Mohawk Fine Papers Inc.465 Saratoga StreetCohoes, New York 120471 800 the millwww.mohawkpaper.com
Mohawk is North America’s largest privately ownedmanufacturer of fine papers and envelopes forcommercial and digital printing. Signature brandsinclude Mohawk Superfine,® Strathmore,® Inxwell,® andproprietary i-Tone® for HP Indigo. Mohawk papers arechosen for commercial printing, photo specialties andhigh-end direct mail. Products and samples areavailable through leading paper distributors and atmohawkpaperstore.com.
The company is leveraging connections in the digital,design and photo space to develop new tech offerings:Mohawk Maestro, a software solution for professionalphotographers and labs; Pinhole Press is a newconsumer-facing photo brand; Felt and Wire Shop is an on-line marketplace for social stationery, posters,and prints.
This third-generation, family-owned business andcertified Women-Owned Business Enterprise isconstantly renewing its commitment to environmentalstewardship. As the first U.S. manufacturer ofcommercial printing papers to match 100% of itselectricity with windpower renewable energy creditsand the first U.S. premium paper mill to shift towardcarbon neutral production, its portfolio of recycledpapers certified by Green Seal and the ForestStewardship Council’s (FSC) standards, continues togrow along with the rest of the company.
FSC certification ensures responsible use of forest resources.©1996 Forest Stewardship Council A.C. SW-COC-000668, FSC C002350
May 2011
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New from Mohawk Fine Papers Superfine Baronial and Square Envelopes
Opaque Machine-Insertable EnvelopesMohawk Black Vellum Envelopes
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productionCovers Mohawk Superfine, Smooth, Ultrawhite 100dtc/270 gsm. Printed four-color process, match blue, match yellow, with spot dull varnish. UV inks.
Text Mohawk Superfine, Smooth, Ultrawhite 100t/148 gsm.Printed four-color process, match blue, with spot dullvarnish. UV inks.
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creditsDesign: Aurora Design, Niskayuna, NYCover Photography: Mark McCarty, Cropseyville, NYText Photography: Felix Photography, Troy, NYPrinting: Geographics, Atlanta, GA SW-COC-002389 Beckett,® Beckett Cambric,® Beckett Expression,® Beckett Ridge,® BriteHue,TMCarnival,® Concept,® Enhance,® Grandee,® i-Tone,TM Mohawk,® MohawkSuperfine,® Mohawk Opaque,TM Mohawk Loop,® Navajo,® Options,® Pastelle,®Pegasus,® Skytone,® Solutions,® Strathmore,® Strathmore Bond,® StrathmoreWriting,® Strathmore Elements,® Strathmore Pure Cotton,TM Strathmore Script,TMStrathmore Writing Cover Bristol,TM Synergy,® Ultrafelt,® Via,® Via Felt,TM ViaSatin,TM Via Smooth,TM Via Vellum,TM Via Linen,TM Via Laid,TM Via 25% Cotton,TMand the corporate logo are proprietary trademarks of Mohawk Fine Papers Inc.
Search by grade for real time availability at mohawkpaperstore.com.
For a complete envelope stock guide visitmohawkpaper.com/envelopes.
Mohawk Fine Papers offers the world’s largestcollection of premium papers and envelopes with superior environmental attributes. Within theline, you can find beautiful papers made with 100% post consumer waste fiber, FSC-certified®
papers, Green Seal-certified papers, carbon-neutralpapers, and process-chlorine free papers in avariety of shades, textures, and price points. Inaddition, the electricity used to manufacture allpapers made and marketed by Mohawk is matchedby Green-e certified windpower RECs. Ask yoursalesperson for a swatchbook, or go tomohawkpaperstore.com and try our new paperselection tools to help hone in on exactly the rightpaper for your project. Then come back here to find the perfect complementary envelope.
Beckett Cambric . . . . . . . . . . . 3Beckett Concept . . . . . . . . . . . 4Beckett Enhance. . . . . . . . . . . 4Beckett Expression . . . . . . . . . 5Beckett Ridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Mohawk Black Vellum. . . . . . . 7Mohawk BriteHue . . . . . . . . . . 7Mohawk Carnival . . . . . . . . . . 8Mohawk Loop . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Mohawk Navajo . . . . . . . . . . 12Mohawk Opaque. . . . . . . . . . 14Mohawk Options . . . . . . . . . . 15
Mohawk Pegasus . . . . . . . . . 15Mohawk Skytone . . . . . . . . . 16Mohawk Solutions. . . . . . . . . 17Mohawk Superfine . . . . . . . . 20Mohawk Ultrafelt . . . . . . . . . 21Mohawk Via . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Strathmore Bond . . . . . . . . . 24Strathmore Elements . . . . . . 24Strathmore Grandee . . . . . . . 26Strathmore Pastelle . . . . . . . 26Strathmore Pure Cotton . . . . 27Strathmore Script . . . . . . . . . 28
Strathmore Writing . . . . . . . . 30Envelope resources. . . . . . . . 31Glossary of terms . . . . . . . . . 43Mohawk packaging . . . . . . . . 48
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The Mohawk papers you love, in the distinctivepatterns, textures, and shades you love, nowavailable as premium envelopes directly from
Mohawk. Mohawk brings the technical know-how,customer service and distribution acumen you
expect to a new realm of the industry.
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Mohawk Fine Papers offers an extensive collection of premium envelopes available forimmediate shipment.
It’s now easier than ever to find paper withmatching envelopes to fit any need—fromStrathmore Pure Cotton for the most elegantstationery, to environmentally preferableMohawk Loop, to BriteHue Ultra Pink for a fun and economical mailer.
Over 1,400 envelope items are stocked inMohawk’s four regional distribution centersproviding next-day delivery to most areas ofthe country through our merchant partners.Designers, printers, and end users can selectfrom Mohawk’s diverse palette of rich colors,fibered shades, and distinctive textures in the most popular sizes—including #10,monarch, #9, 6.75, A2, A6, A7, A8, A10, and 9 x 12 booklets.
