What’s the difference between art paper and art board?

As the world of printing and packaging continues to evolve, there are many materials available for countless different applications. However, two popular printing and packaging options are C2S Art Board and C2S Art Paper. Both are double-sided coated paper materials, and while they share many similarities, there are some key differences.

What is C2S art paper:
It is a double-sided coated premium paper, ideal for double-sided printing. It comes in a variety of thicknesses and is commonly used in the packaging, publishing and advertising industries. C2S art paper has a smooth and glossy finish that brings beauty to the final product. It’s also ideal for printing high-quality images because it has a high opacity, which means ink won’t bleed through the paper and cause uneven print quality.
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What is C2S art board:
It is a paper-based material with two layers of clay coating on the surface to achieve higher smoothness and stiffness than art paper. The result is a strong material that can be used as a hard, flat material with the added advantage of a glossy finish. Therefore, art boards are an excellent choice for packaging, book covers, business and invitation cards, with a premium look and feel.

What is main differences between C2S Art Paper and C2S Art Board.
1.The main difference between the two is stiffness.
art board is harder than art paper, suitable for packaging products that require increased strength, and its stiffness ensures that the product is not easy to bend or wrinkle. At the same time, the flexibility of Art Paper allows for a wide range of creative applications.

2.Another difference is the thickness level.
Art Board is generally thicker and heavier than Art Paper, which makes it ideal for packaging heavy or dense products that require extra protection. Additionally, the increased thickness of Art board helps hide the corrugated substrate in packaging, giving it a more robust and aesthetically pleasing look, while Art Paper is thick but still lightweight, making it better suited for paper-based items such as calendars or leaflets.

In terms of functionality, Art Paper and Art Board share some similarities. They all come in glossy finish and offer excellent printability, whether for digital or offset printing.
Also there are various GSM for choose and can meet most of customer’s requirements.


Post time: Jun-12-2023