{"id":7319,"date":"2024-08-28T09:29:35","date_gmt":"2024-08-28T14:29:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/blog\/?p=7319"},"modified":"2025-11-24T14:55:21","modified_gmt":"2025-11-24T19:55:21","slug":"introducing-symbol-freelife-our-upgraded-coated-paper-stock","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/blog\/on-press\/introducing-symbol-freelife-our-upgraded-coated-paper-stock","title":{"rendered":"Introducing Symbol Freelife: Our Upgraded Coated Paper Stock"},"content":{"rendered":"<!--the_content--><!--block-empty--> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-8\"> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-6\"> <p>For an online printer like us, with print nerds left and right, it doesn\u2019t get much better than a new paper stock. We\u2019re so excited to announce we\u2019ve upgraded our coated gloss and coated matte stocks to the totally premium and seriously sustainable Symbol Freelife coated paper stock. Dive into its details with Smartpress\u2019 director of print production and get designer insights from our very own Creative team before adding it to your print marketing repertoire.<\/p> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p><em><strong>Hint:<\/strong><\/em> Symbol Freelife coated stock is available on all of our small format print products (think marketing brochures, business cards, event flyers, direct mail postcards, etc.). Just choose <em><strong>Coated Gloss &#8211; White<\/strong><\/em> or <em><strong>Coated Matte &#8211; White<\/strong><\/em> in the Paper Stock dropdown on product pages.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <!--block--><div class=\"row center-xs\"><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-8\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-12\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--\/block--> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-8\"> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <\/span><\/p> <h2>Key Takeaways<\/h2> <ul> <li><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"#a-symbol-of-success\">Symbol Freelife is Smartpress\u2019 highest-grade coated paper stock.<\/a> It features exceptional ink adhesion, vibrant color reproduction and a smooth, high-end finish.<\/span><\/li> <li><span data-sheets-root=\"1\">The new stock is made with <a href=\"#a-sustainable-substitute\">at least 40% recycled fibers and is sustainably sourced, acid-free, chlorine-free and free of heavy metals.<\/a><\/span><\/li> <li><span data-sheets-root=\"1\">Available in gloss and matte, <a href=\"#q-&amp;-a-with-smartpress-print-production\">Symbol Freelife is praised by print experts and designers<\/a> and is ideal for photography, detailed imagery and professional print materials.<\/span><\/li> <\/ul> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <!--block--><div class=\"row center-xs\"><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-8\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-12\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--\/block--> <!--block: 50-50-image --><div class=\"row center-xs blockOffset-bottom-sm\"><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-10\"><div class=\"row center-xs\"><\/span><\/p> <p><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6 no-pad blockOffset-top-sm blockOffset-left-sm\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/smartpressblog.imgix.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/SF-Sheen-0013.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&ixlib=php-3.3.0&w=900&s=ff3de9042f15903d8145a8f4d7fcdb05\" alt=\"Two paper stocks overlapping each other printed in orange, red and white.\"   data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/div> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6 no-pad blockOffset-bottom-md raisedRight\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/smartpressblog.imgix.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/SF-Sheen-0030.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&ixlib=php-3.3.0&w=900&s=8eebff54562f173d189cbfb6a4b00950\" alt=\"The inside crease of a marketing brochure printed with images of nail polishes.\"   data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/div><\/p> <\/div><\/div><\/div> <!--\/block--> <!--block--><div class=\"row center-xs\"><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-8\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-12\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--\/block--> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-10\"> <div class=\"row\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <h2 id=\"a-symbol-of-success\">A <em>Symbol<\/em> of Success<\/h2> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <!--block--><div class=\"row center-xs\"><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-8\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-12\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--\/block--> <!--block: 50-50 --><div class=\"row center-xs\" ><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"><div class=\"row\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6\"><!--[col]--><\/span><\/p> <p>As an online print shop that provides high-quality print to clients across all industries, it\u2019s crucial we work with and offer the highest quality materials. So when we endeavor to make changes to our <a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/support\/stocks-substrates\/small-format-paper-stocks\">paper stocks<\/a> or print process, we take it seriously.<\/p> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p>A coated stock like Symbol Freelife, with its gloss and matte variations, fits right in with our \u201cpremium or nothing\u201d approach to custom printing. As an A-grade material, it\u2019s the highest grade of paper we\u2019ve ever had. And its extra white tone? Your photography (especially skin tones) won\u2019t know what hit it.