Non-stocked envelopes are available forconverting and shipment within verycompetitive lead times. Custom envelopes can be manufactured from any Mohawk paper,in any standard or special size. Or for theultimate expression of your brand, order yourown unique shade of paper. Mohawk’s state-of-the-art custom color system makes colormatching efficient, affordable, faster, and with lower minimums than ever before.Contact your Mohawk merchant or Mohawkrepresentative for more information or visitmohawkpaper.com/envelopes.
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stocked items 3-10 day turn around check availability at mohawkpaperstore.com Additional items can be special ordered. Contact your merchant or 1 800 the mill for details.See mohawkpaper.com/envelopes for information and a complete envelope stock guide.
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Platinum White
Arctic
White
Colonial White
100% PC White
Azure
Blue Heather
Cameo
Cream Heather
Frost
Green Heather
India
Mahogany
Palmetto
White Heather
Linen
Beckett Cambric
Delicately embossed linen finish with an energized palette, and subtle fibered shades. FSC certified. 30% and 100% pcwchoices. Made carbon neutral.> commercial envelopes in 24 writing
> announcement and booklet envelopes in 70 and 80 text
> #10 envelopes in writing and text
10 com
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RadianceCandlelightDesert HazeGlacierGlacier MistSage GrassSand StoneSea Spray
Vellum
Beckett Concept
Luxurious vellum finish with an environmentally inspiredpalette. FSC-certified and made carbon neutral. 100% pcw choices.> commercial envelopes in 24 writing
> announcement and booklet envelopes in 70 text
> #10 envelopes in writing and text
ArcticWhiteColonial White
Silk
Beckett Enhance
Unique embossed silk texture provides even-sided tactileappeal. Stocked in a variety of whites. FSC-certified and made carbon neutral. 30% pcw Cameo.> commercial envelopes in 24 writing
> announcement and booklet envelopes in 70 and 80 text
> #10 envelopes in writing and text (White in text only)
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Additional items can be special ordered. Contact your merchant or 1 800 the mill for details.See mohawkpaper.com/envelopes for information and a complete envelope stock guide.
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RadianceIcebergSnowLunarCandlelightAlabasterAsterChamomileEucalyptusGrainLotusPrairie
Super Smooth
Beckett Expression
Super smooth surface. Features superior print quality, abeautiful pastel palette and a flawless environmental pedigree.FSC-certified and made carbon neutral. 30% pcw choices.> commercial envelopes in 24 writing
> announcement and booklet envelopes in 70 text
> #10 envelopes in writing and text (Aster, Chamomile, and Eucalyptus are 70 text only)
ArcticRidge
Beckett Ridge
Distinctive, deeply embossed linear pattern. FSC-certified andmade carbon neutral. > 80 text
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Mohawk has over 1,300 envelope items (85 million envelopes) instock and ready for immediate shipment. Save time and money byusing standard sizes. For best results, the envelope should be atleast .25 inches longer than the longest insert. Recommended
clearance from top to bottom is no less than .25 inches. See page 33 for handy envelope and enclosure size charts.
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stocked items 3-10 day turn around check availability at mohawkpaperstore.com. Additional items can be special ordered. Contact your merchant or 1 800 the mill for details.See mohawkpaper.com/envelopes for information and a complete envelope stock guide.
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BlueGoldGreenLime GreenMeadow GreenOrangeRedSea BlueSun YellowUltra FuchsiaUltra GrapeUltra LavaUltra LemonUltra LimeUltra OrangeUltra PinkVioletYellow
Vellum
Mohawk BriteHue
Fluorescent day-glo colors that demand immediate attention.30% pcw choices.> 60 text
BlackVellum
Mohawk Black Vellum
Deep Black vellum envelopes in a full range of sizes including#10 policy and 6.5 square. 30% pcw.> 70 text
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Stellar WhiteWhiteSoft WhiteIvoryBlueCartonCocoLandMossNew BlackPineRedSkyYellow
Stellar WhiteIvory
Vellum
Vertical
WhiteSoft WhiteIvory
Stellar WhiteWhite
Stellar WhiteWhiteSoft WhiteIvory
Stellar WhiteWhiteIvoryPorcelain
Felt
Mohawk Carnival
Quintessential colors and finishes make Carnival ideal forevery job. A comprehensive collection of rich colors and whiteshades for demanding print projects. 30% pcw (except StellarWhite and Porcelain).> linen and smooth commercial envelopes in 24 writing
> announcement and booklet envelopes in text weights
> linen, smooth, and vellum #10 envelopes in writing and text weights
> felt text weights only
Groove
Linen
Smooth
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BirchBlackChalkChiliCocoCypressFossilHuskIrisJuteKraftMangoMilkweedSnowStrawThai GoldUrban Gray
Pure WhiteWhiteBlackChiliCocoCypressGingerGraniteGypsumIrisIvoryMangoNaturalPumiceSageSandstoneTalcUrban Gray
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Antique Vellum
Mohawk Loop
The broadest array of high postconsumer waste fiber papersin the industry. Diverse and beautiful with exceptional printperformance. FSC-certified and made carbon neutral. 100%, 50%, and 30% pcw choices.> commercial envelopes in writing weights
> announcement and booklet envelopes in text weights
> #10 envelopes in writing and text weights
> 25% cotton items in 20 and 24 writing weights
> antique vellum and feltmark in 80 text
Feltmark
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Eco WhiteEco Cream
Eco WhiteEco Cream
Eco WhiteEco Cream
Pure WhiteWhiteGrayIvoryNaturalRestful Blue
Pure WhiteWhiteCitrus GreenGrayIvoryNaturalRestful Blue
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Inxwell Super Smooth
Inxwell Vellum
Inxwell Vertical
Laid
Linen
Mohawk Loop
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stocked items 3-10 day turn around check availability at mohawkpaperstore.com.
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Additional items can be special ordered. Contact your merchant or 1 800 the mill for details.See mohawkpaper.com/envelopes for information and a complete envelope stock guide.
