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The term “bond paper” gets its name from the late 1800s when this durable paper was used in the creation of government bonds and other official documents. Today, bond paper is used to print much more than government bonds, but the name remains. Learn more about bonded paper and its uses below.
What Is Bond Paper?
Bond paper is a type of thick, durable paper that includes cotton rag fiber, which makes it more substantial than the commonly used printer paper that is made solely of wood pulp. Plain bond paper can be used in both inkjet printers and laser printers, and can serve a variety of purposes. Many people use it for handwritten notes or to draw or paint on thanks to its thickness, which prevents bleed-through. Bond paper is also commonly used for business letterheads and stationery, as well as still being relied on for government bonds and important documents. Bond paper can easily be watermarked for business purposes.
What Varieties of Bond Paper Are Available?
There are different varieties of bond paper based on your needs. Learn about the most common options below.
Bright Bond Paper
Brightness refers to the amount of light the paper reflects. Paper brightness is determined on a 0 to 100 scale, with 100 being the brightest. The higher the paper’s brightness, the more contrast there will be with dark inks. A high contrast gives printed documents a bold, crisp look, which many find preferable, especially in business environments. Staples offers brightness levels ranging from 84 to 100, so you’re sure to find a bond paper brightness that suits your needs.
Recycled Bond Paper
Staples also carries several options for recycled bond paper. Recycled bond paper is made of recycled materials and can be recycled again. This option is more environmentally friendly, which is great to consider if you use high volumes of paper. Businesses, schools and other organizations that print frequently may want to choose this option to reduce their environmental impact.
Hole-Punched Bond Paper
Bond paper can also be hole-punched. This can be for everyday use, but is particularly helpful in medical environments or for inventory purposes thanks to how easy it is to sort into 3 ring binders. Hole-punched bond paper is suitable for use in printers and copiers and is simple to load into these trays.
Colored and White Bond Paper
Most bond paper comes in a white or off-white option, but there are colored bond paper options available. Staples carries bond sheet packs of assorted colors, such as blue, green, yellow, purple, pink, orange and more. Packs with assorted colors can be helpful when printing marketing materials such as flyers or for craft projects.