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Paper Academy

Papermaking and printing are age old crafts, and there are many secrets behind the perfect paper. Let us guide you through the amazing world of paper and printing.

How to prepare AI images for print

Can AI-images be generated in a quality that will look good in offset printing? We printed them full-page to know more.

29 January, 2024

Digital to print – formats and sizes

Here's a smart guide on how to work with sizes and formats for digital photos and images in print.

28 January, 2024

Making paper in a TMP process

Learn more about paper production in this step-by-step guide with infographics and videos.

12 April, 2021

Paper grades

In this article we will take a closer look at LWU, LWC, MWC, WF, and WC, and sort out what these terms stand for.

13 September, 2023

Woodfree paper

It is a common misconception that woodfree paper is made without wood

6 October, 2023

How to buy paper for books

Book paper from sustainably managed forests has its advantages, and there's a lot more to know.

23 November, 2020

How to buy paper for magazines

Read about the quality aspects you need for defining the right paper grade to do your magazine justice.

13 September, 2023

How to buy paper for catalogues and direct marketing

Catalogues and direct mail have to earn their attention. Here's how to buy paper for your important printed solutions.

23 November, 2020

Corrugated cardboard

There are several reasons why corrugated cardboard is the best paper for boxes. It's lightweight ...

2 November, 2023

Containerboard grades and how to go lighter

Components to know about when lightweighting your containerboard and lowering the CO2 emissions from packaging.

3 October, 2022

Containerboard testing methods

How to test containerboard tensile strength, short span compression and more.

10 November, 2022

Printing techniques

Print + digital = an introduction to different printing techniques.

9 November, 2018

Choosing and using print profiles

Print profiles determine how colours are printed on a specific paper. With the right ICC profile, you can achieve great results.

17 March, 2022

Paper types

From paper tissues to newspapers, packages, paperbacks and magazines – paper is one of the most frequent everyday items.

13 September, 2022

A paper glossary for all your needs

There is a lot to think about in the world of paper - here is a quick guide to the universal language of paper.

8 November, 2018

What is paper bulk?

Bulk is an important key to how your final publication will be. Take a moment to read about it.

17 March, 2022

Making images pop on uncoated paper

Images can look great on uncoated papers, you just need to find the balance: keeping details in the dark areas and good contrast.

17 March, 2022

Colours in print

Understanding how colours behave and should be managed during the prepress and printing processes, is crucial for the end result.

22 March, 2021

Paper characteristics

Paper comes in many variations. Let’s have a look at the differences and how they will affect your printed product

17 March, 2022

How do RGB colours look after CMYK conversion?

When an image in RGB is printed in CMYK there is a risk that colours might change. Here is some information that tells you why.

17 March, 2022

Printing across a spread

Expanding an image over the first spread of a magazine is a great way to create impact. Here are a few tips to help you succeed.

17 March, 2022

What is linting?

Linting is an umbrella term for printing problems caused by the paper web bringing loose material into the press.

17 March, 2022

When fluting is a problem in printing

Sometimes the paper in the printed magazine or folder becomes wavy. What causes it and how can you prevent it from happening?

17 March, 2022

How to minimize the risk of blocking during printing and stacking

There are a number of adjustments you can do to minimize the risk of blocking in the printing process and during stacking.

17 March, 2022

Missing dots - a preventable problem

The problem of missing dots simply means that there are small areas of the paper surface that have not been printed.

17 March, 2022