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If you would like to apply for a credit line with Riverside Graphics, please complete a credit application; submit it by fax to 312.372.7233. Please make sure you include a fax number for your listed trade and bank references. Once approved you will have a line of credit payable within 30 days of invoicing, also payable by check (Net 30 Days).
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Paper Grades and Weights
Paper Grades
Bond
Usually reserved for letterheads, business forms and quick printing jobs.
Uncoated/Offset
The most common sheet for offset printing, offering a smooth, non-glossy look.
Coated
A glossy sheet that yields vivid colors and excellent reproduction.
Paper Weights
Bond
Usually 16# for forms, 20# for copying and 24# for stationary.
Text
Ranges in weight from 60# to 100#, but the most common weights are 70# and 80#.
Offset
Usually a 70# or 80# stock.
Cover
Available in 65#, 80#, 100#, 110# and #130 weights.
Envelopes
Commercial/Regular
Commercial/Regular envelopes are used for business correspondence.
| Common Sizes | Dimensions | |
| 9 | 3.857" x 8.875" | |
| 10 | 4.125" x 9.5" | |
| 11 | 4.5" x 10.375" | |
| 12 | 4.75" x 11" | |
| 14 | 5"x 11.5" |
Window
Window envelopes are used primarily for statements, checks and invoices. Standard window size is 4 1/2"W x 1 1/8"H. Standard window location is 7/8" from the left and 1/2" from the bottom.
| Size | Dimensions | Standard Size Window | Standard Position From | ||
| Side | Bottom | ||||
| 9 | 3.875" x 8.875" | 1.125" x 4.5" | .875" (Left) | .5" | |
| 10 | 4.125" x 9.5" | 1.125" x 4.5" | .875" (Left) | .5" | |
| Right 10 | 4.125" x 9.5" | 1.125" x 4.5" | .875" (Right) | .5" | |
Baronial & Social
Baronial and Social envelopes are a more formal open-side envelope with a deep, pointed flap. They are often used for invitations, greeting cards, announcements, etc.
| Common Sizes | Dimensions | |
| 4 | 3.625" x 5.125" | |
| 5 | 4.125" x 5.5" | |
| Astor | 3.625" x 5.625" | |
| 5.5 | 4.375" x 5.75" | |
| 6 | 4.75" x 6.5" | |
| Lee | 5.25" x 7.25" |
A-Style
A-Style envelopes are a more formal open-side envelope with a straight flap. They are often used for invitations, greeting cards, announcements, etc.
| Common Sizes | Dimensions | |
| A-2 | 4.375" x 5.75" | |
| A-6 | 4.75" x 6.5" | |
| A-7 | 5.25" x 7.25" | |
| A-8 | 5.5" x 7.25" | |
| A-9 | 5.75" 8.75" | |
| A-10 | 6" x 9.5" |
Booklet Envelopes
Booklet, open-side envelopes are ideal for direct mail.
| Common Sizes | Dimensions | |
| 6 1/2 | 6" x 9" | |
| 7 1/4 | 7" x 10" | |
| 7 1/2 | 7.5" x 10.5" | |
| 9 | 8.75" x 11.5" | |
| 9 1/2 | 9" x 12" | |
| 10 | 9.5" x 12.625" | |
| 13 | 10" x 13" |
Catalog Envelopes
Open-end or Catalog envelopes are used for mailing catalogs, reports, booklets and magazines.
| Common Sizes | Dimensions | |
| 1 | 6" x 9" | |
| 1 3/4 | 7" x 10" | |
| 10 1/2 | 7.5" x 10.5" | |
| 13 1/2 | 8.75" x 11.5" |