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Pure WhiteWhiteBirchChiliCitrus GreenCypressGingerGraniteGrayGypsumIvoryMangoMilkweedPumiceRestful BlueRose QuartzSageSandstoneSnowTalcThai Gold
Pure WhiteWhiteNatural
Smooth
25% Cotton Light Cockle
Pure WhiteWhite
25% Cotton Smooth
Mohawk Loop
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Brilliant WhiteSmooth
Mohawk Navajo
The brightest, smoothest uncoated paper available made withMohawk’s proprietary Inxwell process. 20% pcw.> commercial envelopes in writing weights
> announcement and booklet envelopes in text weights
> #10 envelopes in writing and text weights
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Venture beyond white wove envelopes. Now it’s easier thanever to get Mohawk Loop Chili A2s or BriteHue Yellow
booklets. Just visit mohawkpaper.com/envelopes for envelopetemplates, a complete envelope stock guide, or to order
envelopes by the 10-pack, box, and carton.
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White Cream
White
Smooth
Vellum
Mohawk Opaque
Available in smooth and vellum finishes, this reliable pressperformer balances cost, and new 96-bright visual appeal.10% pcw.> 60 and 70 text
White
We cannot guarantee that our envelopes will work on aspecific inserter due to the number and variety of differentinserters on the market. We suggest that you requestsamples for testing.
Vellum
Mohawk Opaque machine insertable
Mohawk Opaque machine-insertable envelopes featuretradition A-style flaps with the insertability features of abooklet style envelope. > unique A-style square flap
> Opaque Vellum White 70 text
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A2 insertab
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A6 insertab
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A9 insertab
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Additional items can be special ordered. Contact your merchant or 1 800 the mill for details.See mohawkpaper.com/envelopes for information and a complete envelope stock guide.
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Crystal WhiteTrue White 96100% PC WhiteBright WhiteMarble WhiteWarm White100% PC Cool White100% PC Cream White
Crystal WhiteTrue White 96100% PC White
Smooth
Vellum
Mohawk Options
The look and feel of traditional uncoated papers withMohawk’s proprietary Inxwell process for unusually high ink holdout and exceptional opacity. FSC-certified with 100% pcw choices.> 70 text
Brilliant WhiteMuseum White
Brilliant WhiteMidnight Black
Smooth
Vellum
Mohawk Pegasus
Elegant collection of premium writing and text including MidnightBlack, in smooth and vellum finishes. 30% pcw choices.> 70 text
> smooth #10 envelopes in 24 writing
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New WhiteVellum
Mohawk Skytone
Evoking the feel of authentic parchment with a robust colorpalette. FSC-certified and 30% pcw.> 60 text
AgedBrownNaturalNatural CreamNew BluestoneNew ChampagneNew Pink IceNew Smoke GrayPewterSagebrushSpring Green
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Additional items can be special ordered. Contact your merchant or 1 800 the mill for details.See mohawkpaper.com/envelopes for information and a complete envelope stock guide.
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Carrara WhiteWhiteRecycled WhiteSoft WhiteBlue IceGrayIvoryNatural
Carrara WhiteWhiteRecycled WhiteSoft WhiteAshBlue IceGrayIvoryNatural
Carrara WhiteWhiteRecycled WhiteSoft WhiteAshBlue IceFlannelGrayIvoryLambswoolMirandaNaturalParchmentPepper
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Feltweave
Linen
Smooth
Mohawk Solutions
Value-priced writing and text in a full range of finishes and shades including whites, pale neutrals, and fibers. FSC-certified with 100% and 30% pcw choices. > commercial envelopes in writing weights
> announcement and booklet envelopes in text weights
> #10 envelopes in writing and text weights
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The look, feel, and color of an envelope can improve responserates, present a particular image, or evoke a desired emotion.When designing an envelope consider the printing process, color,texture, recycled content, and paper weight to eliminate show-through and minimize mailing costs, budget, deadline, and if the
perception of quality is important to the intended audience.
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stocked items 3-10 day turn around check availability at mohawkpaperstore.comAdditional items can be special ordered. Contact your merchant or 1 800 the mill for details.See mohawkpaper.com/envelopes for information and a complete envelope stock guide.
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Carrara WhiteSuper Smooth
Vellum
25% Cotton Cockle
25% Cotton Vellum
Mohawk Solutions
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Recycled WhiteSoft White
Carrara WhiteWhiteRecycled WhiteNatural
White
White
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UltrawhiteEggshell
Smooth
Mohawk Superfine
Refined text and cover paper. The first choice for prestigiouscommunications. Three perfectly tuned white shades and acomprehensive selection of weights. FSC certified.> commercial envelopes in writing weights
> announcement and booklet envelopes in text weights
> #10 envelopes in writing and text weights
WhiteSoftwhite
UltrawhiteWhiteSoftwhite
UltrawhiteSmooth
NEW Mohawk Superfine products
Legendary Mohawk Superfine is now stocked in an even widerrange of envelope sizes--including twelve popular baronial andsquare envelopes, and foil-lined A-style announcements> Ultrawhite Smooth text weight
> six foil-lined choices
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Additional items can be special ordered. Contact your merchant or 1 800 the mill for details.See mohawkpaper.com/envelopes for information and a complete envelope stock guide.
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Cool WhiteSoftwhiteWarm WhiteDove Gray
Premium Felt
Mohawk Ultrafelt
Even-sided premium felt finish available with a broad, featherydeckle-edge. 30% pcw.> 80 text
> deckle edge on #10 square flap and announcements
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Pure WhiteFelt
Laid
Linen
Satin
Mohawk Via
An economical portfolio of popular finishes—smooth, linen, felt,vellum, satin, laid, and 25% cotton—and a fresh color palette.FSC-certified 100% PC Cool White. 30% pcw choices.> commercial envelopes in writing weights
> announcement and booklet envelopes in text weights
> #10 envelopes in writing and text weights
> 25% cotton items in 24 writing
Bright WhiteCool White100% PC Cool WhiteCream WhiteWarm WhiteIvoryNatural
Pure WhiteBright WhiteIvoryLight BlueLight GrayNatural
Pure WhiteBright White100% PC Cool WhiteIvoryLight BlueLight GrayNaturalSoft CreamSunflower
Pure White
Blue WhiteBright WhiteRadiant WhiteCream WhiteWarm White
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Additional items can be special ordered. Contact your merchant or 1 800 the mill for details.See mohawkpaper.com/envelopes for information and a complete envelope stock guide.
