Envelope Buying Guide

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Envelopes and Sizing 

Choose from a variety of sizes and formats, popular sizes include:

DL size       110 x 220 mm

Holds an A4 sheet folded twice or an A5 sheet folded once.

C5 size        229 x 162 mm

Holds an A4 sheet folded once, or an A5 sheet unfolded. Ideal for larger greeting cards.

C4 size        324 x 229 mm

Holds an A4 sheet unfolded.  This size is primarily used for documents required to stay straight, such as brochures, tenders or certificates.

 Standard orientations

Pocket        Flap on the short edge

Wallet         Flap on the long edge                                          

Other formats

Boardback

For items you don’t wish to bend, crease, or fold.

Gusset

Expendable envelopes, ideal for sending bulky items.

Padded & Bubble Lined

Ideal for posting fragile items

Letter

max 240 mm, max 5 mm, max 165 mm                 max weight: 100 g

Large letter

max 250 mm, max 25 mm, max 353 mm               max weight: 750 g

Small parcel

max 350 mm, max 450 mm, max 160 mm              max weight: 2 kg

Colors

Most envelopes come in TWO COLOURS;

White and Manilla

White           Heavy-weight, smooth, high-white.        

Manilla         Heavy-weight, strong, Manilla.

 Type of Seals

Gummed       Moisten flap to seal

Self-seal        Press for quick seal. Short shelf life.

Peel & Seal    Remove strip to seal. Longer shelf life.

Peel & Seal    Exceptionally strong and secure seal. Longer shelf life.

ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS

Is there a simple way to figure out which envelope size I need?

Yes, there is. If, for example, you have an A4-sized document, you’ll need to get your hands on a C4-sized envelope. In short, you only have to switch the A for the C and you’ll have successfully figured out what you need.

       What is a DL envelope?

This envelope is designed to fit an A-4 letter, folded into thirds; this is also the envelope size most commonly used for business letters.

What quality do I require?

Choose from 70 gsm (light-weight) to 130 gsm (heavy-weight) papers.

Heavy-weight papers are stronger and, when coupled with a smooth finish, helps deliver the right first impression to the recipient.

Do I need a window?

Window envelopes are useful for bulk mailing, invoices and statements where the recipients’ address is automatically printed on the document. The size and position of the window is always described with the flap upwards.