Making Paper Fun - Domtar

What's the Story? Get the real facts about paper.

Here’s everything you need to know to get the most from Domtar papers. Choose a topic, and find the tips and techniques that apply to your project. Then, pick a Domtar paper to bring your vision to life.

Looking beyond the page

Printing 101

Ink on paper. This is where it all begins. By playing with factors like line screen or dot size, you can get exactly the look you want — and discover new possibilities. Talk to your Domtar rep and your printer, then choose the Domtar sheet that fits. Or, if there’s a Domtar paper you love, learn how working the dots can make it work even better.

Printing on Uncoated Paper

The keys to printing on any uncoated paper are 1) minimizing dot gain, and 2) controlling ink density. The good news is that there’s a lot you can do to reduce dot gain before your job ever gets on press. Review the techniques here, and see how to adjust your digital files and open up your images. Then, talk to your printer about making the right moves on press to manage ink density.

Printing on Colored Paper

Depth. Consistency. Practicality. Turning to colored paper is one of the easiest ways to add value to a project. You can get the appearance of more color — or you can use the sheet itself to enhance or alter your imagery. If you know what to expect, colored paper can do anything you can imagine.

Think Ink

Any discussion of printing on Domtar papers begins with ink. After all, ink behaves differently on every surface. That’s why Domtar products are designed to help inks perform at their peak. Use the tips and tricks in this section to get the most accurate image reproduction possible — or to help you think up something the world has never seen.

Black & White Answers

There’s more to black and white than meets the eye. Some of the most impressive "black and white" photo reproductions are actually created using process colors and other techniques. Here’s how the best designers can turn a simple image into something sublime.

Finish Strong

Try a post-press process to add the perfect touch to any project. You can choose embossing or debossing, die cutting or foil stamping. But before you think about finishing, make sure you start with a sturdy, well-formed Domtar paper.

Domtar EarthChoice® is:

Our decision to use only Earth-grown fiber
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Manufactured in dolphin-safe mills
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