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Pure WhiteBright WhiteBright White Fiber100% PC Cool WhiteWarm WhiteIvoryLight BlueLight Blue FiberLight GrayLight GreenLight PinkNaturalNatural FiberPowder BlueWillow
Pure WhiteBright WhiteRadiant WhiteCool WhiteCream WhiteWarm WhiteFlaxIvoryJuteKraftMarigoldPeriwinkleSunflowerTanWillow
Bright White
Bright WhiteNatural
Smooth
Vellum
25% Cotton Light Cockle
25% Cotton Smooth
Mohawk Via
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Fluorescent WhiteWove
Strathmore Bond
The industry standard for 25% cotton bond for business andpersonal correspondence. Fluorescent White 24 writing.
Ultimate White
Lines
Solids
Strathmore Elements
Innovative super smooth paper in three solid whites and aunique linear pattern. 20% pcw choices.> 70 text
Bright WhiteSoft White
Ultimate WhiteBright WhiteSoft White
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Mohawk now converts custom envelopes. When having anenvelope quoted, remember to specify paper grade, finish,shade, basis weight, size, delivery date, quantity, packaging
requirements, and any special requests such as windowplacements, non-standard glue placement, flap style, seam
style, or return address printing and placement.
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True WhiteBright WhiteWhiteBlackIvoryNaturalSmoke Gray
Felt
Strathmore Grandee
Quintessential richly textured authentic felt finish with a dandy roll pattern. 20% pcw choices.> 80 text
10 com
mercial flap
10 squ
are fla
p
10 windo
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mon
arch
squ
are
9 co
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6.75
A2
A6
A7
A8
A10
9.5 bo
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Bright WhiteFluorescent WhiteNatural White
Felt
Strathmore Pastelle
Subtle felt finish with a deckle edge in three whites. Especially suited for social correspondence, invitations, andhigh-end communications.> 80 text
> deckle-edge on square flaps and A size envelopes
> square flap monarch envelopes
10 com
mercial flap
10 squ
are fla
p
10 windo
w
mon
arch
9 co
mmercial flap
6.75
A2
A6
A7
A8
A10
9.5 bo
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Additional items can be special ordered. Contact your merchant or 1 800 the mill for details.See mohawkpaper.com/envelopes for information and a complete envelope stock guide.
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Ultimate WhiteWove
Strathmore Pure Cotton
Premium correspondence paper with 100% cotton fiber in aluxurious wove finish. The elegant choice for executive stationerywith authoritative crispness and unparalleled strength andpermanence. Made carbon neutral.> 24 writing
> commercial and square flap monarch envelopes
Bright WhiteSoft WhiteNatural White
10 com
mercial flap
10 squ
are fla
p
10 windo
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mon
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squ
are/commercial
9 co
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6.75
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Ultimate WhiteBright WhiteSoft WhiteNatural White
Ultimate WhiteBright WhiteBlue HeatherGreen HeatherNatural WhiteSoft AquaWhite Heather100% PC Cream White100% PC White
Platinum WhiteUltimate WhiteBright WhiteSoft WhiteBlue HeatherNatural WhiteSoft AquaSoft Cream100% PC Cream White100% PC White
Pinstripe
Pinstripe Laid
Smooth
Strathmore Script
With a beautiful palette of soft, contemporary colors, andpinstripe and pinstripe laid options, Strathmore Script isinformal and upscale. Available with, or without, a watermark.FSC-certified 100% pcw choices. Made carbon neutral.> commercial envelopes in 24 writing
> announcement and booklet envelopes in text weights
> #10 envelopes in writing and text weights
> select pinstripe small announcement envelopes in 24 writing
stocked items 3-10 day turn around check availability at mohawkpaperstore.comAdditional items can be special ordered. Contact your merchant or 1 800 the mill for details.See mohawkpaper.com/envelopes for information and a complete envelope stock guide.
10 com
mercial flap
10 squ
are fla
p
10 windo
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mon
arch
9 co
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6.75
A2
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The Domestic Mail Manual provides a comprehensive list of business mailing requirements including bar coding,
graphic restrictions, acceptable areas to place the address, andmandatory unprinted zones. Order the manual or view the
latest envelope design requirements online at usps.com.
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stocked items 3-10 day turn around check availability at mohawkpaperstore.comAdditional items can be special ordered. Contact your merchant or 1 800 the mill for details.See mohawkpaper.com/envelopes for information and a complete envelope stock guide.
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Ultimate WhiteLaid
Wove
Strathmore Writing
The first choice for business correspondence. StrathmoreWriting with 25% cotton has a crisp, formal feel and isavailable in laid and wove finishes. Available with, or without, a watermark. 30% pcw choices, and made carbon neutral.> commercial envelopes in 24 writing
> announcement and booklet envelopes in text weights
> #10 envelopes in writing and text weights
> select pinstripe small announcement envelopes in 24 writing
> monarch envelopes available with commercial and square flap
> new pressure-sensitive seal #10 envelopes
Bright WhiteSoft WhiteIvoryNatural WhiteSoft BlueSoft Gray
Platinum WhiteUltimate WhitePearl WhiteBright WhiteRecycled Bright WhiteSoft WhiteBright White BlendIvoryNatural WhiteNatural White BlendSoft BlueSoft GraySoft White Blend
10 com
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10 squ
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10 pressure-sensitive sea
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Anatomy of an envelope
Envelopes can be manufactured in an almost endless number of sizes andshapes. It is important to specify how the envelope should open foraesthetic reasons as well as for functional considerations. Someconstructions are suitable for laser and machine inserting applications;others should be tested first. Almost all envelopes stem from two basicconstructions: they are either open side or open end.
