Office Paper

How to choose the right office paper for your business needs?

Paper is essential for many office applications, from internal communication through to corporate presentations and marketing materials. With a wide range of office paper available, you can easily find the right type of paper for every occasion. Digital colour printing paper, for instance, boasts a smooth surface, superior whiteness and colour contrasts, making it an excellent choice for products where high quality and resolution is key. Compatible with laser and inkjet printers, these papers are perfect for items such as manuals, company catalogues and price lists.

If you’re looking for paper better suited to day-to-day administrative uses, business office papers are a great option. These high quality, sustainably sourced and certified papers are designed to avoid paper jams and are suitable for double-sided printing. If you need to print business communications in bulk, this paper is a reliable option for consistent quality.

How does office paper quality impact printer performance?

It’s easy to underestimate the impact the quality of the paper you use has on the overall performance and lifespan of your printer. Poor quality paper is more likely to cause paper jams in your printer if it contains paper dust, has too much moisture or has been poorly cut in the manufacturing process. slowing down the printing process and increasing costly “down time”. If the paper has an uneven surface quality, this can impact image transfer, reducing the resolution of the printout. By instead opting for premium office papers, you can ensure the final print product is of a superior level.

However, if you don’t want to splash out on premium paper, there are also basic office papers that offer a more cost-effective option and don’t impact on printer performance. It’s therefore worth checking all the options available and whether they’re compatible with your office printer.

What environmental certifications are available for office papers?

When looking for sustainable office paper, there are a few environmental certifications to watch out for. At Antalis, we have developed the Green Star System, which gives a star rating from one to five depending on how eco-responsible the product is. We also stock a range of recycled office papers, made from 100% post-consumer waste (PCW).

All our products list the relevant environmental certifications, which are awarded by different organisations and Government bodies. For example, Data Copy paper carries a number of credentials including EU ecolabel and FSC certification, both of which verify that the product has been sustainably sourced. It also mentions that the paper is ECF (Elemental Chlorine Free), which means that the wood pulp has been bleached in an eco-friendly way, using chlorine dioxide.