{"id":30219,"date":"2023-11-15T18:00:59","date_gmt":"2023-11-15T18:00:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/support\/?p=30219"},"modified":"2025-06-02T12:23:19","modified_gmt":"2025-06-02T17:23:19","slug":"writing-utensil-guide-for-handwritten-notes-for-business%ef%bf%bc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/support\/product-resources\/writing-utensil-guide-for-handwritten-notes-for-business%ef%bf%bc","title":{"rendered":"Writing Utensil Guide for Handwritten Notes for Business\ufffc"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Whether you want to add handwritten notes for business partners or personal needs, we\u2019ve got your guide for which writing utensils work best on which <a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/support\/stocks-substrates\/small-format-paper-stocks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">paper stocks<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/support\/specialty-features\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">coatings and finishes<\/a>. As a premium online printer, we offer all kinds of them, and it&#8217;s essential you to know which utensil ensures your message shines. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you make your selection and add a personal touch to <a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/offering\/thank-you-card-printing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">thank you cards<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/offering\/postcard-printing\">postcards<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/offering\/brochure-printing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">brochures<\/a>, find out how a blue ballpoint pen, black permanent marker and regular ol\u2019 pencil performed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Paper Stocks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"waypoint t-sink s-sink\" id=\"coated-gloss\">\n    \n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Coated-Gloss-0008.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;s=9026635d7a33aa58135201ac3d3fb99a\" alt=\"A pen, pencil and marker written on coated gloss paper stock.\" class=\"wp-image-30224\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Coated-Gloss-0008.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=800&amp;s=3ea7453590e26532c4bcc7c6dcf5df2c 800w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Coated-Gloss-0008.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=300&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=300&amp;s=ca2bd8e43e062ec177344ef20bc54692 300w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Coated-Gloss-0008.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=150&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=150&amp;s=ed4fd064a05496ba579b5ba8cb74d618 150w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Coated-Gloss-0008.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=768&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=768&amp;s=791e0391cdbb9642039098d1899da765 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Coated Gloss<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Stock Specs: <\/strong>Coated stock with a coated surface and shiny appearance.<\/li><li><strong>Utensil Performance:<\/strong> The pen, marker and pencil all have a smooth writing feel, with the ink\/lead sitting on top of the stock.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"waypoint t-sink s-sink\" id=\"coated-matte\">\n    \n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Coated-Matte-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&ixlib=php-3.3.0&s=45b898381b1defeee0485103f7f24f29\" alt=\"A pen, pencil and marker written on coated matte paper stock.\" class=\"wp-image-30227\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Coated-Matte-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=800&amp;s=af8cb2c36620faa9810775ead477141f 800w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Coated-Matte-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=300&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=300&amp;s=074ad1136e76959a0d7838ce36c6d505 300w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Coated-Matte-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=150&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=150&amp;s=9869ad3712d5a785157242fcb3af989a 150w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Coated-Matte-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=768&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=768&amp;s=17b0caee951e2340df0dfe1f46c13cb9 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Coated Matte<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Stock Specs: <\/strong>Coated stock with a coated surface and soft matte appearance.<\/li><li><strong>Utensil Performance: <\/strong>The pen, marker and pencil all have a smooth writing feel, with the ink\/lead sitting on top of the stock.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"waypoint t-sink s-sink\" id=\"coated-semigloss-c1s-\">\n    \n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-C2S-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&ixlib=php-3.3.0&s=c734d22aef7078b788df5ba7b641a18f\" alt=\"A pen, pencil and marker written on coated semigloss paper stock.\" class=\"wp-image-30228\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-C2S-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=800&amp;s=bd7a0c11b3cc5d1c4fec8f8603f73796 800w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-C2S-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=300&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=300&amp;s=f8e96dd87c661b21d1238898d1296b2e 300w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-C2S-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=150&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=150&amp;s=86a2c49d4a7e61437099b1051b80c989 150w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-C2S-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=768&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=768&amp;s=e916d6444e68bda4cf1316d842315733 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Coated Semigloss (C1S)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Stock Specs: <\/strong>Cardstock with one uncoated side and one exceptionally smooth side with a semigloss finish.