{"id":442,"date":"2014-12-29T08:52:26","date_gmt":"2014-12-29T08:52:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.printivity.com\/insights\/?p=442"},"modified":"2025-07-30T18:44:02","modified_gmt":"2025-07-30T18:44:02","slug":"what-is-14-pt-extra-thick-paper","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/insights.printivity.com\/what-is-14-pt-extra-thick-paper","title":{"rendered":"What is 14 pt. \u201cextra thick\u201d paper?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

14pt. \u201cextra thick\u201d paper is one\nof the most common cardstocks available for printing. The thickness is about\n0.39mm thick, which makes it ideal for business cards, postcards, and other firm-like\nquality print products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

14pt.\n\u201cextra thick\u201d paper is more common in printing than 16pt. \u201cultra thick\u201d paper,\nwhich is slightly thicker and comes at a higher price point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When\nyou ask the question \u201cWhat is 14pt. \u201cextra thick\u201d paper?\u201d it\u2019s important to\nfirst understand what type of printing project you have in mind. That way,\nchoosing the right paper type will be a matter of function over form. The right\npaper type can make or break a print, so it\u2019s best to make sure you\u2019re choosing\nthe right one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What is 14 pt. paper used for?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If\nyou\u2019re looking for more quantity over quality, 14pt. \u201cextra thick\u201d paper is\ngoing to be your best bet. Because it\u2019s a standard, you\u2019ll save money printing\nyour designs on it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re looking to print postcards<\/a>, for example, a 14pt. paper type is a great, versatile way to get your postcards printed. All you\u2019ll need to do is get your dimensions and specifications ready and you\u2019re on your way to getting your 14pt. paper postcards printed! Also, if you plan on mailing your postcards, you will save money on the lighter weight 14pt. \u201cextra thick\u201d paper compared to the heavier 16pt. paper. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, if you\u2019re printing business cards<\/a>, a 14pt. paper type is also a viable option. Most traditional business cards are printed with a 14 pt. \u201cextra thick\u201d cardstock. Printing business cards on a 14 pt. cardstock will save you money compared to printing them on a thicker cardstock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The durability of the 14pt. \u201cextra thick\u201d will save you money in\nthe long run because it will not bend or fray as easily as thinner cardstocks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact us for all your 14 pt. paper needs!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re printing business cards or postcards, or you just have questions about 14 pt. paper,\u00a0contact us today<\/a> to discuss your printing project. If you call 1-877-649-5463<\/a>, be sure to ask the Printivity customer service representative for a complimentary paper samples!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Printivity is known for our outstanding customer service and quality<\/a>. No matter what project you have, you\u2019re in good hands with Printivity!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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