Open end envelopes have the opening and seal flap on the shortdimension. Open end envelopes are well-suited to hand insertionapplications. Larger, open end envelopes are also called catalog envelopes.
Open side envelopes have the opening and seal flap on the long dimension.Open side envelopes are ideal for automatic insertion applications and well-suited for hand insertion applications, as well.
When machine inserting envelope contents it is critical that you choose anenvelope that is compatible with the inserting equipment that will be used.Each inserting machine manufacturer provides specifications for the styleand type of envelope which will perform well on their equipment. Werecommend contacting your preferred mail house prior to ordering yourenvelopes to determine whether the contents of your envelope arecompatible with their inserting machinery.
How to measure an envelope
> always measure an envelope with the flap side up
> envelope size is always stated in inches with the shortest dimension first
> the overall size is measured from the top fold to the bottom fold andfrom one side fold to the other
> flap width is measured from the top fold score line to the tip of the flap
> seal gum is measured from the top of the seal flap to where the gum line stops
> throat depth is measured from the top fold score line to the lowest pointon the bottom flap
> side flap is measured from the side fold to its farthest point at theenvelope center.
OPEN END
OPEN SIDE
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Envelope construction
Flap styles
SEAL GUM
POINTED
SQUARE
WALLET
COMMERCIAL
SEAL FLAP
THROAT
SHOULDER
SIDE FLAP
FRONT OR FACE
BOTTOM FLAP
Seam styles
SIDE SEAMS
DIAGONAL SEAMS
CENTER SEAM
SINGLE SIDE SEAM
SIDE SEAMS
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Commercial flapFor a variety of business and personal correspondence, including invoices, statements, stationery, and direct mailings.
ENVELOPE SIZE ENCLOSURE
6.25 3.5 x 6 3.25 x 5.756.75 3.625 x 6.5 3.5 x 6.258.625 3.625 x 8.625 3.5 x 8.3257 3.75 x 6.75 3.5 x 6.57.75 3.875 x 7.5 3.75 x 7.25monarch 3.875 x 7.5 3.75 x 7.259 3.875 x 8.875 3.75 x 8.62510 4.125 x 9.5 4 x 9.2511 4.5 x 10.375 4.25 x 10.12512 4.75 x 11 4.5 x 10.7514 5 x 11.5 4.75 x 11.25
6.75 COMMERCIAL FLAP MONARCH COMMERCIAL FLAP 9 COMMERCIAL FLAP
10 COMMERCIAL FLAP 10 COMMERCIAL FLAP/WINDOW
Square flapContemporary flap style that adds a touch of elegance to any business correspondence. Particularly popular as part of an executive stationery suite.
ENVELOPE SIZE ENCLOSURE
monarch 3.875 x 7.5 3.75 x 7.259 3.875 x 8.875 3.75 x 8.62510 4.125 x 9.5 4 x 9.25
MONARCH SQUARE FLAP 10 SQUARE FLAP
PolicyCenter seam with open end construction.
ENVELOPE SIZE ENCLOSURE
10 4.125 x 9.5 4 x 9.25
10 POLICY
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A-style announcementFor invitations, notecards, small booklets, and promotional pieces and, more recently, for distinctive business stationery. This style envelope is enhanced by the use of text paper.
ENVELOPE SIZE ENCLOSURE
A2 4.375 x 5.75 4.25 x 5.5A6 4.75 x 6.5 4.625 x 6.25A7 5.25 x 7.25 5.125 x 7A8 5.5 x 8.125 5.375 x 7.875A9 5.75 x 8.75 5.625 x 8.625A10 6 x 9.5 5.875 x 9.25
A2 A6 A7
A8 A9
A10
Machine InsertableTraditional A-style envelope with the machine insertability features of abooklet style envelope. For bulk mail and direct marketing campaigns.
We cannot guarantee that our envelopes will work on a specific inserterdue to the number and variety of different inserters on the market. Wesuggest that you request samples for testing.
ENVELOPE SIZE ENCLOSURE
A2 4.375 x 5.75 4.25 x 5.5A6 4.75 x 6.5 4.625 x 6.25A7 5.25 x 7.25 5.125 x 7A8 5.5 x 8.125 5.375 x 7.875A9 5.75 x 8.75 5.625 x 8.625A10 6 x 9.5 5.875 x 9.25
A2 A6 A7
A8 A9
A10
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Baronial announcementDeep pointed flap used for formal announcements and invitations.
ENVELOPE SIZE ENCLOSURE
4 3.625 x 5.125 3.5 x 4.8755 4.125 x 5.625 4 x 5.255.5 4.375 x 5.75 4.25 x 5.56 4.75 x 6.5 4.625 x 6.25lee 5.25 x 7.25 5.125 x 7
Announcement size comparisonA2 = 5.5 baronialA6 = 6 baronialA7 = lee
4 BARONIAL
LEE
5 BARONIAL
5.5 BARONIAL
6 BARONIAL
BookletFor annual reports, brochures, sales literature, and a variety of printed material. Can be used in volume mailings processed by inserting and sealing equipment.
ENVELOPE SIZE ENCLOSURE
3 4.75 x 6.5 4.5 x 64.5 5.5 x 7.5 5.25 x 75 5.5 x 8.125 5.25 x 7.6256 5.75 x 8.875 5.5 x 8.3256.5 6 x 9 5.75 x 8.56.625 6 x 9.5 5.75 x 96.75 6.5 x 9.5 6.25 x 97.25 7 x 10 6.75 x 9.57.5 7.5 x 10.5 7.25 x 109 8.75 x 11.5 8.5 x 119.5 9 x 12 8.75 x 11.510 9.5 x 12.625 9.25 x 12.12513 10 x 13 9.75 x 12.5
9.5 BOOKLET
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5 SQUARE
6.5 SQUARE
7.5 SQUARE
8.5 SQUARE
5.5 SQUARE
6 SQUARE
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SquareSquare flap and side seam construction for printing uninterrupted by seams. Requires a surcharge for mailing.