<\/li><li><strong>Utensil Performance:&nbsp;<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Coated Side: <\/strong>The pen, marker and pencil all have a smooth writing feel, with the ink\/lead that sits on top of the stock.<\/li><li><strong>Uncoated Side: <\/strong>The pen and pencil both have a smooth writing feel, with ink\/lead that sits on top of the stock. The marker ink has a slightly grainy appearance and slight bleed that gets between the stock fibers.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"waypoint t-sink s-sink\" id=\"felt-weave\">\n    \n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Felt-Weave-0005.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&ixlib=php-3.3.0&s=52666d5ac8e61b427d4060e3db0e515a\" alt=\"A pen, pencil and marker written on felt weave paper stock.\" class=\"wp-image-30232\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Felt-Weave-0005.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=800&amp;s=9c64605c83a37c8cf707e1dc871c369d 800w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Felt-Weave-0005.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=300&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=300&amp;s=f272290737aabd4dd03a47e6b33ba385 300w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Felt-Weave-0005.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=150&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=150&amp;s=09edf41cc2069a7209530b9d6efe53b1 150w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Felt-Weave-0005.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=768&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=768&amp;s=311eae8c0b4b296c6e7e6c0fc3362658 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Felt Weave<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Stock Specs: <\/strong>Uncoated paper stock with a raised bump texture and made from 30% post-consumer fiber.<\/li><li><strong>Utensil Performance:&nbsp;<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Pen: <\/strong>Ink has a slightly grainy appearance on the stock.<\/li><li><strong>Marker: <\/strong>Ink has a slightly grainy appearance and slight bleed that gets between the stock fibers.<\/li><li><strong>Pencil: <\/strong>Lead has a slightly grainy appearance and gets between the stock fibers.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"waypoint t-sink s-sink\" id=\"linen\">\n    \n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Linen-0005.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&ixlib=php-3.3.0&s=58341e79b9e8ce52a33fdfc046a75fbf\" alt=\"A pen, pencil and marker written on linen paper stock.\" class=\"wp-image-30233\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Linen-0005.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=800&amp;s=59304331caccfa0a29843e00bb18623e 800w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Linen-0005.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=300&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=300&amp;s=5d0c8cb5b065e09b08140852d4af304b 300w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Linen-0005.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=150&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=150&amp;s=532cecc927ebe04def9c455476650aa4 150w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Linen-0005.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=768&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=768&amp;s=11ebae7b71f30aba253adef6081624cf 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Linen<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Stock Specs: <\/strong>Uncoated paper stock with a linen color, raised grid texture and made from 30% post-consumer fiber.<\/li><li><strong>Utensil Performance:<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Pen: <\/strong>Ink has a slightly grainy appearance on the stock.<\/li><li><strong>Marker: <\/strong>Ink has a slight bleed that gets between the stock fibers.<\/li><li><strong>Pencil: <\/strong>Lead has a grainy appearance and gets between the stock fibers.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"waypoint t-sink s-sink\" id=\"kraft\">\n    \n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Kraft-0005.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&ixlib=php-3.3.0&s=d12002f12d70f1dac4ead40f6f2dbab9\" alt=\"A pen, pencil and marker written on Kraft paper stock.\" class=\"wp-image-30235\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Kraft-0005.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=800&amp;s=f849339a624beb7f969cd348b8aed230 800w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Kraft-0005.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=300&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=300&amp;s=f2998f4540fc602fe79cbef41880ada8 300w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Kraft-0005.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=150&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=150&amp;s=c2e2df0024475ffeecc9f98662ef3b2c 150w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Kraft-0005.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=768&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=768&amp;s=7b2fbbef0a7abf79cc5dc7372a680a9d 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Kraft<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Stock Specs: <\/strong>Uncoated stock with visible flecks and made from 100% recycled content with 30% from post-consumer waste.<\/li><li><strong>Utensil Performance:<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Pen: <\/strong>Ink has a smooth writing feel.<\/li><li><strong>Marker: <\/strong>Ink has a slight bleed that gets between the stock fibers.<\/li><li><strong>Pencil: <\/strong>Lead has a slightly grainy appearance.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"waypoint t-sink s-sink\" id=\"synthetic-waterproof-\">\n    \n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Synthetic-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&ixlib=php-3.3.0&s=67b4bdf9ec6dba4f99b659218a8f09b6\" alt=\"A pen, pencil and marker written on synthetic and waterproof paper stock.