Product Sample Kit

Our Sample Kit includes printed photo paper samples from the same production line where all products are produced. It includes two images — a subject photo and a photo showing a full range of colors — printed on each of our 6 primary papers. For more information, see our book binding specifications. Limit one kit per customer, please.

All of our Product Samples are sent via USPS First Class Mail, with an estimated delivery time of 2-3 Business Days

Paper Types Included

Text 90: 89 GSM
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Text 90

89 GSM This is our premium uncoated paper used for black and white text books as well as our spot color text books. Using this bright white, super smooth paper ensures a classic text book feel and look while offering a noticeably higher quality than an average 20# copy paper. This is the perfect option for any text-heavy book!


Silk 120: 118 GSM
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Economy 120

118 GSM Formerly known as our Silk 120, this paper is the thinnest we offer, similar to the pages of a magazine. This is our most affordable option and your images will have a softer quality to them. This is the perfect paper if you have a budget and still want outstanding printed pages!


Premium 150: 146 GSM
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Premium 150

146 GSM A classic choice, this paper has a slight gloss, great color reproduction, and is heavier than our standard Economy 120.


Premium 220: 216 GSM
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Premium 220

216 GSM Our Premium 220 photo paper is exclusively used for our Wire-O books. This paper is slightly heavier than our Premium 150 paper and features a semi-gloss coating.


Hinged Velvet 250: 250 GSM
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Hinged Velvet 250

250 GSM Luxuriously smooth and has a clean finish making your images stand out! Ideal for wedding albums and portfolios, this paper type is thick and provides great color reproduction. Hinged Velvet 250 is used exclusively in our Hinged Layflat Photo Books


Matte 300: 300 GSM
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Matte 300

300 GSM For the artist and architect - bring your designs to life. This paper has no shine and really shows off detail.


Semi-Gloss 300: 300 GSM
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Semi-Gloss 300

300 GSM Slightly heavier than our Lustre option, it is sleek and has a more subtle shine.


Lustre-450: 450 GSM
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Lustre 450

Our Lustre 450 is used exclusively for our True Seamless Layflat photo books. A gorgeous mix of glossy and matte on an impressive extra thick stock. Enjoy amazing color reproduction with your seamless photo book experience.

Eggshell 150: 148 GSM
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Eggshell 150

148 GSM This is for people who want to make coloring books, sketchbooks, notepads, or anything else you may need to color or draw on! It's also a great paper for art books for a more textured look. This is a thick, uncoated paper with a slight tooth and suitable for most traditional mediums.