Glossary of Useful Envelope and Paper Terms
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Envelopes and copier paper are weight in grams per square meter (gsm). The weight indicated on an item does not refer to the item weight but the grams per square meter weight.
The higher the figure the heavier and sturdier the paper. Everyday copier paper is generally 80gsm and general use envelopes are normally 90gsm.
The higher the figure the heavier and sturdier the paper. Everyday copier paper is generally 80gsm and general use envelopes are normally 90gsm.
An envelope window position is measured from the left of the envelope to the left hand side of window and from the bottom of the envelope to the bottom of the window.
Where ever possible we have tried to display a sample photograph as well as a colour swatch to help you see the colour of our items. However, due to the differences in screen settings these may be slightly different to the physical item colour.
If you need to match an exact colour we will be happy to provide a pantone reference upon request or alternatively we can send you a sample in the post.
If you need to match an exact colour we will be happy to provide a pantone reference upon request or alternatively we can send you a sample in the post.
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Gummed - gummed envelopes need to be moistened before they seal. This is the sort of seal you would use on greetings card and invitation envelopes. Mailing machines also need these sort of envelopes.
Self Seal - these envelopes come with a strip of glue on the upper and lower flap. When the flaps are pressed together the glue sticks together meaning they don't need to be wet before sealing.
Peal and Seal - peal and seal envelopes come with a strip of glue protected by a peal away strip. You simply peal away the strip and seal the envelope creating tight seal. These envelopes have a very long shelf life, normally around 5 years because the glue is protected by the strip.
Self Seal - these envelopes come with a strip of glue on the upper and lower flap. When the flaps are pressed together the glue sticks together meaning they don't need to be wet before sealing.
Peal and Seal - peal and seal envelopes come with a strip of glue protected by a peal away strip. You simply peal away the strip and seal the envelope creating tight seal. These envelopes have a very long shelf life, normally around 5 years because the glue is protected by the strip.
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The orientation of an envelope is either pocket or wallet. A pocket envelope has its flap on the short edge and a wallet has it on the long edge. So if you compare it to paper orientation a pocket would be like a portrait page with the opening at the top and a wallet would be like a landscape page with the opening at the top.
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Overprinting is when an envelope is ran through a lithographic printer to add text, graphics, logos, etc. Some envelopes aren't suitable for overprinting due to physical limitations.
Inkjetting is similar to overprinting but is a lower quality finish. Generally inkjetting is used for black and white or single colour print only. Some envelopes aren't suitable for inkjetting due to physical limitations.
The royal mail type of an envelope refers to the what royal mail charge you would pay for a certain item such as letter or large letter. The weight of the envelope contents also needs to be considered.
We only provide this as a rough guide, you should always refer to the royal mail guide lines.
We only provide this as a rough guide, you should always refer to the royal mail guide lines.