ENVELOPE SIZE ENCLOSURE
5 5 x 5 4.75 x 4.755.5 5.5 x 5.5 5.25 x 5.256 6 x 6 5.75 x 5.756.5 6.5 x 6.5 6.25 x 6.257 7 x 7 6.75 x 6.757.5 7.5 x 7.5 7.25 x 7.258 8 x 8 7.75 x 7.758.5 8.5 x 8.5 8.25 x 8.259 9 x 9 8.75 x 8.759.5 9.5 x 9.5 9.25 x 9.2513.5 13.5 x 13.5 13.25 x 13.25
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CatalogFor large document mailings including magazine, catalogs, sales literature,and annual reports. The heavily gummed flap offers protection for heavyenclosures. Catalogs, in most cases, cannot be processed throughinserting or laser printing equipment.
ENVELOPE SIZE ENCLOSURE
10 policy 4.125 x 9.5 3.875 x 91 catalog 6 x 9 5.75 x 8.56 catalog 7.5 x 10.5 7.25 x 1010.5 catalog 9 x 12 8.75 x 11.513.5 catalog 10 x 13 9.75 x 12.515.5 catalog 12 x 15.5 11.75 x 15
10.5 CATALOG
10 POLICY
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Window envelopes
When referring to horizontal window dimensions, always state the heightfirst, then the length. When measuring for window position, ensure that the envelope flap is at the top of the envelope. The window is placedhorizontal to the flap unless specified otherwise. The window position fromthe left and bottom of the envelope must be provided. When orderingwindow envelopes be sure to specify size, position, patch material, andshape of window.
The standard style window is an 1.125 x 4.5 rectangle with rounded corners.Other variations include oval, pistol grip and rounded. To ensure an accuratequote on a special window, it is advisable to fax a drawing to customerservice. Custom window shapes can be made in any shape and size.
Window materials
Mohawk stocks a standard .00125” matte poly window film with excellentlow dust, low scratch characteristics. Special window materials availableupon request.
PolyThe most popular and inexpensive patching material, slightly opaque inappearance. Resistant to humidity, will melt in the thermographic process.
ClearCompletely transparent, but cannot withstand the heat of thethermographic process.
Open face or open panelThis type of window has no patch material added.
SpecialEnvironmental window materials available by special order.
Window size and placementENVELOPE WINDOW SIZE FROM LEFT FROM BOTTOM
6.75 1.125 x 4.5 .875 .57 1.125 x 4.5 .875 .5 7.75 1.125 x 4.5 .875 .58.625 1 x 4 1 .759 1.125 x 4.5 .875 .510 1.125 x 4.5 .875 .511 1.125 x 4.5 .875 .512 1.125 x 4.5 .875 .514 1.125 x 4.5 .875 .5
BOTTOM
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United States Postal Service guidelines
The United States Postal Service (USPS) establishes regulations for themailing of business and personal correspondence. The Domestic MailManual provides a list of requirements with which business mailings mustcomply for many types of mailings, and when applying for a postagediscount. These requirements determine (among other things) acceptableenvelope sizes, position and sequence of address lines, graphicrestrictions, and mandatory clear zones. It is updated monthly online atwww.usps.com.
This template is a convenient guide to the proper ratio of a mail piece’slength to height. It shows the minimum size of an acceptable mailing pieceand the dimensions that are subject to a surcharge for first- or third-classpieces weighing up to one ounce. The USPS requires a height-to-lengthratio to fall between 1-1.3 and 1 to 2.5. Mailing pieces that are outsidethese ratios will be subject to a surcharge. On this template, an in-standardenvelope will have an upper right corner that falls within the shaded area.
To avoid a surcharge your envelope must be a minimum of 3.5 x 5 and amaximum of 6.125 x 11.5 inches. The maximum thickness is .25 inches.
Effective May 2011. Check upsp.com for the latest guidelines.
TOO TALL (SUBJECT TO SURCHARGE) TOO WIDE (SUBJECT TO SURCHARGE)
WITHIN RATIO
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Envelope mailability template
To avoid a surcharge your envelope must be a minimum of 3.5 x 5 and amaximum of 6.125 x 11.5 inches. The maximum thickness is .25 inches.
The aspect ratio of the mailing piece (length divided by height) must fallbetween 1.3 to 1 and 2.5 to 1. For example, a #10 envelope is 4.125 x 9.5inches. The aspect ration is 2 to 3 so the envelope is mailable.
Place lower left corner at outer edges
Template shows minimum and maximum sizes and aspect ratios.
MINIMUM 5 INCHES
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If mailing piece does not touch or extend past both of these lines, it is nonmailable.
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MAXIMUM .25 INCHES
The tip of the upper right corner of the mailing piece must touch the shaded area to be standard.
Nonstandard sizes are subject to surcharge.
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Envelope printing
There are two common methods for printing envelopes—offset lithographyand flexographic printing.
Offset lithography offers the highest quality of envelope printing. Itproduces a clear, well-defined image area and provides excellent inkcoverage. It is effective on many different paper surfaces from smooth andvellum to laid and felt. Offset printing can be done before or after folding.After-fold envelopes are printed upon completion of the folding process.Conversion envelopes are pre-printed on folio sized sheets which are thenconverted into envelopes.
Flexographic printing is done from plates on which the image to be printedis raised above the non-printing surface. Ink is applied to the raised surfacewhile the surrounding areas are lower and do not receive ink. The inkedimage is then pressed directly onto the paper. High-speed flexographyequipment uses water based inks for fast drying on the folding machine.Envelopes can be printed prior to being run through the folding machine(before fold) or in-line on the folding machine.
Security tints
Inside solid or patterned security tints are a popular method for addingprivacy to check envelopes and other mail. There are many standard tintpatterns available. In place of generic tints, customized tints can also bedesigned. These can include logos or messages that show through awindow. Remember that full coverage of darker ink colors may showthrough the envelope paper, detracting from the envelope’s appearance.
Patterned security tints are available upon request.
CONFETTI LINEN
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Glossary of envelope terms
Air Mail Envelope A light-weightenvelope with red and blue borderand Air Mail printed on the face anddesigned to keep the weight downfor postage savings.