\" class=\"wp-image-30236\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Synthetic-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=800&amp;s=c25994314e8e2332f184da6d5bcad526 800w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Synthetic-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=300&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=300&amp;s=cabe0155c22218ba8d615e9bc01520d7 300w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Synthetic-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=150&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=150&amp;s=8ef903b47b4f5ec1de188a8ec5c65fb5 150w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Synthetic-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=768&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=768&amp;s=8e5c48af4926627a928c5573c75bf668 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Synthetic (Waterproof)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Stock Specs: <\/strong>Synthetic stock that\u2019s strong, durable and has excellent printed ink adhesion.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Utensil Performance: <\/strong>The pen, marker and pencil all have a smooth writing feel, with the ink\/lead sitting on top of the stock. The pen requires you to press hard when writing.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"waypoint t-sink s-sink\" id=\"uncoated-100-recycled\">\n    \n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Uncoated-100-Recycled-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&ixlib=php-3.3.0&s=fd28a42d5ef8aa65a8728a6fb331aef6\" alt=\"A pen, pencil and marker written on uncoated recycled paper stock.\" class=\"wp-image-30238\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Uncoated-100-Recycled-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=800&amp;s=de101cae7ce7b7aee080656ff944a88e 800w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Uncoated-100-Recycled-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=300&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=300&amp;s=cdf4c06c7937b4fb0bff1e7849f65541 300w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Uncoated-100-Recycled-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=150&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=150&amp;s=7d50bcb62261d39385502a15d36dc639 150w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Uncoated-100-Recycled-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=768&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=768&amp;s=00e371fef3c0febbc6a4f43521069769 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Uncoated 100% Recycled<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Stock Specs: <\/strong>White paper stock with a few flecks and fibers and made from 100% post-consumer-waste recycled fiber.<\/li><li><strong>Utensil Performance:<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Pen: <\/strong>Ink has a smooth writing feel.<\/li><li><strong>Marker: <\/strong>Ink has a slightly grainy appearance and slight bleed that gets between the stock fibers.<\/li><li><strong>Pencil: <\/strong>Lead has a smooth writing feel.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"waypoint t-sink s-sink\" id=\"uncoated-black\">\n    \n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Black-0006.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&ixlib=php-3.3.0&s=2d06cfd42c7a7417cad8fa39fb2ba464\" alt=\"A pen, pencil and marker written on uncoated black paper stock.\" class=\"wp-image-30239\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Black-0006.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=800&amp;s=a56f801731396be292d00b699a335b67 800w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Black-0006.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=300&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=300&amp;s=4a0ef9339cc3c782880e91d3b949f0ac 300w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Black-0006.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=150&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=150&amp;s=4530e05e514c93caea012b18162215e2 150w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Black-0006.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=768&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=768&amp;s=b22fb873924f27fad3a841e8ae03aa6b 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Uncoated Black<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Stock Specs: <\/strong>Uncoated stock with a dark, rich black color that\u2019s ideal for white ink printing and made from 30% recycled post-consumer fiber.<\/li><li><strong>Utensil Performance:&nbsp;<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Pen:<\/strong> Ink has a smooth writing feel but is difficult to see.<\/li><li><strong>Marker: <\/strong>Ink has a smooth writing feel and sits on top of the stock. (<strong><em>Note: <\/em><\/strong>We tested this stock with a silver marker.)<\/li><li><strong>Pencil: <\/strong>Lead has a smooth writing feel and appears slightly shimmery.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"waypoint t-sink s-sink\" id=\"uncoated-smooth\">\n    \n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WriWRITE-Uncoated-Smooth-0005.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&ixlib=php-3.3.0&s=24400a4e264d59f0c936f382d456a0eb\" alt=\"A pen, pencil and marker written on uncoated smooth paper stock.\" class=\"wp-image-30237\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WriWRITE-Uncoated-Smooth-0005.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=800&amp;s=3c256584f218758b841b3b46bbd82208 800w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WriWRITE-Uncoated-Smooth-0005.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=300&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=300&amp;s=238c19fedc5c07f004c25a2752ed19db 300w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WriWRITE-Uncoated-Smooth-0005.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=150&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=150&amp;s=ce935de3fdd89d903143e4d706f6a149 150w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WriWRITE-Uncoated-Smooth-0005.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=768&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=768&amp;s=144c67f672ae353b64de9aa981b8d259 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Uncoated Smooth<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Stock Specs: <\/strong>Uncoated stock with a smooth, uniform surface.<\/li><li><strong>Utensil Performance:<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Pen: <\/strong>Ink has a smooth writing feel and sits on top of the stock.