Grammage

What Does Grammage Mean?

Grammage is a measure of paper weight, given in grams per square metre (g/m²). It significantly affects the thickness and strength of the paper, and therefore the handling and quality of the printed product. Papers with a lower grammage of 40–80 g/m² are relatively thin and light, making them ideal for newspapers and large print runs. Paper types with a higher grammage from 100 g/m² offer more stability and are particularly suitable for high-quality magazines, brochures, and club magazines. Heavier papers often convey a sense of quality and exclusivity, while lighter papers are more affordable and flexible.

Why Is Grammage Important for Printing?

• Feel: Determines how sturdy and high-quality the paper feels.
• Print quality: Higher grammages often result in better colour reproduction, higher print resolution, and less transparency or light permeability.
• Cost: Heavier and coated papers are usually more expensive than lighter ones, but they’re also more durable.

Different Grammages for Newspapers & Magazines in Our Webshop

• Newspaper printing from 1 copy: 49 g/m², 60 g/m², 80 g/m², 90 g/m²
• Magazine printing from 1 copy: 90 g/m², 135 g/m², 170 g/m²
• Newspaper printing from 2,000 copies: 42 g/m², 45 g/m², 52 g/m²standard colour, 52 g/m² special colour