Paper (we call it stock)

Paper Grain Direction

Whether you’re a Designer,  Printer, or in Bindery,  the grain direction of the paper being used is important to everyone.  It can be complicated to determine what the grain is, or even explain what it means, or to some it… Continue reading

How is Paper Made?

How is Paper Made?

by Ric with help from THE INTERNET

We all handle paper on a daily basis, although I’m sure here at Mission Stream we may handle a bit more of it than some other people. Regardless of… Continue reading

What's up with Bindery?

When it comes to printing, the design and the finished printed product are important. But what happens to a job after it’s printed on the machine, before it leaves a shop?

That’s where Bindery comes in. Bindery is adding the… Continue reading

A Little Something About Smooth Paper

Paper is one of our favourite things, perhaps explaining why we print for a living. Although this may sound strange to the layman, there’s nothing like the feel of a smooth sheet of quality stock. Different types of textures such as… Continue reading