<\/p> <!--[\/col]--><\/div> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6\"><!--[col]--> <p>As a top-of-line <a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/support\/stocks-substrates\/coated-paper-stocks-vs-uncoated-paper-stocks\">coated paper stock<\/a>, Symbol Freelife exhibits excellent ink transfer and ink adhesion, so your marketing content and imagery looks clean, crisp and enviably vibrant. And that coating? It\u2019s triple blade coated on both sides to create the smoothest look, feel and finish on the market today (hello, print quality and color reproduction!). It also improves the paper\u2019s ability to resist moisture and improve durability. You might say it\u2019s a multitasker.<\/p> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p>(<strong>Jargon alert:<\/strong> Triple blade what now? Triple blade coated refers to a manufacturing process involving the application of coatings to the paper\u2019s surface. It indicates that the coating process features three layers of coating material, with each layer applied using a separate blade or coating unit. This allows for precise control over the thickness and uniformity of the coating.)<\/p> <!--[\/col]--><\/div> <\/div><\/div><\/div> <!--\/block--><!--block-empty--> <!--graybar--><div class=\"ltGrayBkgd-md\"><\/div><!--\/graybar--> <!--block--><div class=\"row center-xs\"><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-8\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-12\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--\/block--> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-10\"> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/smartpressblog.imgix.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/SF-Group-A-0005.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&ixlib=php-3.3.0&w=900&s=23e923f6bb36a5f2ca63429718619ca0\" alt=\"A collection of marketing brochures, booklets and posters printed on a coated paper stock.\"   data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <!--block--><div class=\"row center-xs\"><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-8\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-12\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--\/block--> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-10\"> <div class=\"row\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <h2 id=\"a-sustainable-substitute\">A Sustainable Substitute<\/h2> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <!--block--><div class=\"row center-xs\"><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-8\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-12\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--\/block--> <!--block: 50-50 --><div class=\"row center-xs\" ><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"><div class=\"row\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6\"><!--[col]--><\/span><\/p> <p>Another awesome quality? Symbol Freelife is not only a coated paper stock, but also a recycled paper. We\u2019re not in the business of making upgrades or changes that aren\u2019t sustainable, so of course our new coated stock follows suit and joins our ever-growing list of <a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/support\/stocks-substrates\/recycled-paper-stocks\">recycled paper stocks<\/a>.<\/p> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p>Made with at least 40% recycled fibers and sustainably sourced cellulose, Symbol Freelife meets our (and our clients\u2019) eco-friendly standards. And that goes for both gloss and matte variations and all <a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/support\/stocks-substrates\/text-weight-vs-cover-weight#text-weights\">text weight<\/a> (80#, 100#) and <a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/support\/stocks-substrates\/text-weight-vs-cover-weight#cover-weights\">cover weight<\/a> (80#, 100#, 120#) options.<\/p> <!--[\/col]--><\/div> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6\"><!--[col]--> <p>Sourced from Fedrigoni, an EcoVadis Platinum certified manufacturer (<a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/blog\/press-releases\/smartpress-cements-sustainable-status-with-ecovadis-platinum-rating\">we\u2019re EcoVadis Platinum, too!<\/a>), this recycled coated paper is acid-free, elemental chlorine-free and absent of heavy metals. And to top it all off, its eco-friendly makeup renders less cracking on spines and folds for a cleaner, more professional look on your annual reports, photography portfolios and marketing brochures.<\/p> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p><em><strong>Hint:<\/strong><\/em> Our online printing services include not only sustainable stocks, but also <a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/blog\/on-press\/sustainable-signs-banners-decor-introducing-6-eco-friendly-materials\">sustainable substrates for signs, banners and decor<\/a>.<\/p> <!--[\/col]--><\/div> <\/div><\/div><\/div> <!--\/block--><!--block-empty--> <!--graybar--><div class=\"ltGrayBkgd-md\"><\/div><!--\/graybar--> <!--block--><div class=\"row center-xs\"><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-8\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-12\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--\/block--> <div class=\"row center-xs pullQuote\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-10\"> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <\/span><\/p> <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cOne look, one touch, and you can tell that Symbol Freelife is the pinnacle of quality paper.