Paper and ink: what we print on
Riso ink sits on top of the paper rather than soaking in, so the paper weight and finish change how bright a colour looks. Pick the paper first, then the ink.
Papers
Four stocks cover almost every job. Ask for a sample pack before a larger run.
| Stock | Weight | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Uncoated white | 80 gsm | Notebook pages, letters and wrapping sheets |
| Uncoated white | 100 gsm | Posters and flyers |
| Recycled card | 300 gsm | Cards, covers and tags |
| Brown kraft | 70 gsm | Bag labels and parcel wrap |
Inks
Five riso inks, mixed by hand for each run. The chips are for guidance; the printed result varies with the paper.
- Fluorescent pink
- Medium blue
- Sunflower
- Bright green
- Black
Overprinting
Pink printed over blue gives a deep indigo that is not on any ink chip. We can print that overlap on purpose, or knock it out so both colours stay bright.
Ask for a test print when your design relies on overlaps. A single sheet costs less than a wrong run.