<\/li><li><strong>Marker: <\/strong>Ink has a slightly grainy appearance and slight bleed that gets between the stock fibers.<\/li><li><strong>Pencil: <\/strong>Lead has a slightly grainy appearance and gets between the stock fibers.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/support\/specialty-features\/uv-coating\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Coatings<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"waypoint t-sink s-sink\" id=\"ultra-gloss-uv-coating\">\n    \n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Smartpress3469.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&ixlib=php-3.3.0&s=a76145ecd528c93518e8ea4a9280322d\" alt=\"A pen, pencil and marker written on paper stock with an ultra gloss UV coating.\" class=\"wp-image-30269\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Smartpress3469.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=862&amp;s=10fa2a7364c222ed728de0189d7b06a1 862w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Smartpress3469.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=300&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=300&amp;s=14b920a54d1cada9b57ddb102a18cdb5 300w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Smartpress3469.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=150&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=150&amp;s=da9f46c6f7f37f7cd5082c1a83fb3745 150w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Smartpress3469.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=767&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=768&amp;s=7e57d5febe96092fc3d0975afbe8dde6 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ultra Gloss UV Coating<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Coating Specs: <\/strong>Adds exceptional depth and high sheen to stock and makes designs pop so your artwork and color looks stunningly vibrant.<\/li><li><strong>Utensil Performance:<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Pen: <\/strong>Ink doesn\u2019t show up well and requires you to go over your writing multiple times. We do not recommend.<\/li><li><strong>Marker: <\/strong>Ink has a smooth writing feel and sits on top of the stock with a shiny appearance.<\/li><li><strong>Pencil: <\/strong>Lead doesn\u2019t show up well and requires you to press hard when writing. We do not recommend.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"waypoint t-sink s-sink\" id=\"flat-matte-uv-coating\">\n    \n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Flat-Matte-UV-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&ixlib=php-3.3.0&s=98b25f4bfb3233a3ac217258c5b24b9f\" alt=\"A pen, pencil and marker written on paper stock with a flat matte UV coating.\" class=\"wp-image-30242\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Flat-Matte-UV-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=800&amp;s=37bf5154c5f4e8668f89e985198635b2 800w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Flat-Matte-UV-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=300&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=300&amp;s=aed3eda16ba49377ba8a148aaf4d37d6 300w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Flat-Matte-UV-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=150&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=150&amp;s=119df7a99290ab577b51b87c35306a16 150w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Flat-Matte-UV-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=768&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=768&amp;s=3bf78ce3f296865c1f0a74f1b9c552e5 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Flat Matte Coating<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Coating Specs: <\/strong>Lends a rich, finished appearance to stock without adding shine.<\/li><li><strong>Utensil Performance:<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Pen: <\/strong>Ink doesn\u2019t show up well and requires you to go over your writing multiple times. We do not recommend.<\/li><li><strong>Marker: <\/strong>Ink has a smooth writing feel and a slight bleed that gets between the stock fiber.<\/li><li><strong>Pencil: <\/strong>Lead has a smooth writing feel that sits on top of the stock.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/support\/specialty-features\/uv-coating-vs-laminate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Laminates<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"waypoint t-sink s-sink\" id=\"3-mil-gloss\">\n    \n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-3-Mil-Gloss-0045-2.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&ixlib=php-3.3.0&s=f5e8d95e2723c69ffe35881c5dfc49ec\" alt=\"A pen, pencil and marker written on paper stock with 3 mil gloss laminate.\" class=\"wp-image-30245\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-3-Mil-Gloss-0045-2.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=800&amp;s=6315b5c6df3cf1a11dd5cb52ea774d01 800w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-3-Mil-Gloss-0045-2.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=300&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=300&amp;s=15d0457a8e5ca4a52eb177784971458d 300w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-3-Mil-Gloss-0045-2.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=150&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=150&amp;s=ae419642e943219a0ed2f604e80eb19c 150w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-3-Mil-Gloss-0045-2.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=768&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=768&amp;s=e0254df40dc526c09dc266b4cad232f6 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3 Mil Gloss<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Laminate Specs: <\/strong>Provides exceptional depth with a high sheen and allows for maximum color saturation for photographic images.<\/li><li><strong>Utensil Performance:<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Pen: <\/strong>Ink doesn\u2019t show up well and requires you to go over your writing multiple times. We do not recommend.<\/li><li><strong>Marker: <\/strong>Ink has a smooth writing feel and sits on top of the stock with a shiny appearance.<\/li><li><strong>Pencil: <\/strong>Lead doesn\u2019t show up well and requires you to press hard when writing. We do not recommend.