&#8221;<\/span><\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <!--block--><div class=\"row center-xs\"><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-8\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-12\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--\/block--> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-10\"> <div class=\"row\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <h2 id=\"q-&amp;-a-with-smartpress-print-production\">Q&amp;A w\/ Smartpress Print Production<\/h2> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <!--block--><div class=\"row center-xs\"><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-8\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-12\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--\/block--> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-8\"> <div class=\"row\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <p>So how will this new coated paper affect you and your print projects? We went straight to the source to find out: Jonathan Beck, Smartpress\u2019 director of print production. Hear what he says sets Symbol Freelife apart and why you\u2019ll love it.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <!--block--><div class=\"row center-xs\"><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-8\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-12\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--\/block--> <!--block: 50-50 --><div class=\"row center-xs\" ><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"><div class=\"row\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6\"><!--[col]--><\/span><\/p> <p><strong>Why did we choose to change Smartpress\u2019 coated paper stock to Symbol Freelife?<\/strong><br \/> <em><strong>Jonathan Beck:<\/strong><\/em> \u201cThrough rigorous testing, we&#8217;ve witnessed unparalleled print quality and seamless runnability on our presses and finishing devices, resulting in premium products that magnify the creativity and designs of our customers.<\/p> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p>\u201cAnd with more than a century of experience, Fedrigoni\u2019s legacy and expertise in paper manufacturing add an element of trust and reliability for buyers seeking top-tier materials. One look, one touch, and you can tell that Symbol Freelife is the pinnacle of quality paper.\u201d<\/p> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p><strong>What differentiates Symbol Freelife from other paper stocks?<\/strong><br \/> <em><strong>Beck:<\/strong><\/em> \u201cSymbol Freelife differentiates coated gloss paper and coated matte paper so much better than our previous line. It provides excellent print fidelity, ensuring that colors are vibrant, images are sharp and text is crisp. This is vital for maintaining the integrity of our high-end print customers.<\/p> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p>\u201cThere\u2019s also a substance to this paper &#8211; the way it lays, the way it feels, the consistency of the color. I like to think we\u2019re a unique printing company and our customers\u2019 message is unique, so this paper just fits.\u201d<\/p> <!--[\/col]--><\/div> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6\"><!--[col]--> <p><strong>What most excites you about this upgrade?<\/strong><br \/> <em><strong>Beck:<\/strong><\/em> \u201cI\u2019m most excited for the customer. We\u2019re a premium provider of printed products, and I strongly feel this paper backs up that promise. The visual and tactile qualities add an element of sophistication and exclusivity to printed materials.<\/p> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p>\u201cSymbol Freelife also includes a high percentage of recycled content. Combining high-quality aesthetics with eco-friendly properties helps back up our commitment to being a sustainable printer for our customers.<\/p> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p>\u201cInternally, Symbol Freelife is designed to be robust and withstand the demands of high-quality printing processes without compromising on appearance. We\u2019re confident this paper will enhance our customers\u2019 printed products and elevate their marketing potential.\u201d<\/p> <!--[\/col]--><\/div> <\/div><\/div><\/div> <!--\/block--><!--block-empty--> <!--graybar--><div class=\"ltGrayBkgd-md\"><\/div><!--\/graybar--> <!--block--><div class=\"row center-xs\"><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-8\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-12\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--\/block--> <div class=\"row center-xs pullQuote\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-10\"> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <\/span><\/p> <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThe color is super on point and the vibrancy is really noticeable. It pops off the paper!&#8221;<\/span><\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <!--block--><div class=\"row center-xs\"><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-8\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-12\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--\/block--> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-10\"> <div class=\"row\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <h2>Q&amp;A w\/ Smartpress Creative<\/h2> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <!--block--><div class=\"row center-xs\"><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-8\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-12\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--\/block--> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-8\"> <div class=\"row\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <p>How do you design and print with this upscale stock? We turned to our Creative team for insider tips you won\u2019t get anywhere else.