pt | .244 mm | 216 gsm |
| 100 lb | 270 lb | 75 lb | 11 pt | .267 mm | 271 gsm |
| 110 lb | 298 lb | 82 lb | 12 pt | .305 mm | 298 gsm |
| 118 lb | 320 lb | 88 lb | 13 pt | .330 mm | 320 gsm |
| 120 lb | 325 lb | 90 lb | 13.2 pt | .335 mm | 325 gsm |
| 200 lb | 540 lb | 150 lb | 22 pt | .559 mm | 540 gsm |
| 220 lb | 595 lb | 165 lb | 24 pt | .610 mm | 600 gsm |
| 236 lb | 640 lb | 177 lb | 26 pt | .660 mm | 640 gsm |
| 240 lb | 650 lb | 180 lb | 27 pt | .686 mm | 650 gsm |
Note: The paper weights offered by PrintsWell are highlighted in bold in the chart above.
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