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"waypoint t-sink s-sink\" id=\"3-mil-matte\">\n    \n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-3-Mil-Matte-0001-2.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&ixlib=php-3.3.0&s=050e1e19805012f1f23890047a773a9a\" alt=\"A pen, pencil and marker written on paper stock with 3 mil matte laminate.\" class=\"wp-image-30248\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-3-Mil-Matte-0001-2.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=800&amp;s=9058d59988e938ac79fb7ed140bc1fd0 800w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-3-Mil-Matte-0001-2.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=300&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=300&amp;s=c4ba77b6a5cbb74df2dcd49d77610cdf 300w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-3-Mil-Matte-0001-2.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=150&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=150&amp;s=75e19627010d1f9be528d897f320ec93 150w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-3-Mil-Matte-0001-2.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=768&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=768&amp;s=23a5b641978a162af2a76feaeff191c2 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3 Mil Matte<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Laminate Specs: <\/strong>Creates a rich, subtle matte finished appearance.<\/li><li><strong>Utensil Performance:&nbsp;<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Pen: <\/strong>Ink doesn\u2019t show up well and requires you to go over your writing multiple times. We do not recommend.<\/li><li><strong>Marker: <\/strong>Ink has a smooth writing feel and sits on top of the stock with a shiny appearance.<\/li><li><strong>Pencil: <\/strong>Lead doesn\u2019t show up well and requires you to press hard when writing. We do not recommend.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"waypoint t-sink s-sink\" id=\"soft-touch-laminate\">\n    \n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Soft-Touch-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&ixlib=php-3.3.0&s=65d05e1ffd7c4b0db8c520959f184ff6\" alt=\"A pen, pencil and marker written on paper stock with Soft Touch laminate.\" class=\"wp-image-30249\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Soft-Touch-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=800&amp;s=3a4d04c7ddf7d7392bdf439d4a432db3 800w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Soft-Touch-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=300&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=300&amp;s=9b3bdc0f176307e9c83e5edb81ce1a12 300w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Soft-Touch-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=150&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=150&amp;s=88194df63ec419d16a4154418c69dde8 150w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Soft-Touch-0001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=768&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=768&amp;s=79c571e8a559413a2772beb73230d6d2 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/support\/specialty-features\/soft-touch-laminate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Soft Touch Laminate<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Laminate Specs: <\/strong>Matte appearance with a soft, suede-like feel to the touch.<\/li><li><strong>Utensil Performance:<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Pen: <\/strong>Ink has a smooth writing feel and sits on top of the stock.<\/li><li><strong>Marker: <\/strong>Ink has a smooth writing feel and sits on top of the stock with a shiny appearance.<\/li><li><strong>Pencil: <\/strong>Lead barely shows up and requires you to press hard when writing. We do not recommend.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/support\/specialty-features\/custom-foil-printing\">Foil Sleeking\u2122<\/a> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"waypoint t-sink s-sink\" id=\"foil\">\n    \n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Rose-Gold-Foil-0012.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&ixlib=php-3.3.0&s=05b8e8ffc6808d81f32dcb194bed1387\" alt=\"A pen, pencil and marker written on paper stock with rose gold foil printing.\" class=\"wp-image-30250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Rose-Gold-Foil-0012.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=800&amp;s=1c4c166a7673cc3933e17317c26e3b64 800w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Rose-Gold-Foil-0012.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=300&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=300&amp;s=bf02069a7cb99474f5e1746bc13fd84c 300w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Rose-Gold-Foil-0012.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=150&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=150&amp;s=cbbbf076ff0a5225660dde28145aded2 150w, https:\/\/smartpresssupport.imgix.net\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/WRITE-Rose-Gold-Foil-0012.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=768&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.0&amp;w=768&amp;s=e92713e583a879c7bf3685a6ffb245a6 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Foil<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Foil Colors: <\/strong>Gold (warm, golden glint), <a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/blog\/on-press\/introducing-rose-gold-foil-add-allure-to-print-marketing-more\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">rose gold<\/a> (soft pink-copper), silver (clean, modern shine) and holographic (iridescent with soft, watercolor shades of rainbow).<\/li><li><strong>Utensil Performance:&nbsp;<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Pen: <\/strong>Ink has a smooth writing feel and sits on top of the stock but doesn&#8217;t show up well. We do not recommend.<\/li><li><strong>Marker: <\/strong>Ink has a smooth writing feel and sits on top of the stock.<\/li><li><strong>Pencil: <\/strong>Lead doesn\u2019t show up well and requires you to press hard with writing. 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We do not recommend.<\/li><li><strong>Marker: <\/strong>Ink has a smooth writing feel and sits on top of the stock.<\/li><li><strong>Pencil: <\/strong>Lead doesn\u2019t show up well and requires you to press hard with writing. 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