A-style Envelope Announcementstyle, open side envelope withdouble side seam construction and a square flap.
Back Gum Also referred to as seamgum. The adhesive used to seal theseam on the back of the envelope.
Banding A counting method in which a paper band is placed arounda specific number of envelopes.Most commonly used for greetingcard envelopes.
Bankers Flap A rectangular sealflap with rounded corners. Alsoknown as a wallet flap.
Baronial Mostly used forannouncements and greeting cards,this envelope style has a largepointed flap and diagonal seams.
Basis Weight Weighing 500 sheetsof any grade of paper in its standardbasic size will determine its basisweight. In other words, 500 sheetsof 17 x 22 24-pound bond will weigh24 pounds. The standard basic sizefor writing papers is 17 x 22, text is25 x 38, and cover is 20 x 26.
Bleed When the printed imageextends beyond the fold of anenvelope or off the edge of anenvelope blank
Booklet Envelope An open sided envelope which seals on the long side.
Bottom Flap That portion of theenvelope folded up and sealed alongthe edges of the side flaps to formthe pocket.
Bang Tail An open side envelopewith a perforated tail of paperattached to the backflap.
Business Reply Envelope (BRE)A pre-addressed envelope with afirst class permit and return addressin which the original sender pays forits return.
Business Return Envelope Anenvelope with a pre-printed returnaddress but no postage.
Catalog Envelope An open end,center seam envelope with the sealflap on the short end.
Center Seam The permanent seamthat joins the two side flaps togetherat the center of the envelope.
Closures The method of securingthe seal flap to the back of theenvelope such as seal gum, string-and-button, metal clasp.
Coin Envelope A small open endenvelope used for small items suchas coins, jewelry or parts.
Commercial Style Open sideenvelope with diagonal or doubleside seam with a commercial style flap.
Commodity Envelope Massproduced, value priced, standardsized envelopes made from whitewove or brown kraft paper.
Converting The process ofmanufacturing an envelope fromparent-sized sheets of paper.
Corner Card The printed returnaddress in upper left hand corner.
Deckle Edge The unfinished roughedge on hand-made and machine-made papers used to decorate theflap of an envelope.
Diagonal Grain Cutting The grainof the paper runs diagonally acrossthe face of the envelope, corner tocorner. Also known as cross grain orrandom cutting.
Diagonal Seam A seam runningdiagonally from the bottom fold upward toward the throat of the envelope.
Die In envelope making, the term referring to the metal formused to cut envelope blanks or a window opening.
Die Cut The process of cuttingenvelope blanks utilizing a die.
Document Envelope Sometimesreferred to as legal envelopes, theseare large, open side, double sideseam outside, hex flap envelopesproduced from heavy manila orbrown kraft stock with heavy sealgum, used for mailing and storage ofdocuments requiring security andconfidentiality.
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Expansion Envelope Gussetedenvelope to allow expansion forbulky items.
Expansion Score An added scorealong the length of a seal flap toaccommodate bulky contents
First Class Green Diamond Border(FCGDB) Printed border identifyingmail as first class.
First Class Mailer (FCM) Any typeor size of envelope with a pre-printed diamond shaped borderaround its perimeter. The words“first class” are normally pre-printedon the face of the envelope but arenot required.
Flaps Extended Envelopesproduced and packed with theirflaps open and extended.
Flush Cut An envelope with no sealflap, leaving a straight opening atthe top of the envelope.
Foil Lined Envelopes with the insideof the flap and throat lined with adecorative colored foil
Fold Any folded edge of an envelope.
Gum Any type of adhesive or glue used in the manufacturing of envelopes.
Gum Sling A term used to describe a manufacturing problemcaused by back gum applicatorssplattering gum onto other surfacesof the envelope resulting inconsecutive envelopes tacking orsticking together.
Gum Seepage A term used todescribe excessive application ofback gum resulting in a consecutiveenvelopes sticking together at theseam or the inside pocket of theenvelope being stuck closed at the seam.
Hitch-Hiker Envelope A dual-purposed envelope for use in both outbound and return response mailing.
Indicia Permit or markings on a mailpiece showing that postage hasbeen paid by the sender.
Job Jacket Envelope A largeenvelope in which all aspects of aprint job are kept for reference.
Pantone® Matching System Awidely adopted ink matching colorsystem developed by the PantoneCompany. Used to identify specificcolors to be used on a print job.
Open End An envelope with the flap on the shorter of the two dimensions.
Open Panel A window envelope that does not have any windowpatch material.
Open Side An envelope with the flapon the longer of the two dimensions.
Open Side, Diagonal Seam (OSDS)An open side envelope with diagonalseams such as a commercial #10.
Open Side, Side Seam (OSSS) Anopen side envelope with side seamssuch as an A5.
Policy Envelope A #10 through #14commercial envelope with the flap onthe shorter of the two dimensions.
Poly The most commonly usedwindow patch material.
Regular Any commercial envelopethat does not have a window.
Remittance Envelope A booklet orside seam style envelope with a longwallet type seal flap covering mostof the back of the envelope.
Seal Gum Any adhesive applied tothe seal flap of the envelope in orderto achieve a seal.
Seal Flap The flap that folds downover the envelope’s opening in orderto seal it.
Shoulder The top edge of the sideflaps at the envelope opening.
Side Flaps The sides of the envelopefolded to the inside and sealed alongthe back flap to form a pocket.
Side Seam A seam that runs perpendicular to the envelope opening.
Side Seam Inside The term appliedto the side seam when it folds underthe bottom flap.
Side Seam OutsideThe termapplied to the side seam when itfolds over the bottom flap.
Special Any envelope that is not ofa standard size, window position orpaper grade.
Square Flap Straight GrainCuttingCutting the blanks for anenvelope so the grain of the paperruns parallel to the folds.
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Substance WeightWeighing 500sheets of any grade of paper in itsstandard basic size will determineits substance weight. In other words,500 sheets of 17 x 22 24-poundbond will weigh 24 pounds. Thestandard basic size for writingpapers is 17 x 22, text is 25 x 38,and cover is 20 x 26. Also known asbasis weight.