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <!--block--><div class=\"row center-xs\"><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-8\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-12\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--\/block--> <!--block: 50-50 --><div class=\"row center-xs\" ><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"><div class=\"row\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6\"><!--[col]--><\/span><\/p> <p><strong>What do you love about this new stock?<\/strong><br \/> <em><strong>Creative Director Ferenc Andahazy:<\/strong><\/em> \u201cI especially love the matte paper. It has a true matte feel to it &#8211; you would never mistake it for a gloss. There\u2019s a distinct feel and sheen difference between the matte and gloss stocks.<\/p> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p>\u201cThe ink is absorbed better in this stock, too. It seems to absorb and hold the ink in a more natural way than most digital paper stocks, so you\u2019re able to feel and see the tooth of the paper more than you would on other stocks. This gives the sense of a more premium print because the ink feels like it\u2019s part of the paper, not just printed on top of it.\u201d<\/p> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p><em><strong>Senior Graphic Designer Nate Johannes:<\/strong> <\/em>\u201cThe color is super on point. The reds are vibrant, not dull, and the vibrancy is really noticeable. It pops off the paper! There\u2019s also no banding on the floods. And the blacks are really impressive, which is sometimes tough for printers to hit and hold.<\/p> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p>\u201cI looked through a loupe at how the dots of the ink laid down on the paper, and the paper holds them very well. The image is vivid and the colors are true. There is little to no dot gain, resulting in a crisper image overall. This is especially noticeable in typography and fine line details. The paper gives a crisp edge to the images.\u201d<\/p> <!--[\/col]--><\/div> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6\"><!--[col]--> <p><strong>Is there anything specific to know about designing and online printing with it?<\/strong><br \/> <em><strong>Andahazy:<\/strong><\/em> \u201cBlacks will be opaque on this stock, which is especially important for photography. True opaque black helps give images depth, better contrast and a higher range of perceivable color. You get a richer image with this paper.<\/p> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p>\u201cSkin tones also appear really natural and there\u2019s no odd color shift due to a strange white point in the stock. It has a very clean white point, which results in natural and accurate skin tones.\u201d<\/p> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p><em><strong>Johannes:<\/strong><\/em> \u201cI recommend using this for high-contrast, colorful imagery. Photography is showcased really well, so a photography portfolio is an ideal use case. You spent all that time designing, so pick the paper that will show it best.\u201d<\/p> <!--[\/col]--><\/div> <\/div><\/div><\/div> <!--\/block--><!--block-empty--> <!--graybar--><div class=\"ltGrayBkgd-md\"><\/div><!--\/graybar--> <!--block--><div class=\"row center-xs\"><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-8\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-12\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--\/block--> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-8\"> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/smartpressblog.imgix.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/SF-Group-A-0003.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&ixlib=php-3.3.0&w=900&s=19d4ef1e42ff32b7f3bd50c4421d24e8\" alt=\"Scattered print marketing materials with various designs on a coated paper stock.\"   data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <!--block--><div class=\"row center-xs\"><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-8\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-12\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--\/block--> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-8\"> <div class=\"row\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <h2>A New Lease on (Free)life<\/h2> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <!--block--><div class=\"row center-xs\"><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-8\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-12\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--\/block--> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-8\"> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <p>So there you have it. An upgraded coated paper for an upgraded presentation. Whether you\u2019re printing marketing essentials for your brand, direct mail campaigns for your nonprofit or booklets for your biz, Symbol Freelife paper stock takes them all to a new level of sharp sophistication. All you need to do is choose Coated Gloss &#8211; White or Coated Matte &#8211; White in the Paper Stock dropdown on any small format product page.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><!--block-empty--><!--\/the_content-->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"For an online printer like us, with print nerds left and right, it doesn\u2019t get much better than a new paper stock. We\u2019re so excited to announce we\u2019ve upgraded our coated gloss and coated matte stocks to the totally premium and seriously sustainable Symbol Freelife coated paper. 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