It
is not always practical to carry pamphlets or brochures of the company around
with you wherever you go. People always prefer to carry a card holder or simply
the visiting card in their bags or wallets.
Business
cards were first used in France in 17th century.it was considered a
convenient way of exchanging information and building up contacts.
The
more the classy the card be, better is the impression! Earlier, they marked a
symbol of royalty and status. Even now, they are considered as the company’s
dignity and individual’s reputation.
There
are diverse choices of saturates, i.e., the kind of paper on which the card
it’s printed. The better quality paper, or even a plastic card makes a first
impression. The choices range for business cards from classic designs to
elegant finished to the glossy coating, that doesn’t tear off easily. Ten to
one, there shouldn’t be any compromise made on superiority of the card. One
must know the paper measurement and classification to come up with the best
card printing paper choice as the card really helps to build the image of the
business and upshot the cost of managing business stationary.
Here
are few details that help you make a right choice
- Function
Standard business card is printed on a card of 80 to 110
pounds. The stock is white with smooth shiny finish. The stock colour can vary
a greatly.
There are diverse range of business card paper stock
finishes like linen, which is textured with horizontal and vertical lines.
Second is vellum, with a slight rough finish. The most popular these days is
the glossy coating business card stock which is shiny on one or both sides
respectively.
- Size
After classifying paper by weight, paper is
sized accordingly. It is given the classification as cover, index, text
etc.
Cover,
index and card stocks such as those used primarily for business cards are
heavier in thickness than text stock. The thickness of the paper is determined
by micrometre depending on the size of the paper. Even the finish such as shiny
or glossy is sized according to sheet thickness.
- Perfect
package
One
can also deal with other company stationary like letterheads or pamphlets so
that you get a coordinated, interrelated and best deal.
Business
card is something that walks lifetime with your company. Hence, pause a moment
and rethink! Give time to a lot of designs and samples before finalising any.
Printasia helps you the best with it. With the multi available templates, you
can choose any or design to create your own. Totally a worth for money. We
understand your requirement and provide you the best!