Paper and Printing Overview Book

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Printing Beautiful Spaces since 1990

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PAPER & PRINTING GUIDE PAPERS Types of Paper Details FSC Certification Visual Solutions

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PRINTING Capabilities

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SIGNAGE

Dimensional Signage

Frames & Holders

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PAPER TYPES

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The world of paper is incredibly vast, with a wide range of variation. These are the most common types of paper used for decor.

Paperboard

Cardboard

Tissue

Foamcore

Rigid board that provides a wide range of construction options and often contains recycled fibers

Provides a good construction material as well as a printable surface

Light, delicate, and semi-transparent, tissue can provide natural movement in a wide range of colors

Two printable paper sheets sandwich a foam center, making this durable material great for construction

Kraft

Cardstock

Crepe

Construction

A true classic, this durable paper provides nearly endless possibilities

Rigid paper that works well for construction and printing

Textured paper that is used to create delicate flowers and a variety of other decorations

A standard paper that can be used for clean and colorful projects and decor

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PAPER WEIGHT

Office

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Poster

Paper weight is determined by weighing a ream of 500 sheets of a particular paper. There are a few different units that are common in talking about paper: GSM, points, and pounds.

Fine Art

Cardstock

Kraft

Different jobs call for different finishes.

COATED & UNCOATED

VS Coated papers are excellent for printing and provide great color and crispness, which makes them ideal for photographs and signage.

Common finishes for coated papers are glossy and matte, but it can be finished in many ways.

Uncoated papers provide more options for tactile surfaces and texture, but also come in smooth finishes. Uncoated paper is great for decorations and simple graphics.

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FSC CERTIFICATION Sustainable options for your paper decor FSC’s mission is to promote and enhance well-managed forests through credible certification that is environmentally responsible, socially acceptable, and economically viable. In order to use any FSC® trademarks, including the FSC logo, initials “FSC”, or phrase “Forest Stewardship Council” on a printed piece, the printer and all intermediate owners of the product must have chain-of-custody certification.

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VISUAL SOLUTIONS Applying paper in 3 dimensions With all of the options and details that paper presents, it makes a great resource for creating interesting and unique decor. It can be used to create flowers, ornamentation, and other objects to decorate interiors.

Used in large scale or for small details, paper offers a wide range of possibilities to fit your needs.

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PRINTING & SIGNAGE Taking things to the next level

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PRINTING CAPABILITIES

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We offer a range of top-quality print materials, printable plastic substrates, and other print media, from traditional vinyl to paper and everything in between.

Fabrics & Textiles

Acrylic & Plexi

Plastics

Aluminum & Metals

Ranging from stretch to canvas, we can print on a variety of fabrics for slip covers, banners, and more

Printing can be added to both clear and colored acrylic to provide a clean, long-lasting print

We are able to print on a wide range of plastics including Styrene, Sintra, and PETG

Metals offer a unique, high quality substrate for printing, and provide one of the most durable options for decor and signage

MDF

Corrugated Plastic Paper

A cost efficient and Rigid and light, this is versatile material that an excellent choice for can be printed on and printed signage used to construct fixtures, signage, and more

With endless variations and a wide variety of weights, styles, and colors, paper is always a solid option

Falcon Board Thick, durable, light weight, and printable this material provides a great option for temporary structures 17

SIGNAGE Décor with purpose

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DIMENSIONAL SIGNAGE Attention-grabbing signs Raised letters, graphics, or molded features can help to emphasize important messaging and make signage more exciting. Our vast array of capablities can be applied to prints

Dimensional Letters: Mixed materials with ligh

and materials to turn them into dimensional pieces that attract your customers’ attention.

Hanging Sign: Cut plastics and faux flowers 20

hting

Sign & Base: Printed wood

Dimensional Letters: Paperboard

Vertical Sign: Cut and powder-coated MDF 21

FRAMES & HOLDERS A place for prints Frames are almost as varied as the paper that lives inside them. Starting with these three materials, we can create a range of styles and options to address your exact form and function.

We also offer a range of sustainable frame materials.

Metal Offering the most robust construction, metal frames are durable and can accomodate a wide range of features

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Wood

Plastics & Vinyl

A classic material for frames that comes in a wide range of finishes to achieve the desired look

Perhaps the most versatile frame materials.

Plastics can be molded into ornate shapes, as well as sleek, light weight frames

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Our mission is to provide a customized solution for our clients leveraging all three components.

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Trim, Display Elements, Props, Fixtures, Design Services, Custom Visual Solutions

create, source & deliver

eCommerce, Bags, Boxes, Mailers, Tissue, Ribbons, Pouches, Gift Cards, Hangers

Sourcing, Consolidation, Kitting, Freight Services, Just-in-time Inventory

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8338 Austin Ave. Morton Grove, IL 60053 ctcvisual.com ctc@bunzlretailservices.com

Printed using FSC® paper and soy ink.

Please recycle.

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