Tabbed A counting method forpackaged envelopes whereby apaper tab is placed at specifiedquantities within the box or carton.
Tacking The premature activation of the seal gum at the points where it is over the back seams of an envelope.
Throat The place between the topfold and top of the back flap thatforms the opening.
Thumb Cut A rounded opening cutthrough the back, front, or bothsides of an envelope opening tofacilitate the removal of its contents.
Tinting Patterned printing on theinside of an envelope for addedopacity and security.
Tyvek® A brand of synthetic paper made of flash-spun, highdensity polyethylene fibers. Aregistered trademark of Dupont, it is ultra-lightweight, tear-proof, and waterproof.
Wallet Flap A rectangular seal flapwith rounded corners. Also knownas a bankers flap.
Window An opening in the envelope with or without atranslucent patch allowing theaddress to show through.
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Mohawk envelope packagingENVELOPE BOX CARTON
10 500 2500monarch 500 25009 500 25006.75 500 5000A-style 250 1000baronial 250 2500booklet — 5005-7 square 250 10007.5-9 square 250 500catalog — 500special as requested as requested
Always store envelopes in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place. Store envelopes standing on edge in closed and sealed boxes.
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productionCovers Mohawk Superfine, Smooth, Ultrawhite 100dtc/270 gsm. Printed four-color process, match blue, match yellow, with spot dull varnish. UV inks.
Text Mohawk Superfine, Smooth, Ultrawhite 100t/148 gsm.Printed four-color process, match blue, with spot dullvarnish. UV inks.
FontCorporate S
creditsDesign: Aurora Design, Niskayuna, NYCover Photography: Mark McCarty, Cropseyville, NYText Photography: Felix Photography, Troy, NYPrinting: Geographics, Atlanta, GA SW-COC-002389 Beckett,® Beckett Cambric,® Beckett Expression,® Beckett Ridge,® BriteHue,TMCarnival,® Concept,® Enhance,® Grandee,® i-Tone,TM Mohawk,® MohawkSuperfine,® Mohawk Opaque,TM Mohawk Loop,® Navajo,® Options,® Pastelle,®Pegasus,® Skytone,® Solutions,® Strathmore,® Strathmore Bond,® StrathmoreWriting,® Strathmore Elements,® Strathmore Pure Cotton,TM Strathmore Script,TMStrathmore Writing Cover Bristol,TM Synergy,® Ultrafelt,® Via,® Via Felt,TM ViaSatin,TM Via Smooth,TM Via Vellum,TM Via Linen,TM Via Laid,TM Via 25% Cotton,TMand the corporate logo are proprietary trademarks of Mohawk Fine Papers Inc.
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For a complete envelope stock guide visitmohawkpaper.com/envelopes.
Mohawk Fine Papers offers the world’s largestcollection of premium papers and envelopes with superior environmental attributes. Within theline, you can find beautiful papers made with 100% post consumer waste fiber, FSC-certified®
papers, Green Seal-certified papers, carbon-neutralpapers, and process-chlorine free papers in avariety of shades, textures, and price points. Inaddition, the electricity used to manufacture allpapers made and marketed by Mohawk is matchedby Green-e certified windpower RECs. Ask yoursalesperson for a swatchbook, or go tomohawkpaperstore.com and try our new paperselection tools to help hone in on exactly the rightpaper for your project. Then come back here to find the perfect complementary envelope.
Beckett Cambric . . . . . . . . . . . 3Beckett Concept . . . . . . . . . . . 4Beckett Enhance. . . . . . . . . . . 4Beckett Expression . . . . . . . . . 5Beckett Ridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Mohawk Black Vellum. . . . . . . 7Mohawk BriteHue . . . . . . . . . . 7Mohawk Carnival . . . . . . . . . . 8Mohawk Loop . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Mohawk Navajo . . . . . . . . . . 12Mohawk Opaque. . . . . . . . . . 14Mohawk Options . . . . . . . . . . 15
Mohawk Pegasus . . . . . . . . . 15Mohawk Skytone . . . . . . . . . 16Mohawk Solutions. . . . . . . . . 17Mohawk Superfine . . . . . . . . 20Mohawk Ultrafelt . . . . . . . . . 21Mohawk Via . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Strathmore Bond . . . . . . . . . 24Strathmore Elements . . . . . . 24Strathmore Grandee . . . . . . . 26Strathmore Pastelle . . . . . . . 26Strathmore Pure Cotton . . . . 27Strathmore Script . . . . . . . . . 28
Strathmore Writing . . . . . . . . 30Envelope resources. . . . . . . . 31Glossary of terms . . . . . . . . . 43Mohawk packaging . . . . . . . . 48
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Mohawk Fine Papers Inc.465 Saratoga StreetCohoes, New York 120471 800 the millwww.mohawkpaper.com
Mohawk is North America’s largest privately ownedmanufacturer of fine papers and envelopes forcommercial and digital printing. Signature brandsinclude Mohawk Superfine,® Strathmore,® Inxwell,® andproprietary i-Tone® for HP Indigo. Mohawk papers arechosen for commercial printing, photo specialties andhigh-end direct mail. Products and samples areavailable through leading paper distributors and atmohawkpaperstore.com.
The company is leveraging connections in the digital,design and photo space to develop new tech offerings:Mohawk Maestro, a software solution for professionalphotographers and labs; Pinhole Press is a newconsumer-facing photo brand; Felt and Wire Shop is an on-line marketplace for social stationery, posters,and prints.
This third-generation, family-owned business andcertified Women-Owned Business Enterprise isconstantly renewing its commitment to environmentalstewardship. As the first U.S. manufacturer ofcommercial printing papers to match 100% of itselectricity with windpower renewable energy creditsand the first U.S. premium paper mill to shift towardcarbon neutral production, its portfolio of recycledpapers certified by Green Seal and the ForestStewardship Council’s (FSC) standards, continues togrow along with the rest of the company.
FSC certification ensures responsible use of forest resources.©1996 Forest Stewardship Council A.C. SW-COC-000668, FSC C002350
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