Organization forces you to get tidy, find balance, and gain control over your life, which is something we’d wager everyone would want to have a taste of. When it comes to your papers and important documents, it’s important to store them neatly so you’ll know where everything is when you need it. And there’s no better way to organize your papers than using a black binder.
Binders are designed to keep a lot of sheets of paper organized and safe, which is why so many people choose to carry them long after their school days are over. And while black binders technically don’t protect papers better than other types of binders, they are a clean, professional-looking option that make things look even more neat and tidy.
If you’re in the market for a black binder, follow along to learn more about them.
What is the Best Size for a Black Binder?
Binders come in a lot of different sizes, ranging from ½” to 6”. These organization helpers are measured by the diameter of their rings, and they play a huge factor in the capacity of the binder. It is important to think about what the binder will be used for in order to determine what size is the best for you. If you ge a binder that is too small, all of your important information and documents might not fit and it could become hard to turn the pages without damaging them. Below is an estimate of how many standard thickness sheets of paper will fit in each size binder.
Black ½” binder holds 75 pages
Black 1” binder holds 200 pages
Black 1 ½” binder holds 300 pages
Black 2” binder holds 400 pages
Black 3” binder holds 550 pages
Black 4” binder holds 750 pages
Black 5” binder holds 850 pages
What Features Should I Look for in a Black Ring Binder?
There are many brands and styles of black binders to choose from and knowing which features you like in a ring binder will make your decision easier when choosing the best one.
- Plastic sleeves - A plastic sleeve wrapped around the outside of the black ring binder is perfect if you would like to slide papers or documents into the sleeve to be visible on the outside of your binder.
- Pockets - Pockets inside or outside of the binder are great for holding pens, paper clips, or storing papers that you frequently pull in and out of the binder.
- Zipper binders - Black zipper binders are ideal for those looking to combine the storage of a binder with the efficiency of a briefcase. Zipper binders often have handles for easy carrying, include more room for storing school or work supplies, and zip up around the binder for protection.
- Label holders - If you plan on displaying your binders on a shelf, having a label holder on the edge of the binder where you can slip in a tag or label is key.
How Can I Keep My Black Binders Organized?
Whether you are using your black binder for school, work, or sheet music, organizing your black ring binder is crucial. Buying some dividers and labels is the best way to organize any binder. You can even color code each divided section to keep track of where each document is.